Question 1

Imagine that you are the captain of a dodge ball team. If you want your players to be as competitive and aggressive as possible, what should you do?

Accepted Answer

A)  Encourage the players to think about their own individual skills and talents. 
B)  Bring the players together for the first time at your first game and ask them to work together as a team. 
C)  Ask the players to wear their own clothes to the first game to express their individuality. 
D)  Ask the players to all wear the same jerseys to the first game to show others which team they're on. 
A)  Encourage the players to think about their own individual skills and talents. 
B)  Bring the players together for the first time at your first game and ask them to work together as a team. 
C)  Ask the players to wear their own clothes to the first game to express their individuality. 
D)  Ask the players to all wear the same jerseys to the first game to show others which team they're on.

Question 2

Ramona has been sitting in traffic for the past hour and she has a headache. When she gets home, she yells at her husband who has burned their dinner. Ramona's actions provide a good example of:

Accepted Answer

A)  Relative deprivation theory 
B)  Frustration-aggression theory 
C)  Reactive devaluation theory 
D)  Realistic conflict theory 
A)  Relative deprivation theory 
B)  Frustration-aggression theory 
C)  Reactive devaluation theory 
D)  Realistic conflict theory

Question 3

Each of us is psychologically capable of hatred, dehumanization, and violence toward out-group members.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Sherif's classic Robbers Cave study provided evidence for which of the following theories of intergroup relations?

Accepted Answer

A)  Reactive devaluation 
B)  Realistic conflict theory 
C)  Relative deprivation theory 
D)  Vicarious retribution 
A)  Reactive devaluation 
B)  Realistic conflict theory 
C)  Relative deprivation theory 
D)  Vicarious retribution

Question 5

Describe 3 factors that contributed to the "final solution" of the Holocaust in Nazi Germany.

Accepted Answer

First, there was a difference in power b

Question 6

Physical violence and war are present in every human society.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

After losing the big game, the members of a woman's lacrosse team talk about whether they should retaliate against the rival team. In early discussions the players talk about how they can ignore their rivals when they see them in town. As more and more girls begin to agree and become committed to the idea, the group as a whole decides to vandalize the other team's locker room. This escalation of the planned retaliation by the losing team is a result of:

Accepted Answer

A)  Group polarization 
B)  Reactive devaluation 
C)  Coalition formation 
D)  The norm of reciprocity 
A)  Group polarization 
B)  Reactive devaluation 
C)  Coalition formation 
D)  The norm of reciprocity

Question 8

Why does cooperation help to resolve conflicts over concrete resources?

Accepted Answer

A)  Because cooperation helps to reinforce each individual's personal identity. 
B)  Because cooperation helps opposing group members re-categorize themselves as one unit. 
C)  Because cooperation helps to highlight differences between groups. 
D)  Because cooperation helps to create positive stereotypes of out-group members. 
A)  Because cooperation helps to reinforce each individual's personal identity. 
B)  Because cooperation helps opposing group members re-categorize themselves as one unit. 
C)  Because cooperation helps to highlight differences between groups. 
D)  Because cooperation helps to create positive stereotypes of out-group members.

Question 9

Imagine a fictitious country in which the Alphas and the Betas have been at war for years. Based on the information provided in your text, in which of the following scenarios will the Alphas be most likely to seek complete domination or destruction of the Betas?

Accepted Answer

A)  When the Betas have more power than the Alphas. 
B)  When the Alphas have morally excluded the Betas. 
C)  When individual Alphas experience moral outrage at the idea of continued war with the Betas. 
D)  When individual Alphas are made to see Betas as human beings. 
A)  When the Betas have more power than the Alphas. 
B)  When the Alphas have morally excluded the Betas. 
C)  When individual Alphas experience moral outrage at the idea of continued war with the Betas. 
D)  When individual Alphas are made to see Betas as human beings.

Question 10

Imagine that it is the end of the Eighth century AD. The Vikings have started to gather armies on British soil with the intent of conquering England. In such a conflict situation, explain 3 ways in which the views of the British people likely became more polarized. Next, describe the type of biased attributions they likely made for behavior by fellow Englishmen vs. the Vikings.

Accepted Answer

During this time of conflict, the Britis

Question 11

If you are tempted to behave aggressively toward another person, is it better to feel empathy toward the other person, or engage in self-distancing, or both? Explain.

