CUET UG Booster Psychology SOCIAL INFLUENCE AND GROUP PROCESSES Unit 7 Test ( M 1 ) -

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CUET UG Booster Psychology SOCIAL INFLUENCE AND GROUP PROCESSES Unit 7 Test ( M 1 )

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CUET UG Booster Psychology SOCIAL INFLUENCE AND GROUP PROCESSES Unit 7 Test ( M 1 )

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QUESTION 1 OF 20

Consider the following components:
I. Organised system
II. Interdependent individuals
III. Common motives
Which of the above are essential for conceptually defining a group?

Answer Review

1 Consider the following components:
I. Organised system
II. Interdependent individuals
III. Common motives
Which of the above are essential for conceptually defining a group?

A I and II only

B II and III only

C I, II, and III

D I and III only

💡 Short Explanation

Groups are organised systems. Members are interdependent. Groups work toward common motives.

✅ Correct Answer Explanation

A group is defined as an organised system of interdependent individuals who work toward common motives and goals. NCERT explains that groups involve interaction, role relationships, interdependence, and shared objectives. All three components are essential for understanding the concept of a group. Options A, B, and D are incomplete because they exclude one or more essential characteristics.

❓ Why Other Options Are Incorrect

Option A → Excludes common motives, which are central to groups.
Option B → Ignores the organised nature of groups.
Option D → Omits interdependence among members.

🎯 Strategy

Option Grouping

Application:

�� Check which option includes all major characteristics of a group.

Final Logic:

�� A proper group requires organisation, interdependence, and shared motives together.

🧠 Memory Trick

"Groups = Order + Dependence + Goal"

📚 Class XII – Psychology – Chapter: Social Influence and Group Processes – Topic: Definition and Features of Group

2 A cricket team is considered an organised system rather than a mere collection of people because:

A They happen to be at the same place at the same time.

B They have mutual interdependence, defined roles, and status differentials.

C They are purely passive observers.

D Their behaviour is characterised by impulsivity.

💡 Short Explanation

Teams have structure and coordination. Members depend on one another. Roles and status define responsibilities.

✅ Correct Answer Explanation

A cricket team qualifies as an organised system because its members are interdependent and perform defined roles such as captain, batsman, or bowler. NCERT states that organised groups have role relationships, norms, and status differentials that help achieve common goals. Option A describes a crowd rather than a structured group. Option C refers to audiences. Option D reflects mob behaviour.

❓ Why Other Options Are Incorrect

Option A → Mere physical presence does not create a group.
Option C → Teams are active and coordinated, not passive.
Option D → Impulsivity is associated with mobs or crowds.

🎯 Strategy

Elimination

Application:

�� Remove options describing crowds, audiences, or irrational behaviour.

Final Logic:

�� Defined roles and interdependence are key features of organised groups.

🧠 Memory Trick

"Team = Roles + Coordination"

📚 Class XII – Psychology – Chapter: Social Influence and Group Processes – Topic: Organised System in Groups

3 Which statement accurately reflects the concept of interdependence in group characteristics?

A Actions of one member have no bearing on the overall group.

B Members belong to the group but work in complete isolation.

C What one is doing may have consequences for others in the group.

D Interdependence is only observed in crowds, not in groups.

💡 Short Explanation

Group members affect one another. Actions influence group functioning. Interdependence is central to groups.

✅ Correct Answer Explanation

Interdependence means that the actions of one group member influence others. NCERT explains that members in a group are connected through shared goals, interaction, and mutual influence. Therefore, Option C correctly describes interdependence. Options A and B contradict the idea of mutual influence. Option D is incorrect because interdependence is a feature of groups, not crowds.

❓ Why Other Options Are Incorrect

Option A → Group actions affect all members.
Option B → Isolation contradicts group interaction.
Option D → Crowds usually lack interdependence.

🎯 Strategy

Extreme Word Filter

Application:

�� Words like "no bearing" and "complete isolation" indicate incorrect absolutes.

Final Logic:

�� Interdependence means one member's actions influence others.

