How Do Others Influence Our Personal and Group Identities

question 20

Multiple Choice

How do others influence our personal and group identities?

• A) Significant others are likely to have less influence than the Generalized Other.
• B) The influence of others likely depends on how important they are to us.
• C) A person with more of a looking glass self-orientation is likely to be less dependent on others for his or her perception of self.
• D) A stronger looking-glass self-orientation is associated with greater stability in one's identity.

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Definitions:

Anaplasia

A condition of cells in which they lose differentiation and revert to a more primitive or undifferentiated form, often associated with cancer.

Ana-

A prefix meaning "up, back, again, anew," used in medical terms.

Sarcoma

A type of cancer that originates in the bones and soft tissues, including fat, muscles, blood vessels, and fibrous tissues.

Carcinoma

A type of cancer that starts in cells that make up the skin or tissue linings of organs.