Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Context refers to the circumstances or setting in which an event occurs that can influence perception and behavior.
Related terms
Situational Attribution: This is like analyzing why a character acted a certain way based on the scene - it's attributing someone's behavior to their environment or situation rather than their personality.
This is akin to the historical period of the play - it refers to the values, attitudes, beliefs, orientations, and underlying assumptions prevalent among people in society.