10 Questions
What is the term used to describe individuals who do not belong to the same group as others and are seen negatively by the in-group?
Out-group
Which of the following best defines a group?
A group of individuals who interact and are guided by norms
Which type of group is characterized by shared activities and long periods of time spent together?
Primary group
What is the main difference between primary groups and secondary groups?
Primary groups are marked by concern for one another and shared activities, while secondary groups involve weak emotional ties and little personal knowledge of each other
What is a reference group?
A group of people that we use as a standard of comparison
What is the term used to describe individuals who belong to the same group and share a common bond and interests?
In-group
What is the term used to describe individuals who do not belong to the in-group and are seen negatively by the in-group?
Out-group
What is the term used to describe a collection of people that we use as a standard of comparison for ourselves?
Reference group
What is the main difference between primary groups and secondary groups?
Primary groups are marked by concern for one another, shared activities and culture, and long periods of time spent together, while secondary groups involve weak emotional ties and little personal knowledge of one another.
Which type of group is characterized by weak emotional ties and little personal knowledge of one another?
Secondary group
Study Notes
Social Groups
- Out-group members: Individuals who do not belong to the same group as others and are seen negatively by the in-group.
- Group: A collection of people who share a common identity, interact with one another, and are interdependent.
- In-group: A group of people with a shared identity, who share a common bond and interests.
Types of Groups
- Primary groups: Characterized by strong emotional ties, frequent face-to-face interactions, and a sense of belonging.
- Secondary groups: Characterized by weak emotional ties, little personal knowledge of one another, and are often formed for a specific purpose.
Reference Groups
- Reference group: A collection of people that we use as a standard of comparison for ourselves.
- In-group reference: Used to evaluate oneself, make decisions, and form opinions.
- Out-group reference: Used to contrast oneself, highlighting differences and perceived superiority.
Test your knowledge on groups and their characteristics with this quiz. Learn about primary groups, secondary groups, and the norms that guide interactions within a group.
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