🧠 Memory Trick

"One Acts, All Feel"

📚 Class XII – Psychology – Chapter: Social Influence and Group Processes – Topic: Interdependence

4 A group is a gathering of individuals whose interactions are structured by a set of roles and ________.

A randomness

B impulsivity

C norms

D passivity

💡 Short Explanation

Norms guide behaviour in groups. Roles and norms provide structure. Groups function systematically through norms.

✅ Correct Answer Explanation

Groups operate through roles and norms that regulate member behaviour. NCERT explains that norms are behavioural expectations that help groups maintain coordination and discipline. Therefore, "norms" correctly completes the statement. The remaining options describe disorderly or unrelated behaviour.

❓ Why Other Options Are Incorrect

Option A → Randomness opposes organised functioning.
Option B → Impulsivity is linked with mobs.
Option D → Passivity is not a defining group feature.

🎯 Strategy

Contextual/Tonal Matching

Application:

�� Identify the concept logically paired with "roles."

Final Logic:

�� Roles and norms together structure group interaction.

🧠 Memory Trick

"Roles + Norms = Group Order"

📚 Class XII – Psychology – Chapter: Social Influence and Group Processes – Topic: Roles and Norms

5 Identify the incorrect statement regarding the goals of a group.

A Groups function either by working towards a given goal or away from certain threats.

B A collection of individuals lacking common motives can still be a functional group.

C Individuals satisfying a need through joint association influence each other.

D Common goals give groups a unified direction.

💡 Short Explanation

Groups require shared motives. Common goals unite members. Functional groups involve mutual influence.

✅ Correct Answer Explanation

Option B is incorrect because groups function on the basis of common motives and shared goals. NCERT highlights that members join together to satisfy needs or achieve objectives collectively. Without shared motives, a collection of individuals cannot function effectively as a group. Options A, C, and D correctly describe goal-oriented group behaviour.

❓ Why Other Options Are Incorrect

Option A → Correctly explains group functioning.
Option C → Joint association creates mutual influence.
Option D → Shared goals provide direction and unity.

🎯 Strategy

Elimination

Application:

�� Identify the statement contradicting the basic concept of group goals.

Final Logic:

�� Shared motives are essential for a functional group.

🧠 Memory Trick

"No Common Goal = No Real Group"

📚 Class XII – Psychology – Chapter: Social Influence and Group Processes – Topic: Common Goals

6 Match the following

List I (Group Element)	List II (Implication)
1. Roles	A. Specific functions members perform every time the group meets
2. Norms	B. Expected standards and unspoken rules regulating behaviour
3. Status	C. Relative social position or rank in a group
4. Cohesiveness	D. Degree of unity and bonding among members

A 1–A, 2–B, 3–C, 4–D

B 1–B, 2–A, 3–D, 4–C

C 1–C, 2–D, 3–A, 4–B

D 1–D, 2–C, 3–B, 4–A

💡 Short Explanation

Roles define functions. Norms regulate behaviour. Status shows rank. Cohesiveness reflects unity.

✅ Correct Answer Explanation

Roles refer to specific functions performed by members. Norms are expected standards guiding behaviour. Status indicates social rank within the group, while cohesiveness represents the bonding and attraction among members. NCERT identifies these as major elements of group structure. Thus, the correct matching is: 1–A, 2–B, 3–C, 4–D.

❓ Why Other Options Are Incorrect

Option B → Incorrectly swaps roles and norms.
Option C → Mismatches all key concepts.
Option D → Incorrect associations between terms and meanings.

🎯 Strategy

Option Grouping

Application:

�� Match each group element with its correct definition.

Final Logic:

�� Each concept has a distinct function accurately paired in Option A.

🧠 Memory Trick

"Role–Function, Norm–Rule, Status–Rank, Cohesion–Unity"

📚 Class XII – Psychology – Chapter: Social Influence and Group Processes – Topic: Elements of Group Structure

7 Arrange the logical order of how norms function in an active group:
1. Expected standards of behaviour are conceptualised
2. Norms are established and agreed upon
3. Norms regulate the behaviour of members

A 3, 1, 2

B 1, 2, 3

C 2, 3, 1

D 3, 2, 1

💡 Short Explanation

Standards are first identified. Norms are then established. Behaviour is later regulated.

