MCQs
What does prejudice in psychology primarily involve?
- A) Positive judgments
- B) Negative judgments
- C) Neutral judgments
- D) Biased judgments Answer: B) Negative judgments
Which component of prejudice involves beliefs or stereotypes about a group?
- A) Affective
- B) Behavioral
- C) Cognitive
- D) Emotional Answer: C) Cognitive
Social Identity Theory suggests people categorize themselves into:
- A) Familiar and unfamiliar groups
- B) In-groups and out-groups
- C) Superior and inferior groups
- D) Traditional and modern groups Answer: B) In-groups and out-groups
Stereotypes can lead to:
- A) Increased understanding
- B) Decreased understanding
- C) Reduced prejudice
- D) Enhanced empathy Answer: B) Decreased understanding
Which of the following is a consequence of prejudice?
- A) Increased well-being
- B) Discrimination
- C) Positive group interactions
- D) Enhanced social cohesion Answer: B) Discrimination
How can education help combat prejudice?
- A) By promoting stereotypes
- B) By increasing awareness and understanding
- C) By encouraging bias
- D) By limiting social interactions Answer: B) By increasing awareness and understanding
Inter-group contact is aimed at:
- A) Reinforcing stereotypes
- B) Limiting interactions
- C) Reducing prejudice
- D) Promoting discrimination Answer: C) Reducing prejudice
Legislation addressing prejudice focuses on:
- A) Promoting discrimination
- B) Protecting rights and promoting equality
- C) Reinforcing stereotypes
- D) Limiting freedoms Answer: B) Protecting rights and promoting equality
What is the emotional component of prejudice?
- A) Behavioral
- B) Cognitive
- C) Affective
- D) Societal Answer: C) Affective
Prejudice can lead to which of the following?
- A) Enhanced mutual respect
- B) Positive social cohesion
- C) Societal conflicts
- D) Increased inclusivity Answer: C) Societal conflicts
