Realistic conflict theory Flashcards

1
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What does RCT say causes prejudice?

A

Two groups in competition

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What are the groups competing for?

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Scarce resources

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3
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RCT says prejudice occurs more when

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Only one group can win (a zero sum game)

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4
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Prejudice occurs between

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In groups and out-groups who are in competition

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5
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What reduces prejudice?

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A superordinate goal

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6
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Superordinate goals are

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Shared goals between two groups they must work on together to achieve a benefit

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7
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What are some ways the groups might show prejudice?

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Name calling, ingroup solidarity

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8
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What study supports RCT?

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Sherif- the boys were put in competition and it lead to name calling and fighting, giving them superordinate goals like fixing the water supply made them friendly

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9
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What does RCT not account for in explaining prejudice?

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Personality factors like Authoritarian personality which makes you more prejudice

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10
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Why is Social Identity theory better than RCT?

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It can explain prejudice where no competition occurs i.e. homophobia

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Why does Tajfels research disagree with RCT?

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It showed prejudice occurred between the boys even if there was no direct competition

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12
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Does this explain real world examples of prejudice?

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Yes, things like conflict between countries or towards migrants when there is percieved competition

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Why does Duckitt criticise RCT?

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Duckitt suggests conflict often occurs between powerful majority and weaker minority groups so they’re not in ‘real competition’

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