✅ Correct Answer Explanation

The process begins when expected standards of behaviour are conceptualised. These standards become accepted norms within the group. Finally, norms regulate member behaviour and ensure orderly functioning. NCERT explains that norms act as behavioural guides after being established by the group.

❓ Why Other Options Are Incorrect

Option A → Behaviour cannot be regulated before norms exist.
Option C → Norms must first be conceptualised.
Option D → Completely reverses the logical process.

🎯 Strategy

Sequence

Application:

�� Arrange steps according to behavioural development in groups.

Final Logic:

�� Standards lead to norms, and norms regulate behaviour.

🧠 Memory Trick

"Think → Establish → Regulate"

📚 Class XII – Psychology – Chapter: Social Influence and Group Processes – Topic: Group Norms

8 Evaluate the statements:
Statement I: Norms specify the behaviours expected from group members.
Statement II: Without norms, group members would not know how they ought to behave in the group.

A Statement I is correct, II is incorrect.

B Statement I is incorrect, II is correct.

C Both statements are correct.

D Both statements are incorrect.

💡 Short Explanation

Norms guide expected behaviour. They maintain order in groups. Members depend on norms for conduct.

✅ Correct Answer Explanation

Statement I is correct because norms specify acceptable behaviour in groups. Statement II is also correct because norms provide guidance regarding how members ought to behave. NCERT explains that norms maintain coordination, discipline, and predictability in group interactions.

❓ Why Other Options Are Incorrect

Option A → Statement II is also correct.
Option B → Statement I is clearly correct.
Option D → Both statements accurately explain norms.

🎯 Strategy

Conceptual Validation

Application:

�� Compare each statement with the function of norms.

Final Logic:

�� Norms define expected behaviour and guide member conduct.

🧠 Memory Trick

"Norms = Behaviour Guide"

📚 Class XII – Psychology – Chapter: Social Influence and Group Processes – Topic: Norms in Groups

9 Ramesh feels a strong connection to his debate club and refers to the members as "us". This exemplifies:

A Irrational crowd behaviour

B A unique group identity through a sense of belonging

C Lack of group structure

D Temporary gathering

💡 Short Explanation

Belongingness creates identity. "Us" reflects group perception. Emotional connection strengthens unity.

✅ Correct Answer Explanation

Referring to the debate club members as "us" reflects a strong sense of belonging and shared identity. NCERT explains that individuals who perceive themselves as part of a group develop a unique group identity that distinguishes them from others. The other options relate to crowds or lack of structure, which are not applicable here.

❓ Why Other Options Are Incorrect

Option A → There is no irrational crowd behaviour involved.
Option C → Debate clubs usually have structure and roles.
Option D → The connection shown is long-term, not temporary.

🎯 Strategy

Contextual/Tonal Matching

Application:

�� The word "us" strongly indicates belongingness and identity.

Final Logic:

�� Sense of belonging creates a distinct group identity.

🧠 Memory Trick

"'Us' = Group Identity"

📚 Class XII – Psychology – Chapter: Social Influence and Group Processes – Topic: Sense of Belonging

10 A social unit consists of individuals who ________ themselves as belonging to the group, giving it a unique identity.

A isolate

B perceive

C force

D disguise

💡 Short Explanation

Group identity depends on perception. Members recognise belongingness. Shared perception strengthens unity.

✅ Correct Answer Explanation

NCERT defines a group as a social unit in which individuals perceive themselves as belonging to it. This perception creates a distinct identity and differentiates the group from others. Therefore, "perceive" correctly completes the statement.

❓ Why Other Options Are Incorrect

Option A → Isolation weakens group identity.
Option C → Belongingness is not forced.
Option D → Disguise has no relation to group perception.

🎯 Strategy

Contextual/Tonal Matching

Application:

�� Identify the word that logically fits the concept of belongingness.

Final Logic:

�� Perception of belonging creates group identity.

