Social Psychology (13th Edition), by Myers & Twenge.

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  1. Describe the procedure that Dr. Ellis used to cure shyness. (Do not attempt to answer this question if you were not in class when the topic was discussed; you will not receive credit. Show up for class next time.) (10 points; 1/2 page)
  2. Describe each of Dr. Cialdini's principles of persuasion and construct a brief example to illustrate each one. (30 points; 1 & 1/2 pages)
  3. Describe an example of an inoculation program against persuasion. (10 points; 1/2 page)
  4. Give an example of social facilitation in your own life. (10 points; 1/2 page)
  5. Describe how deindividuation is induced in casinos. (10 points; 1/2 page)
  6. Give an example of group polarization. (10 points; 1/2 page)

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