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Social Influence GCSE Worksheet

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🎯 WALT: Demonstrate understanding of conformity and obedience

Success Criteria:

• Identify key terms and concepts in social influence

• Apply psychological theories to real-world scenarios

• Evaluate research studies using appropriate evidence

📚 Part 1: Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following best describes conformity?

Following direct orders from an authority figure

Changing behaviour to fit in with a group

Resisting pressure from others

Acting independently of social influence

2. In Asch's line study, what percentage of participants conformed at least once?

37%

65%

75%

85%

3. Which factors increase obedience? (Select all that apply)

Proximity to authority figure

Prestigious location

Presence of allies

Uniform worn by authority figure

✏️ Part 2: Short Answer Questions

4. Explain one reason why people conform. (3 marks)

💡 Tip: Use the PEE structure - Point, Evidence, Explain

5. Outline Milgram's study of obedience. (4 marks)

🔍 Include: Aim, Method, Results, Conclusion

6. Give one ethical issue with Milgram's research and suggest how it could be addressed. (4 marks)

📝 Part 3: Extended Response

7. Evaluate research into conformity. Refer to evidence in your answer. (8 marks)

📋 Essay Structure Guide:

Paragraph 1: Describe Asch's research (aim, method, findings)

Paragraph 2: Strength of research (e.g., controlled conditions)

Paragraph 3: Weakness of research (e.g., artificial task, cultural bias)

Paragraph 4: Supporting/contradicting evidence

Conclusion: Overall evaluation

🌟 Differentiation & Extension

🔤 Dyslexia-Friendly Support:

Key terms: CONFORMITY = changing to fit in | OBEDIENCE = following orders

📈 Extension Activity (Advanced Learners):

8. Analyse how social influence research applies to modern social media behaviour. Consider both conformity and obedience to online authority figures. (6 marks)

💭 Reflection: Which type of social influence do you think is more powerful in everyday life? Explain your reasoning.

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