🧠 Memory Trick

"Perceive to Belong"

📚 Class XII – Psychology – Chapter: Social Influence and Group Processes – Topic: Group Identity

11 Match the following

List I (Collection of People)	List II (Structural Characteristic)
1. Family	A. Has a defined structure and roles
2. Crowd at an accident	B. Temporary gathering with minimal organization
3. School class	C. Organized group with assigned responsibilities
4. Spectators at a rally	D. Lacks any defined structure

A 1–B, 2–D, 3–C, 4–A

B 1–C, 2–A, 3–B, 4–D

C 1–D, 2–B, 3–A, 4–C

D 1–A, 2–C, 3–D, 4–B

💡 Short Explanation

�� Family has structured roles �� Crowd lacks organisation �� School class is structured group �� Rally spectators are temporary gathering

✅ Correct Answer Explanation

Family is a structured social unit with defined roles and expectations. → Crowd at an accident is unstructured and spontaneous with no organisation. → School class functions as an organised group with assigned responsibilities. → Spectators at a rally form a temporary gathering with minimal organisation. → NCERT distinguishes groups and collections based on structure and roles.

❓ Why Other Options Are Incorrect

�� Option B → Misclassifies family and crowd characteristics
�� Option C → Completely mismatches structured and unstructured groups
�� Option D → Incorrectly swaps structured and temporary group

🎯 Strategy

�� Conceptual Matching

Application:

�� Identify level of organisation in each social grouping

Final Logic:

�� Structure determines classification of social collectives

🧠 Memory Trick

"Family = Fixed, Crowd = Chaos, Class = Controlled, Rally = Random"

📚 Class XII – Psychology – Chapter: Social Influence and Group Processes – Topic: Groups vs Crowds

12 Identify the incorrect statement about crowds.

A Crowds lack mutual interdependence among members.

B Crowds have a strong sense of belongingness.

C Crowds are collections of people present by chance.

D Crowd behaviour is often irrational.

💡 Short Explanation

�� Crowds are temporary gatherings �� Lack strong social bonds �� Behaviour is often irrational

✅ Correct Answer Explanation

Crowds do not have strong belongingness because members are loosely connected and temporarily assembled. → They lack mutual interdependence and structure. → NCERT describes crowds as spontaneous and often irrational groups.

❓ Why Other Options Are Incorrect

�� Option A → Correct statement
�� Option C → Correct description of crowds
�� Option D → Correct NCERT feature of crowd behaviour

🎯 Strategy

�� Odd One Out

Application:

�� Identify statement contradicting crowd characteristics

Final Logic:

�� Crowds lack belongingness, not possess strong belongingness

🧠 Memory Trick

"Crowd = No Bond, No Order"

📚 Class XII – Psychology – Chapter: Social Influence and Group Processes – Topic: Crowd Behaviour

13 Why is the behaviour of people in a crowd often described as fundamentally different from a group?

A It is highly structured by norms.

B It involves long-term complementary skills.

C It is inherently irrational and lacks interdependence.

D It leads to positive synergy.

💡 Short Explanation

�� Crowds lack structure �� No interdependence �� Behaviour often irrational

✅ Correct Answer Explanation

Crowd behaviour differs from group behaviour because crowds lack structure, roles, and interdependence. → They often exhibit impulsive and irrational actions due to anonymity and emotional contagion. → NCERT clearly distinguishes groups (structured) from crowds (unstructured).

❓ Why Other Options Are Incorrect

�� Option A → Applies to groups, not crowds
�� Option B → Refers to teams/groups
�� Option D → Refers to teams, not crowds

🎯 Strategy

�� Elimination

Application:

�� Remove structured group characteristics

Final Logic:

�� Crowds are unstructured and irrational compared to groups

🧠 Memory Trick

"Crowd = Chaos, Group = Guided"

📚 Class XII – Psychology – Chapter: Social Influence and Group Processes – Topic: Crowd Behaviour

14 Sequence the formation of a crowd:
1. Irrational behaviour with no structure emerges
2. An event occurs by chance (e.g., an accident)
3. A large number of people temporarily gather

A 2, 3, 1

B 3, 1, 2

C 1, 2, 3

D 2, 1, 3

💡 Short Explanation

�� A chance event triggers attention. �� People gather at the site. �� Crowd behaviour becomes unstructured and irrational.

✅ Correct Answer Explanation

Crowd formation in NCERT is a sequential process starting with a triggering incident. → First, a chance event such as an accident or disturbance occurs, attracting attention. → Next, a large number of people temporarily gather at the location due to curiosity or concern. → Finally, as interaction increases without structure or coordination, irrational and unstructured behaviour may emerge. → Hence, the correct sequence is 2 → 3 → 1.