Accepted Answer

It is better to do both. Research shows

Question 12

According to research described in the text, which of the people below should be LEAST likely to behave aggressively?

Accepted Answer

A)  Greg, who was just insulted and who is processing superficially. 
B)  Jim, who was just pulled over by a police officer who carried a holstered pistol. 
C)  Steven, an expert hunter, who is shopping for a new hunting rifle. 
D)  All of the above will behave aggressively 
A)  Greg, who was just insulted and who is processing superficially. 
B)  Jim, who was just pulled over by a police officer who carried a holstered pistol. 
C)  Steven, an expert hunter, who is shopping for a new hunting rifle. 
D)  All of the above will behave aggressively

Question 13

Leroy is a football player who has been insulted by a member of a rival team. Although this insult has made Leroy very angry, he decides not to fight the rival player because his coach has instilled in his players the motivation to always demonstrate good sportsmanship. According to the General Aggression Model, which factor has caused Leroy to refrain from behaving aggressively?

Accepted Answer

A)  Person factors 
B)  Situational factors 
C)  Emotions 
D)  Social norms 
A)  Person factors 
B)  Situational factors 
C)  Emotions 
D)  Social norms

Question 14

According to relative deprivation theory, which factor determines how satisfied or dissatisfied people are with what they have?

Accepted Answer

A)  Objective reality 
B)  Competition for scarce resources 
C)  Social comparison 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Objective reality 
B)  Competition for scarce resources 
C)  Social comparison 
D)  All of the above

Question 15

During times of conflict, the statements made about the opposing side tend to reflect simplistic and stereotypic thinking about the out-group.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

The Robbers Cave Study is mentioned multiple times throughout this chapter. Briefly describe one theory that explains why conflict erupted among the Eagles and the Rattlers. Next, explain why the conflict between these two groups escalated and the consequences of that escalation. Finally, explain how conflict between the Eagles and the Rattlers was eventually reduced, and 5 reasons why this conflict reduction was successful.

Accepted Answer

One theory that explains why conflict er

Question 17

During times of conflict, in-group members are most likely to attribute actions by fellow in-group members to _______, and actions by out-group members to _______.

Accepted Answer

A)  aggression; fear 
B)  fear; aggression 
C)  personality characteristics; the situation 
D)  the situation; personality characteristics 
A)  aggression; fear 
B)  fear; aggression 
C)  personality characteristics; the situation 
D)  the situation; personality characteristics

Question 18

When conflicts are settled by _______ solutions, the two sides make concessions and agree to a mutual compromise. In contrast, when conflicts are settled by _______ solutions, one side's gain is not necessarily the other side's loss, instead both sides win.

Accepted Answer

A)  dictatorial; distributive 
B)  distributive; integrative 
C)  integrative; dictatorial 
D)  distributive; dictatorial 
A)  dictatorial; distributive 
B)  distributive; integrative 
C)  integrative; dictatorial 
D)  distributive; dictatorial

Question 19

A recently divorced couple is communicating with each other via their lawyers to reach an agreement on how to divide up their assets. This couple is most specifically going through the process of:

Accepted Answer

A)  Negotiation 
B)  Mediation 
C)  Arbitration 
D)  Reactive devaluation 
A)  Negotiation 
B)  Mediation 
C)  Arbitration 
D)  Reactive devaluation

Question 20

In a study on reactive devaluation, Israeli Jews and Israeli Arabs evaluated peace plans that were supposedly proposed by either in-group members or out-group members. The results showed that:

Accepted Answer

A)  Both Israeli Jews and Israeli Arabs devalued peace plans if they were described as coming from the out-group. 
B)  Peace plans described as coming from the out-group were only devalued if individuals were highly identified members of their in-group. 
C)  Peace plans described as coming from the out-group were only devalued if individuals were processing superficially. 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Both Israeli Jews and Israeli Arabs devalued peace plans if they were described as coming from the out-group. 
B)  Peace plans described as coming from the out-group were only devalued if individuals were highly identified members of their in-group. 
C)  Peace plans described as coming from the out-group were only devalued if individuals were processing superficially. 
D)  All of the above

Imagine that you are the captain of a dodge ball team. If you want your players to be as competitive and aggressive as possible, what should you do?

Ramona has been sitting in traffic for the past hour and she has a headache. When she gets home, she yells at her husband who has burned their dinner. Ramona's actions provide a good example of:

Each of us is psychologically capable of hatred, dehumanization, and violence toward out-group members.

