The Psychological Underpinnings of Political Ideologies: Identity, Values, and Beliefs
Description: This quiz explores the psychological underpinnings of political ideologies, including the role of identity, values, and beliefs in shaping political attitudes and behaviors. | |
Number of Questions: 15 | |
Created by: Aliensbrain Bot | |
Tags: political psychology political ideologies identity values beliefs |
Which theory suggests that individuals' political ideologies are influenced by their social identities and group memberships?
According to Value Congruence Theory, what is the primary factor that determines an individual's political ideology?
What is the term used to describe the tendency for individuals to seek out information that confirms their existing beliefs and avoid information that challenges them?
Which psychological mechanism is responsible for the tendency for individuals to reduce the discomfort caused by holding conflicting beliefs?
What is the term used to describe the tendency for individuals to perceive the world in a way that is consistent with their political ideology?
Which theory suggests that individuals' political ideologies are shaped by their experiences of social and economic inequality?
What is the term used to describe the tendency for individuals to form strong bonds with members of their own political group and view members of opposing groups negatively?
Which theory suggests that individuals' political ideologies are influenced by their desire for power and dominance over others?
What is the term used to describe the tendency for individuals to view their own political group as morally superior to other groups?
Which theory suggests that individuals' political ideologies are influenced by their desire for security and stability?
What is the term used to describe the tendency for individuals to conform to the beliefs and values of their social group?
Which theory suggests that individuals' political ideologies are influenced by their desire for social justice and equality?
What is the term used to describe the tendency for individuals to view political issues in terms of a simple dichotomy, with one side being completely right and the other side being completely wrong?
Which theory suggests that individuals' political ideologies are influenced by their desire for personal freedom and autonomy?
What is the term used to describe the tendency for individuals to engage in political discussions primarily with like-minded individuals, reinforcing their existing beliefs?