❓ Why Other Options Are Incorrect

�� Option B → Places irrational behaviour before gathering, which is illogical.
�� Option C → Begins with outcome instead of cause.
�� Option D → Places behaviour immediately after event, skipping gathering stage.

🎯 Strategy

�� Logic Sequencing Application

Application:

�� Follow real-world chronological development of crowd formation.

Final Logic:

�� Event → Gathering → Behaviour

🧠 Memory Trick

"Event → Entry → Emotion"

📚 Class XII – Psychology – Chapter: Social Influence and Group Processes – Topic: Crowd Behaviour and Formation

15 Evaluate the following:
Statement I: Team members often have complementary skills.
Statement II: Teams attain positive synergy through uncoordinated efforts.

A Both statements are true

B Statement I is true, II is false

C Statement I is false, II is true

D Both statements are false

💡 Short Explanation

�� Teams use complementary skills �� Coordination is essential �� Synergy comes from teamwork

✅ Correct Answer Explanation

Teams consist of members with complementary skills working together toward a common goal. → Positive synergy arises from coordinated effort, not uncoordinated actions. → NCERT highlights coordination as essential for effective team performance.

❓ Why Other Options Are Incorrect

�� Option A → II is false
�� Option C → I is correct
�� Option D → I is correct

🎯 Strategy

�� Concept Validation

Application:

�� Check accuracy of team coordination concept

Final Logic:

�� Teams require coordination, not uncoordinated effort

🧠 Memory Trick

"Team = Together Effort Achieves More"

📚 Class XII – Psychology – Chapter: Social Influence and Group Processes – Topic: Teams and Group Performance

16 Unlike a loosely formed group, members of a team are mutually ________ for their activities.

A dismissive

B accountable

C ignorant

D passive

💡 Short Explanation

�� Teams involve shared responsibility. �� Members are answerable to one another. �� Accountability improves coordination and performance.

✅ Correct Answer Explanation

In a team, members are not working in isolation but are jointly responsible for achieving common goals. → Mutual accountability means each member is responsible not only for their own task but also contributes to and answers for the overall team outcome. → This is a key NCERT distinction between groups (less responsibility sharing) and teams (high interdependence and accountability). → Therefore, "accountable" correctly completes the statement.

❓ Why Other Options Are Incorrect

�� Option A → Dismissive does not relate to responsibility or teamwork structure.
�� Option C → Ignorant contradicts active participation in teams.
�� Option D → Passive is opposite to active coordination required in teams.

🎯 Strategy

�� Contextual/Tonal Matching

Application:

�� Match the blank with the concept of shared responsibility in teams.

Final Logic:

�� Teams are defined by mutual responsibility, not passive participation.

🧠 Memory Trick

"Team = Together, Accountable Always"

📚 Class XII – Psychology – Chapter: Social Influence and Group Processes – Topic: Group vs Team Differences

17 Arrange the aspects of group and team performance sequentially as distinguished in the text:
1. In groups, performance relies heavily on individual contribution
2. Positive synergy is achieved in teams
3. In teams, individual contribution is combined with teamwork

A 2, 3, 1

B 3, 1, 2

C 2, 1, 3

D 1, 3, 2

💡 Short Explanation

�� Groups depend mainly on individual effort. �� Teams integrate individual effort with teamwork. �� Teams finally produce positive synergy.

✅ Correct Answer Explanation

The logical sequence follows NCERT distinction between group and team functioning. → First, in groups, performance is largely based on individual contribution with limited coordination. → Next, in teams, individual efforts are combined with teamwork, leading to better coordination and interdependence. → Finally, this coordinated functioning results in positive synergy, where overall output exceeds the sum of individual efforts. → Therefore, the correct sequence is 1 → 3 → 2 (as rearranged in option D).

❓ Why Other Options Are Incorrect

�� Option A → Begins with outcome (synergy) before foundational structure.
�� Option B → Places teamwork before basic group functioning logic.
�� Option C → Incorrectly places synergy before integration of team effort.

