Which of the Following Accurately Describes the Dominant French Approach

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following accurately describes the dominant French approach to national identity?

• A) National identity is based on the value of multiculturalism in which the diverse cultures of immigrant groups enrich French culture.
• B) French national identity embodies universally valid, secular, and republican values.
• C) French national identity is primarily a result of the country's Catholic heritage.
• D) National identity is rooted in the shared ethnic ties of most French citizens.
• E) The government is attempting to dilute French national identity in favor of a European identity.

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Definitions:

Persuasion

The process of changing someone's beliefs, attitudes, or behaviors through argument, entreaty, or explanation.

Fear Appeals

A persuasive communication strategy that aims to scare people into changing their behavior by presenting a frightening outcome.

Asch's Research

Asch's research focused on social psychology, notably through experiments on conformity, demonstrating how group pressure could influence individuals to conform even when the group judgment was clearly incorrect.