Which term refers to groups to which people belong and feel loyal?

• A. Outgroup
• B. Ingroup
• C. Social group
• D. Primary group

Answer: (B)

Belonging and loyalty to a group come from identifying with that group and feeling solidarity with its members. This is the ingroup—the group you see as part of “us” and to which you owe allegiance and support. You’re aware of members like yourself and you treat them as part of your circle. In contrast, those outside that identification are the outgroup. A social group is a broad term for any collection of people who share something in common, not necessarily tied to loyalty to the group. A primary group refers to close, intimate, long-lasting relationships (like family or very close friends), whose bonds are emotional, but the term describing loyalty to a belonging group is ingroup.