🎯 Strategy

�� Logic Sequencing Application

Application:

�� Arrange from basic group functioning → team integration → final outcome.

Final Logic:

�� Group structure evolves into teamwork and then synergy.

🧠 Memory Trick

"Group → Teamwork → Synergy"

📚 Class XII – Psychology – Chapter: Social Influence and Group Processes – Topic: Group vs Team Performance

18 In a project, if the leader alone is responsible for the final output, it is characteristic of a typical group. If the entire project committee holds themselves collectively responsible, it acts as a:

A Mob

B Crowd

C Team

D Audience

💡 Short Explanation

�� Groups = individual responsibility. �� Teams = shared responsibility. �� Teams show collective accountability.

✅ Correct Answer Explanation

A group is usually structured such that responsibility may rest with individuals, often with less interdependence. → A team, however, is defined by collective responsibility where all members share accountability for outcomes. → Since the project committee shares responsibility for the final output, it clearly reflects a team structure.

❓ Why Other Options Are Incorrect

�� Option A → Mob is unstructured and emotionally driven.
�� Option B → Crowd lacks coordination and defined roles.
�� Option D → Audience is passive and observational, not responsible.

🎯 Strategy

�� Elimination

Application:

�� Eliminate options based on lack of coordination or responsibility.

Final Logic:

�� Only teams involve collective accountability.

🧠 Memory Trick

"Team = Together, Take Responsibility"

📚 Class XII – Psychology – Chapter: Social Influence and Group Processes – Topic: Group vs Team Characteristics

📄 Passage

"An audience is also a collection of people who have assembled for a special purpose, may be to watch a cricket match or a movie. Audiences are generally passive but sometimes they go into a frenzy and become mobs. In mobs, there is a definite sense of purpose. There is polarisation in attention, and actions of persons are in a common direction. Mob behaviour is characterised by homogeneity of thought and behaviour as well as impulsivity."

What primarily differentiates an audience from a mob before a frenzy occurs?

A The audience is entirely irrational.

B The audience is generally passive.

C The audience has positive synergy.

D The audience has no special purpose.

💡 Short Explanation

�� Audience = passive observers. �� Mob = active and impulsive. �� Transition happens during emotional escalation.

✅ Correct Answer Explanation

According to the passage, an audience is a collection of people assembled for a purpose but they are generally passive. → A mob, on the other hand, shows active, impulsive, and emotionally charged behaviour. → Therefore, the key distinguishing feature before frenzy is passivity in an audience.

❓ Why Other Options Are Incorrect

�� Option A → Audience is not irrational.
�� Option C → Synergy is not discussed in passage context.
�� Option D → Audience does have a special purpose (e.g., watching a match).

🎯 Strategy

�� Contextual/Tonal Matching

Application:

�� Identify key contrast between audience and mob in passage.

Final Logic:

�� Audience = passive; mob = active.

🧠 Memory Trick

"Audience Watches, Mob Acts"

📚 Class XII – Psychology – Chapter: Social Influence and Group Processes – Topic: Audience and Mob Behaviour

📄 Passage

When an audience turns into an active mob, the actions of the persons are described as:

A Structured by formal norms

B Moving in a common direction with polarised attention

C Highly individualistic and diverse

D Focused on mutual accountability

💡 Short Explanation

�� Mob = collective emotional behaviour. �� Attention becomes polarised. �� Actions become uniform and impulsive.

✅ Correct Answer Explanation

The passage states that in mobs, there is polarisation in attention and actions move in a common direction. → Behaviour becomes homogeneous, impulsive, and collectively directed. → Hence, option B correctly reflects mob behaviour after audience transformation.

❓ Why Other Options Are Incorrect

�� Option A → Mobs are unstructured, not norm-based.
�� Option C → Mobs reduce individuality, not increase it.
�� Option D → Accountability is absent in mob behaviour.

🎯 Strategy

�� Extreme Word Filter

Application:

�� Eliminate structured and rational options.

Final Logic:

�� Mob behaviour = unified, impulsive direction.

🧠 Memory Trick

"Mob = Move Together, Think Less"

📚 Class XII – Psychology – Chapter: Social Influence and Group Processes – Topic: Audience and Mob Behaviour

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