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WorksheetsContemporary Conflict Theories Quiz
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What do contemporary conflict theories primarily focus on?
Geographical influences
Historical events
Identity and perceptions
Economic factors
Which theory suggests that people define themselves by the groups they belong to?
Cognitive Dissonance Theory
Social Identity Theory
Attribution Theory
Conflict Resolution Theory
What is the term for the mindset that fuels conflict between groups?
In-group favoritism
Us vs. Them mindset
Cognitive bias
Cultural sensitivity
What does the Fundamental Attribution Error refer to?
Blaming others for their actions
Excusing our own actions due to context
Interpreting behavior as hostile
Justifying aggression against out-groups
Which emotion is mentioned as a driver of aggressive responses in conflicts?
Joy
Anger
Disgust
Surprise
What can help reduce power-based conflict according to the text?
Imbalances in power
Fair procedures
Cultural insensitivity
Individualistic approaches
In which type of culture is direct confrontation preferred?
Conflict-averse cultures
Collectivist cultures
Individualistic cultures
Harmonious cultures
What is a key factor in reducing group bias during conflict resolution?
Cultural differences
Power dynamics
Common goals
In-group loyalty
What role does emotional intelligence play in conflict resolution?
It complicates situations
It is irrelevant
It helps manage conflict
It escalates conflicts
Which bias involves interpreting others' behavior as intentionally hostile?
Cognitive Dissonance
Hostile Attribution Bias
Fundamental Attribution Error
Confirmation Bias
What is a significant outcome of perceived injustice in conflicts?
Enhanced communication
Protest or withdrawal
Increased cooperation
Strengthened relationships
What is the relationship between culture and conflict framing?
Culture has no impact
Different cultures handle conflict similarly
All cultures prefer direct confrontation
Cultural sensitivity is key
What is one of the key themes in social psychological conflict research?
Historical analysis
Legal frameworks
Power and perceived injustice
Economic disparities
How can training in self-awareness and empathy help in conflict situations?
It aids in conflict de-escalation
It complicates the resolution process
It has no effect
It increases misunderstandings
What is a potential positive aspect of conflict mentioned in the text?
It should be avoided
It is a sign of failure
It can lead to growth and change
It is always negative
