TOPIC 6: Individualism vs. Collectivism

Question 1

independence and self-reliance are greatly stressed and valued

Answer 1

INDIVIDUALISM (Western Thought)

Question 2

people tend to distance themselves psychologically and emotionally from each other

Answer 2

INDIVIDUALISM (Western Thought)

Question 3

views the group as the primary entity, with the individuals lost along the way

Answer 3

COLLECTIVISM (Eastern Thought)

Question 4

The survival and success of the group ensure the well-being of the individual

Answer 4

COLLECTIVISM (Eastern Thought)

Question 5

Promotes individual goals, initiative, and achievement

Answer 5

INDIVIDUALISM

Question 6

Individual rights are seen as being the most important

Answer 6

INDIVIDUALISM

Question 7

Rules attempt to ensure self-importance and individualism

Answer 7

INDIVIDUALISM

Question 8

Independence is valued; there is much less of a drive to help other citizens or communities than in collectivism

Answer 8

INDIVIDUALISM

Question 9

Relying on or being dependent on others is frequently seen as shameful

Answer 9

INDIVIDUALISM

Question 10

Each person is encouraged to be an active player in society, to do what is best for society as a whole rather than themselves

Answer 10

COLLECTIVISM

Question 11

The rights of families, communities, and the collective supersede those of the individual

Answer 11

COLLECTIVISM

Question 12

Rules promote unity, brotherhood, and selflessness

Answer 12

COLLECTIVISM

Question 13

Working with others and cooperating is the norm; everyone supports each other

Answer 13

COLLECTIVISM