Robbers Cave

What was the main focus of the Robbers Cave experiment conducted by Muzafer Sherif in the 1950s?

• Intergroup conflict and cooperation

• Individual psychological development

• Cultural differences among groups

• Economic impact on group behavior

What were the names chosen by the boys for their groups in the Robbers Cave experiment?

• The Eagles and The Rattlers

• The Lions and The Tigers

• The Hawks and The Falcons

• The Wolves and The Bears

According to the Robbers Cave experiment, what can reduce intergroup hostility effectively?

• Superordinate goals

• Increased communication

• Physical separation

• Individual rewards

What theory was confirmed by the Robbers Cave experiment?

• Realistic Conflict Theory

• Social Identity Theory

• Cognitive Dissonance Theory

• Behavioral Learning Theory

During the competition phase, what was one of the activities arranged to create friction between the groups?

• Baseball

• Soccer

• Basketball

• Volleyball

What was the age and background of the boys involved in the Robbers Cave experiment?

• 12-year-old white middle-class boys

• 15-year-old boys from diverse backgrounds

• 10-year-old boys from urban areas

• 14-year-old boys from rural areas

What was one of the superordinate goals introduced to reduce conflict between the groups?

• Fixing the water supply

• Organizing a talent show

• Building a new campsite

• Planning a group picnic