Sherif's classic Robbers Cave study provided evidence for which of the following theories of intergroup relations?

Describe 3 factors that contributed to the "final solution" of the Holocaust in Nazi Germany.

Physical violence and war are present in every human society.

Why does cooperation help to resolve conflicts over concrete resources?

Imagine a fictitious country in which the Alphas and the Betas have been at war for years. Based on the information provided in your text, in which of the following scenarios will the Alphas be most likely to seek complete domination or destruction of the Betas?

If you are tempted to behave aggressively toward another person, is it better to feel empathy toward the other person, or engage in self-distancing, or both? Explain.

According to research described in the text, which of the people below should be LEAST likely to behave aggressively?

According to relative deprivation theory, which factor determines how satisfied or dissatisfied people are with what they have?

During times of conflict, the statements made about the opposing side tend to reflect simplistic and stereotypic thinking about the out-group.

During times of conflict, in-group members are most likely to attribute actions by fellow in-group members to _, and actions by out-group members to _.

When conflicts are settled by _ solutions, the two sides make concessions and agree to a mutual compromise. In contrast, when conflicts are settled by _ solutions, one side's gain is not necessarily the other side's loss, instead both sides win.

A recently divorced couple is communicating with each other via their lawyers to reach an agreement on how to divide up their assets. This couple is most specifically going through the process of:

In a study on reactive devaluation, Israeli Jews and Israeli Arabs evaluated peace plans that were supposedly proposed by either in-group members or out-group members. The results showed that:

What Is Social Psychology

Asking and Answering Research Questions

Perceiving Individuals

The Self

Perceiving Groups

Social Identity

Attitudes and Attitude Change

Attitudes and Behavior

Norms and Conformity

Norms and Behavior

Interaction and Performance in Groups

Attraction, Relationships, and Love

Helping and Cooperation

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Exam 13: Aggression and Conflict

Imagine that you are the captain of a dodge ball team. If you want your players to be as competitive and aggressive as possible, what should you do?

Ramona has been sitting in traffic for the past hour and she has a headache. When she gets home, she yells at her husband who has burned their dinner. Ramona's actions provide a good example of:

Each of us is psychologically capable of hatred, dehumanization, and violence toward out-group members.

Sherif's classic Robbers Cave study provided evidence for which of the following theories of intergroup relations?

Describe 3 factors that contributed to the "final solution" of the Holocaust in Nazi Germany.

Physical violence and war are present in every human society.

Why does cooperation help to resolve conflicts over concrete resources?

Imagine a fictitious country in which the Alphas and the Betas have been at war for years. Based on the information provided in your text, in which of the following scenarios will the Alphas be most likely to seek complete domination or destruction of the Betas?

If you are tempted to behave aggressively toward another person, is it better to feel empathy toward the other person, or engage in self-distancing, or both? Explain.

According to research described in the text, which of the people below should be LEAST likely to behave aggressively?

According to relative deprivation theory, which factor determines how satisfied or dissatisfied people are with what they have?

During times of conflict, the statements made about the opposing side tend to reflect simplistic and stereotypic thinking about the out-group.

During times of conflict, in-group members are most likely to attribute actions by fellow in-group members to _______, and actions by out-group members to _______.

When conflicts are settled by _______ solutions, the two sides make concessions and agree to a mutual compromise. In contrast, when conflicts are settled by _______ solutions, one side's gain is not necessarily the other side's loss, instead both sides win.

A recently divorced couple is communicating with each other via their lawyers to reach an agreement on how to divide up their assets. This couple is most specifically going through the process of:

In a study on reactive devaluation, Israeli Jews and Israeli Arabs evaluated peace plans that were supposedly proposed by either in-group members or out-group members. The results showed that:

What Is Social Psychology

Asking and Answering Research Questions

Perceiving Individuals

The Self

Perceiving Groups

Social Identity

Attitudes and Attitude Change

Attitudes and Behavior

Norms and Conformity

Norms and Behavior

Interaction and Performance in Groups

Attraction, Relationships, and Love

Helping and Cooperation

Filters

During times of conflict, in-group members are most likely to attribute actions by fellow in-group members to _, and actions by out-group members to _.

When conflicts are settled by _ solutions, the two sides make concessions and agree to a mutual compromise. In contrast, when conflicts are settled by _ solutions, one side's gain is not necessarily the other side's loss, instead both sides win.