3. Thrоughоut histоry, we hаve seen politicаl extremist groups, such аs the Nazi regime or al-Qaeda, in which individuals commit terrible acts. Are all of the individuals who commit these acts crazy? Consider the research on Group think, social control, and social change, to answer the questions below. Name/Mark your answers w/ adequate number and letter combination, e.g., 3a, 3b, etc. (16 points total) a. Using the Group Think model, what are at least 2 antecedents that may have led individuals in al-Qaeda to commit such terrible acts? Be sure to explain each antecedent and give a specific example for each antecedent. (4 points) b. Think about the potential social influences that could lead to conformity. Describe at least 2 influences (based on theories of social influence) that could lead to such extreme conformity. Give a specific example related to al-Qaeda for each influence, and cite the relevant theories/research. (4 points) c. Use the results of Milgram’s studies to analyze why members of al-Qaeda might have obeyed their leader and committed these terrible acts. Provide and explain at least 1 reason based on Milgram’s work. (2 points) d. Now, imagine that you are a member of a minority group who is hoping to reduce the violent / terrorist acts committed by al-Qaeda (the majority). Use the Genetic Model, Conversion theory, and the Context/Comparison model, to come up with strategies that you would use to try to influence the majority to shift their position on violence / terrorism. Be sure to include and explain at least one component from 2 of the 3 models listed above. (6 points)
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