Question 1

Describe the differences between Western and non-Western values. Describe the similarities.

Accepted Answer

Western values are often associated with individualism, independence, and a focus on personal achievement. Non-Western values, on the other hand, may prioritize collectivism, community harmony, and respect for authority.

In terms of similarities, both Western and non-Western values often emphasize the importance of family, the value of hard work, and the significance of education. Additionally, both may prioritize the importance of honesty, integrity, and compassion towards others.

It's important to note that these are generalizations and that there is a wide range of values within both Western and non-Western cultures. Additionally, globalization and increased cultural exchange have led to a blending of values in many societies.

Question 2

Across cultures, people with scars on their faces are evaluated as being more attractive, sociable, and honest than people with no scars on their faces.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

Conformity, in general, is more common in individuals from lower socioeconomic standing than individuals from upper-middle class standing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

What kinds of emotional experiences are commonly associated with cognitive dissonance?

Accepted Answer

unpleasant

Question 5

Individuals from Western countries are expected to demonstrate a stronger internal locus of control than individuals from non-Western countries.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

It is a universal tendency for men to underestimate their own IQ's when asked to make a guess about their own intelligence.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

International surveys show that Americans, for the most part, are described as___________________.

Accepted Answer

assertive

Question 8

Experimental research shows that the principle of cognitive balance does not work outside the psychological laboratories of major European and American universities.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

What is the unassuming bias? Give examples.

Accepted Answer

Unassuming bias refers to the subtle and

Question 10

A dogmatic person would likely respond to new information in a ___________ manner.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A dogmatic person would likely respond to...

Question 11

The tendency to explain one's own success as a result of external factors and one's failure as a result of personal mistakes or weaknesses is called _____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  unassuming bias 
B)  locus of control 
C)  cognitive dissonance 
D)  dogmatism 
E)  value 
A)  unassuming bias 
B)  locus of control 
C)  cognitive dissonance 
D)  dogmatism 
E)  value

Question 12

Name the two basic views of morality and justice mentioned in the text.

Accepted Answer

justice-ba

Question 13

Overall, collectivist cultures maintain weaker systems of sanctions and rewards related to group behavior as compared to individualist cultures.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The rules of address appear to be comparable across cultures.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

According to the old Indian caste system, an individual's social status was primarily ________________.

Accepted Answer

A)  achieved in adolescence 
B)  ascribed for boys, but achieved for girls 
C)  achieved in adulthood 
D)  ascribed 
E)  achieved in childhood 
A)  achieved in adolescence 
B)  ascribed for boys, but achieved for girls 
C)  achieved in adulthood 
D)  ascribed 
E)  achieved in childhood

Question 16

Which of the following accurately characterizes obedient behavior?

Accepted Answer

A)  People tend to obey when they are told that they are not responsible for their actions. 
B)  People tend to obey less often when they are told that they are not responsible for their obedient actions. 
C)  People tend to ask questions when they are told that they are legally responsible for their obedient actions. 
D)  People tend to get angry when they are told that they are not responsible for their obedient actions. 
E)  People tend to obey more often and out of confusion when they are told that they will be punished for their obedient actions. 
A)  People tend to obey when they are told that they are not responsible for their actions. 
B)  People tend to obey less often when they are told that they are not responsible for their obedient actions. 
C)  People tend to ask questions when they are told that they are legally responsible for their obedient actions. 
D)  People tend to get angry when they are told that they are not responsible for their obedient actions. 
E)  People tend to obey more often and out of confusion when they are told that they will be punished for their obedient actions.

Question 17

Which of the following is likely to be an example of an ascribed status?

Accepted Answer

A)  After a lengthy interview, Ravi was chosen to be the new manager of the company. 
B)  After checking with the referees, Ravi learned that he won the championship match 
C)  After his 18th birthday, Ravi took a test and received his driver's license. 
D)  After he was born, Ravi was named the heir (inheritor) to his father's business. 
E)  After midnight, Ravi became a newly elected member of the Parliament. 
A)  After a lengthy interview, Ravi was chosen to be the new manager of the company. 
B)  After checking with the referees, Ravi learned that he won the championship match 
C)  After his 18th birthday, Ravi took a test and received his driver's license. 
D)  After he was born, Ravi was named the heir (inheritor) to his father's business. 
E)  After midnight, Ravi became a newly elected member of the Parliament.

