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What is a vulnerability factor? Give an example related to joining a cult.
A characteristic or circumstance that increases someone's likelihood of engaging in high-risk behaviour.
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Which of the following is a protective factor for leaving a cult?
Psychosocial reintegration support (counselling, community)
A university education
High intelligence and strong critical thinking skills
Wealth and financial independence
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What common tactic used by MLMs that is similar to cult recruitment?
Love bombing and false promises
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A cult leader who is charming on the surface but shows no real empathy or remorse is displaying which Dark Triad trait?
Machiavellianism
Coercion
Psychopathy
Narcissism
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What is the key difference between a Pyramid Scheme and a Ponzi Scheme?
Pyramid schemes are legal, Ponzi schemes are not
Pyramid schemes sell legitimate products only
In a Ponzi scheme, returns are paid using other investors' $
Ponzi schemes rely on recruitment
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Name three characteristics cult leaders have in common and briefly explain one.
Charismatic, manipulative, and unempathetic.... etc
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Which of the following best defines "indoctrination"?
Teaching beliefs in a forceful or manipulative way
Forming a religious group
Freely choosing to adopt new beliefs
Leaving a cult with professional support
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Which of the following is NOT one of the "Dark Triad" personality traits?
Narcissism
Psychopathy
Machiavellianism
Sadism
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Explain the difference between enculturation and acculturation. Give an example of each.
Enculturation = learning values & norms of your own culture from birth. Acculturation = adapting to new culture whilst keeping parts of your own
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Define coercion and give one example of how it might be used in a cult
Using force, threats, or pressure to make someone act against their will
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Name one ancient cult and describe one characteristic it shares with modern cults.
Cult of Isis / Cult of Orpheus - charismatic intermediaries (priests and priestesses) who are sole connection to truth or salvation.
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Which cultural orientation emphasises personal independence and individual goals?
Acculturation
Individualism
Enculturation
Collectivism
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Why is intelligence NOT considered a protective factor against joining a cult?
Cults use sophisticated psychological manipulation that can affect anyone regardless of intelligence.
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