Social Psychology of Prejudice

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What factor did Muzafer Sherif identify as increasing prejudice during his research on the boys' summer camp?

Competition for the same goal (correct)
Absence of group identities
Shared interests between groups
Cohesion among groups

Which component is NOT a characteristic of prejudice?

Social categorization
Individual friendships (correct)
Group affiliations
Attitudes towards a group

According to Adorno's theory, which personality type is associated with the development of prejudice?

Open-minded personality
Psychological resilience
Authoritarian personality (correct)
Creative personality

What method is suggested to effectively reduce prejudice?

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What does social identity theory, as proposed by Tajfel, suggest about prejudice?

<p>It forms through defining identity via group membership. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Prejudice

A negative attitude towards a group of people based on their membership in that group.

Social Categorization

The tendency for individuals to categorize themselves and others into groups based on shared characteristics.

Authoritarian Personality

A personality type characterized by obedience to authority, a rigid adherence to conventional values, and a strong belief in punishment for those who deviate from those values.

Social Identity Theory

A theory that suggests individuals derive part of their self-identity from the groups they belong to. This can lead to prejudice against other groups to enhance one's own group identity.

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