#1
What is altruism?
A selfless concern for the well-being of others
ExplanationSelfless concern for others
#2
Which of the following is an example of altruistic behavior?
Helping someone without expecting anything in return
ExplanationHelping without expecting return
#3
Which of the following is NOT a common form of community support?
Spreading rumors
ExplanationNot community support: Spreading rumors
#4
What is 'prosocial spending'?
Spending money to benefit others or the greater good
ExplanationSpending for others' benefit
#5
Which of the following is a characteristic of altruistic behavior?
It is often costly or risky to the individual performing the behavior
ExplanationCostly or risky to perform
#6
Which hormone is often associated with bonding and social behavior, including altruistic actions?
Oxytocin
ExplanationBonding and altruism: Oxytocin
#7
Who proposed the concept of reciprocal altruism?
Robert Trivers
ExplanationReciprocal altruism by Trivers
#8
What is the 'bystander effect'?
The tendency for individuals to be less likely to help in an emergency situation when others are present
ExplanationLess help with more bystanders
#9
What is the difference between altruism and prosocial behavior?
Altruism involves selfless concern for others, while prosocial behavior includes any action intended to benefit others
ExplanationAltruism vs. prosocial behavior
#10
Which psychological theory suggests that altruism is ultimately driven by self-interest?
Social exchange theory
ExplanationSelf-interest drives altruism: Social exchange theory
#11
In sociology, what is the 'social capital'?
The network of social connections and relationships that facilitate collective action
ExplanationSocial connections for collective action
#12
What is the bystander effect?
The tendency for individuals to be less likely to help in an emergency situation when others are present
ExplanationLess help with more bystanders
#13
Which hormone is associated with altruistic behavior?
Oxytocin
ExplanationAltruism hormone: Oxytocin
#14
What is the term for the phenomenon where individuals are more likely to help others in rural areas compared to urban areas?
Rural altruism
ExplanationMore help in rural areas
#15
Which psychological theory suggests that altruism is rooted in the desire to reduce cognitive dissonance?
Cognitive dissonance theory
ExplanationAltruism and cognitive dissonance