Principles and Applications of Contact Hypothesis Quiz

Explore the principles and applications of Contact Hypothesis through 12 insightful questions. Learn about its variants, theories, and impact on prejudice reduction.

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What is Contact Hypothesis?

A theory about social distancing

A theory about interpersonal interactions between different groups

A theory about individualism

A theory about online communication

Who proposed the Contact Hypothesis?

Sigmund Freud

Gordon Allport

Abraham Maslow

B.F. Skinner

What is the central idea behind the Contact Hypothesis?

Increased contact leads to increased conflict

Increased contact leads to reduced prejudice and discrimination

Reduced contact leads to increased empathy

Reduced contact has no impact on attitudes

According to the Contact Hypothesis, what conditions are necessary for contact to reduce prejudice?

Equal status, common goals, intergroup cooperation

Isolation, competition, hierarchical structure

Limited communication, separate activities, competition

Hierarchical structure, minimal communication, unequal status

In the context of Contact Hypothesis, what is meant by the term 'Jigsaw Classroom'?

A puzzle-solving competition

A teaching technique promoting interdependence among students

An isolated learning environment

A method to enhance individual performance

Which factor is not considered essential in the original Contact Hypothesis for reducing prejudice?

Common goals

Equal status

Intergroup competition

Interpersonal cooperation

According to the Contact Hypothesis, what is the role of empathy in reducing prejudice?

Empathy has no impact on prejudice reduction

Empathy increases prejudice

Empathy facilitates prejudice reduction

Empathy is only relevant in indirect contact situations

What is the extended Contact Hypothesis?

A modified version proposing prolonged exposure

A theory about remote interactions

A theory about communication through intermediaries

An updated version considering indirect contact to be effective

What is the 'extended contact' variant of the Contact Hypothesis?

Increasing physical proximity

Positive interactions with out-group members through in-group acquaintances

Expanding the duration of face-to-face interactions

Enhancing direct communication with out-group members

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What is the 'Aversive Racism' theory related to Contact Hypothesis?

A theory proposing avoidance of all forms of racism

A theory suggesting subtle, unintentional bias in interactions between racial groups

A theory emphasizing direct confrontations to combat racism

A theory focused on the aversion to discussing racism

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What does the 'Petty and Cacioppo Elaboration Likelihood Model' suggest regarding Contact Hypothesis?

Increased contact leads to decreased elaboration

Elaboration is irrelevant in intergroup contact situations

Elaboration is a key factor in attitude change through contact

Elaboration only occurs in direct face-to-face contact

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What is the 'Common Ingroup Identity Model' in the context of Contact Hypothesis?

A model emphasizing the importance of unique group identities

A model promoting the merger of multiple groups into a common identity

A model discouraging any form of shared identity

A model focused on maintaining distinct group boundaries

Principles and Applications of Contact Hypothesis Quiz

What is Contact Hypothesis?

Who proposed the Contact Hypothesis?

What is the central idea behind the Contact Hypothesis?

According to the Contact Hypothesis, what conditions are necessary for contact to reduce prejudice?

In the context of Contact Hypothesis, what is meant by the term 'Jigsaw Classroom'?

Which factor is not considered essential in the original Contact Hypothesis for reducing prejudice?

According to the Contact Hypothesis, what is the role of empathy in reducing prejudice?

What is the extended Contact Hypothesis?

What is the 'extended contact' variant of the Contact Hypothesis?

What is the 'Aversive Racism' theory related to Contact Hypothesis?

What does the 'Petty and Cacioppo Elaboration Likelihood Model' suggest regarding Contact Hypothesis?

What is the 'Common Ingroup Identity Model' in the context of Contact Hypothesis?

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