Stanley Milgram Experiment Quiz

What was the main purpose of Stanley Milgram's experiment?

• To test memory recall

• To study the effects of punishment on learning

• To evaluate the electrical shock machine

• To understand the role of authority in decision-making

In the experiment, who was assigned the role of the teacher?

• The learner

• An accomplice

• The participant

• The experimenter

How did the subjects react when they were told to administer shocks?

• They refused immediately

• They were anxious and conflicted

• They laughed

• They felt empowered

What voltage level did the subjects reach before stopping in Dr. Berger's modified experiment?

• 120 volts

• 150 volts

• 180 volts

• 195 volts

How many men participated in the Milgram experiment according to the video?

• 18

• 22

• 39

• 100

What did the majority of women reportedly do in the experiment?

• They refused to give shocks

• They were more likely to shock the learner than men

• They expressed concern for the learner

• They all stopped at 90 volts

What did the experimenter say to encourage the participants to continue?

• "You must stop now."

• "This is just a test."

• "Please continue; it's essential."

• "You will not be held responsible."

What factor seemed to influence how far participants went in administering shocks?

• Their level of education

• Their age

• The presence of the authority figure

• The type of shock machine

What was a significant finding regarding responsibility in the experiment?

• Participants felt fully responsible for their actions

• Many participants deferred responsibility to the experimenter

• Responsibility was shared equally among all participants

• Participants did not care about the learner's well-being

What emotional response did some participants exhibit during the experiment?

• Indifference

• Laughter

• Anxiety and discomfort

• Anger