In Comparison to the Self Concept of a Typical Preschool

question 117

Multiple Choice

In comparison to the self concept of a typical preschool child, the self concept of a typical late- elementary-school child is all of the following except:

• A)more complex.
• B)based to a greater extent on peer relationships.
• C)more likely to involve positive illusions of abilities.
• D)more likely to include social comparisons.

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Definitions:

Self-Categorisation

The process by which individuals classify themselves into groups in various contexts, influencing their beliefs and behaviors.

Group Identification

The process where individuals align themselves with specific groups based on shared characteristics or interests.

German Accent

A distinctive manner of pronunciation characterized by features unique to speakers of German when speaking another language.

Social Change Belief System

Belief that intergroup boundaries are impermeable. Therefore, a lower-status individual can improve social identity only by challenging the legitimacy of the higher-status group’s position.