Stereotypes and Social Perception Quiz

The tendency to favor one's own group and view other groups less favorably.

The belief that one's own group is superior to other groups, often leading to prejudice and discrimination.

The feeling of being deprived of something that one believes they deserve, which can lead to resentment and aggression towards others.

The perception that rewards and resources are being distributed fairly, based on merit or effort.

The perception that the process by which rewards and resources are being distributed is fair and impartial.

A situation where people feel they are not receiving the same opportunities or resources as others in similar situations.

The tendency to favor one's own group over other groups, but without necessarily showing hostility towards other groups.

The tendency to have negative feelings towards and make negative judgments about people who belong to other groups.

The tendency to overestimate the connection between two categories, especially when the information is distinctive.

The idea that people observe others' social roles and attribute characteristics of that role to the individual filling it.

The tendency to underestimate the impact of situational factors and overemphasize personal traits when explaining someone's behavior.

The process of categorizing individuals (or ourselves) into various social groups.

The process of a dormant stereotype becoming active in one's mind. It's the conditions that allow a stereotype to become activated.

The act of applying a stereotype to a person or group, often leading to biased judgments or actions.

Stereotype activation that occurs without conscious effort or awareness, often triggered by observing stimuli associated with stereotyped groups.

A stereotype that becomes

People tend to categorize individuals based on their social group membership (e.g., gender, race) when the context highlights that specific characteristic.

People categorize individuals based on factors relevant to the current situation (e.g., occupation) rather than basic characteristics.

People who hold strong prejudices tend to focus more on a person's race than other factors. They rely on stereotypes to simplify their understanding of people.

The tendency to attribute negative behavior of ingroup members to situational factors, while attributing negative behavior of outgroup members to their disposition.

The act of strictly defining the boundaries of one's own group (ingroup) to avoid including members of other groups (outgroup).

The media disproportionately represents powerful groups and often utilizes stereotypes to depict individuals.

The tendency to perceive members of one's own group (ingroup) as diverse, while perceiving members of other groups (outgroup) as very similar to each other. Media exposure plays a role in this effect.

Social role theory suggests that stereotypes arise from the roles and behaviors that different groups typically occupy in society. Correspondence bias is the tendency to attribute a person's behavior to their personality traits rather than situational factors.

A perceived threat rooted in concern about saying or doing the wrong thing around people from different groups.

A perceived threat based on direct competition or conflict for resources, power, or status between groups.

A perceived threat stemming from differences in values, beliefs, or ways of life between groups.

Unequal and harmful treatment of individuals based on their group membership that is intentional and visible.

Unequal and harmful treatment hidden from view, often motivated by malice or a desire to ensure failure.

Unequal and harmful treatment that is less visible and more difficult to identify, often because it is seen as normal or customary.

Small, everyday behaviors that demean or belittle members of a social group, often through verbal or nonverbal cues.

The internal drive to control prejudiced feelings and behaviors, stemming from a personal belief that prejudice is wrong.

The belief that the world is a competitive place where resources are limited, leading to a "winner takes all" mentality.

An ideology that prioritizes conformity and obedience to authority figures, often leading to prejudice against outgroups perceived as challenging societal norms.

Competition between groups increases the perception that resources are scarce and limited, fueling a "winner takes all" mentality.

The tendency for dominant groups to discriminate and exploit subordinate groups after winning in a competition.

Subordinate groups may accept and justify unequal treatment if they perceive the social hierarchy as stable.

Groups experiencing perceived instability in their oppression are more likely to challenge the status quo and seek greater equality.

Dominant groups may respond to subordinate group challenges differently depending on whether they see the subordinate group's position as legitimate or not.

Examples of movements challenging existing social structures, such as the U.S. Civil Rights Movement and the LGBTQ rights movement.

A belief system that privileges heterosexuality as the 'normal' and superior way of life, imposing expectations that individuals must conform to in order to be considered acceptable and moral.

The assumption that women are less likely to be successful in leadership roles and that they will receive negative evaluations when they are in those roles because they violate expectations about what women and leaders should be.

Public opinion has shifted significantly towards greater acceptance of gay men and lesbians, but this doesn't necessarily translate to personal acceptance of gay and lesbian individuals at the interpersonal level.

Bisexuality is often perceived as temporary or as a confusion about one's sexual orientation rather than a distinct and valid sexual identity.

Individuals may choose to conceal their sexual identity to avoid social rejection, potential loss of employment, or even physical violence.

The mental effort required to control the disclosure of one's sexual identity in a heteronormative world, leading to stress and exhaustion.

A social identity that is easily hidden or concealed, meaning individuals can choose when and how to disclose it.