Question 18

The rules of greeting and introducing oneself to other people appear similar across various ethnic groups.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

In the debate about Western and non-Western values, it is argued that, in general, Western values are based on the fundamental beliefs that the nature of human beings is selfish, scarcity is a primary condition of nature and ____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  progress means gradual conquest of weaker groups and territories 
B)  happiness is impossible to achieve without knowledge 
C)  happiness is understood as a movement toward a goal 
D)  progress means growth, complexity, competition, and freedom 
E)  suffering is unnecessary and people have to learn how to live without fear 
A)  progress means gradual conquest of weaker groups and territories 
B)  happiness is impossible to achieve without knowledge 
C)  happiness is understood as a movement toward a goal 
D)  progress means growth, complexity, competition, and freedom 
E)  suffering is unnecessary and people have to learn how to live without fear

Question 20

Anthropologists suggest that territorial behavior is not natural for individuals and social groups.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Describe the differences between Western and non-Western values. Describe the similarities.

Across cultures, people with scars on their faces are evaluated as being more attractive, sociable, and honest than people with no scars on their faces.

Conformity, in general, is more common in individuals from lower socioeconomic standing than individuals from upper-middle class standing.

What kinds of emotional experiences are commonly associated with cognitive dissonance?

Individuals from Western countries are expected to demonstrate a stronger internal locus of control than individuals from non-Western countries.

It is a universal tendency for men to underestimate their own IQ's when asked to make a guess about their own intelligence.

International surveys show that Americans, for the most part, are described as___________________.

Experimental research shows that the principle of cognitive balance does not work outside the psychological laboratories of major European and American universities.

What is the unassuming bias? Give examples.

A dogmatic person would likely respond to new information in a ___________ manner.

The tendency to explain one's own success as a result of external factors and one's failure as a result of personal mistakes or weaknesses is called _____________.

Name the two basic views of morality and justice mentioned in the text.

Overall, collectivist cultures maintain weaker systems of sanctions and rewards related to group behavior as compared to individualist cultures.

The rules of address appear to be comparable across cultures.

According to the old Indian caste system, an individual's social status was primarily ________________.

Which of the following accurately characterizes obedient behavior?

Which of the following is likely to be an example of an ascribed status?

The rules of greeting and introducing oneself to other people appear similar across various ethnic groups.

In the debate about Western and non-Western values, it is argued that, in general, Western values are based on the fundamental beliefs that the nature of human beings is selfish, scarcity is a primary condition of nature and ____________.

Anthropologists suggest that territorial behavior is not natural for individuals and social groups.

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Describe the differences between Western and non-Western values. Describe the similarities.

Across cultures, people with scars on their faces are evaluated as being more attractive, sociable, and honest than people with no scars on their faces.

Conformity, in general, is more common in individuals from lower socioeconomic standing than individuals from upper-middle class standing.

What kinds of emotional experiences are commonly associated with cognitive dissonance?

Individuals from Western countries are expected to demonstrate a stronger internal locus of control than individuals from non-Western countries.

It is a universal tendency for men to underestimate their own IQ's when asked to make a guess about their own intelligence.

International surveys show that Americans, for the most part, are described as___________________.

Experimental research shows that the principle of cognitive balance does not work outside the psychological laboratories of major European and American universities.

What is the unassuming bias? Give examples.

A dogmatic person would likely respond to new information in a ___________ manner.

The tendency to explain one's own success as a result of external factors and one's failure as a result of personal mistakes or weaknesses is called _____________.

Name the two basic views of morality and justice mentioned in the text.

Overall, collectivist cultures maintain weaker systems of sanctions and rewards related to group behavior as compared to individualist cultures.

The rules of address appear to be comparable across cultures.

According to the old Indian caste system, an individual's social status was primarily ________________.

Which of the following accurately characterizes obedient behavior?

Which of the following is likely to be an example of an ascribed status?

The rules of greeting and introducing oneself to other people appear similar across various ethnic groups.

In the debate about Western and non-Western values, it is argued that, in general, Western values are based on the fundamental beliefs that the nature of human beings is selfish, scarcity is a primary condition of nature and ____________.

Anthropologists suggest that territorial behavior is not natural for individuals and social groups.

Understanding Cross-Cultural Psychology

Critical Thinking in Cross-Cultural Psychology

Methodology of Cross-Cultural Research

Cognition: Sensation, Perception, and States of Consciousness

Intelligence

Emotion

Motivation

Human Development and Socialization

Psychological Disorders

Personality and the Self

Applied Cross-Cultural Psychology

Filters