Social Learning Theory and Prejudice

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According to the Social Identity Theory, what is a possible reason for prejudice?

Institutional reinforcement

Lack of information or ignorance

Tendency to think highly of oneself and one's group (correct)

Distancing from the poor

What is a common characteristic of prejudice, according to the Social Learning Theory?

It is a reflection of one's cultural heritage

It is simply passed along from one generation to another (correct)

It is a result of institutional structures

It is a result of ignorance or lack of information

What is the term for the negative attitude towards gay men and lesbians?

Linguicism

Heterosexism (correct)

Racism

Classism

What is the term for the belief that one's own cultural or racial heritage is innately superior to that of others?

Racism Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the negative attitude towards those who do not measure up to set standards of beauty?

Looksism Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the negative attitude among members of dominant language groups towards nondominant language groups?

Linguicism Signup and view all the answers

What are the typical characteristics of people often victimized by prejudice?

Overweight, undersized, and dark-skinned Signup and view all the answers

What is the foundation of tolerance according to the text?

Democracy and education Signup and view all the answers

Why is education considered an effective means of preventing intolerance?

It fosters critical thinking and respect for human dignity Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate goal of educating for tolerance?

To prevent or resolve conflicts amicably Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of intolerance in societies?

Rise of violence, terrorism, and discrimination Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of religious traditions in promoting tolerance?

They call on their followers to treat others with respect and dignity Signup and view all the answers

Social Learning Theory and Prejudice

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According to the Social Identity Theory, what is a possible reason for prejudice?

What is a common characteristic of prejudice, according to the Social Learning Theory?

What is the term for the negative attitude towards gay men and lesbians?

What is the term for the belief that one's own cultural or racial heritage is innately superior to that of others?

What is the term for the negative attitude towards those who do not measure up to set standards of beauty?

What is the term for the negative attitude among members of dominant language groups towards nondominant language groups?

What are the typical characteristics of people often victimized by prejudice?

What is the foundation of tolerance according to the text?

Why is education considered an effective means of preventing intolerance?

What is the ultimate goal of educating for tolerance?

What is the outcome of intolerance in societies?

What is the role of religious traditions in promoting tolerance?

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