Take this Quiz: A-Level Psychology: Obedience and Resistance | Zestly

Question 1

In Milgram's baseline obedience study, what was the primary reason for the high levels of obedience observed in the participants?

Accepted Answer

The perceived legitimacy of the authority figure and the setting of Yale University.

Question 2

Which of the following situational variables in Milgram's variations significantly reduced obedience levels?

Accepted Answer

Moving the study to a run-down office in Bridgeport.

Question 3

According to the agentic state theory, what characterizes an individual who has shifted from an autonomous state?

Accepted Answer

The individual perceives themselves as an agent for carrying out another person's wishes.

Question 4

Which factors are considered essential for a minority to successfully influence a majority?

Answer

Consistency in their message over time.

Answer

Commitment to their cause, often through personal sacrifice.

Answer

Immediate adoption of the majority's views to gain favor.

Answer

Flexibility in their approach to avoid appearing dogmatic.

Question 5

How does social support function as a mechanism for resisting social influence?

Answer

It forces the majority to change their opinion through physical intimidation.

Answer

It breaks the unanimity of the group, providing the individual with an ally.

Answer

It ensures that the individual is rewarded for conforming to the majority.

Answer

It increases the individual's fear of social rejection by the group.