AIA 2014 Identity: Identity Theory and Social Identity Theory
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What did identity theory primarily focus on?

  • Group behavior and intergroup relations
  • Implications of identifying with a social group or category
  • Causes and consequences of identifying with a particular role (correct)
  • Examining group phenomena in terms of attitudes and values

    • What was the primary focus of social identity theory?

  • Examining group phenomena in terms of attitudes and values
  • Implications of identifying with a particular role
  • Group behavior and intergroup relations
  • Causes and consequences of identifying with a social group or category (correct)

    • Who is associated with the development of social identity theory?

  • White
  • Hogg
  • Tajfel (correct)
  • Stryker

    • Which theoretical approach did identity theory have its beginnings in?

    <p>Structural symbolic interactionism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did social identity theory primarily focus on in terms of membership meanings?

    <p>Implications for who you are</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the two theories complement each other when set side by side?

    <p>The deficits of each are complemented by the features of the other</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theory focuses more on cognitive outcomes?

    <p>Social Identity theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does role membership in identity theory have consequences for?

    <p>Self-esteem and self-efficacy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect is subjective self-awareness related to?

    <p>Social environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theory has focused more on common or shared outcomes for group members?

    <p>Social Identity theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of self is defined as the organism's cognitive capacity to distinguish itself from the physical or social environment?

    <p>Objective Self-Awareness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does social identity theory focus more on in terms of structures?

    <p>Intergroup structures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'self' refer to?

    <p>'One perception about one organized self'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of identity theory in terms of outcomes for group members?

    <p>Reciprocal, negotiated, structuring outcomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of social identity theory?

    <p>Cognitive outcomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between subjective self-awareness and objective self-awareness according to the text?

    <p>Objective self-awareness relates to cognitive capacity while subjective self-awareness does not</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Twenge and Crocker (2002), how does race/ethnic identity contribute to one's self-concept formation in public?

    <p>Positively</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the basis for identifying people into 'race' categories?

    <p>Biological characteristics such as skin color and hair texture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main aim of people in a group when their group identity is seen as obstructive or looked down upon?

    <p>To strive for a positive group identity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the 'self-protection' mechanism in a minority group?

    <p>To protect the positive race/ethnic identity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common misconception about the definition of 'race' as per the text?

    <p>It is strictly a biological category</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the basis for identifying people into 'race' categories according to the text?

    <p>'Race' categories are identified based on secondary physical characteristics such as skin color, hair texture, lip form, and nose form.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of 'race' in the late 18th century and early 19th century?

    <p>One of the great sub-divisions of mankind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of 'ethnicity'?

    <p>A sense of belonging to a particular ethnic group because its members feel united with similar history, values, attitudes, and behaviors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'ethnocentrism' refer to?

    <p>Ones trust among members of ones ethnic cultures and ethnicities that they are seen as much better and superior to other groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is 'prejudice' related to in the context of feelings and thoughts about race and ethnicity?

    <p>Negative views about members of other ethnic group</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'stereotype' entail?

    <p>Negative general statements towards certain ethnic group</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Discrimination' primarily involves:

    <p>Action to differentiate an individual or an ethnic group solely based on their ethnic characteristics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the inappropriate way to describe the dynamic development of racial identity according to Cross (1971,1995)?

    <p>'Etnic' groups determined by differences in cultural traits such as customs, clothing, economic activity, and so on</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Cross (1971,1995), what concept describes the development of racial identity?

    <p>'Resocialization experience'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Race identity development' primarily focuses on:

    <p>'Resocialization experience'</p> Signup and view all the answers

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