Psychology Quiz: Identity And Personality Chapter

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    That the personality is the result of unconscious urges and desires corresponds to which personality perspective or theory?

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    • Behaviorist
    • Psychoanalytic/Psychodynamic
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Psychology quiz: identity and personality chapter. Not everyone is the same, especially when it comes to how they behave in certain situations, the quiz below is designed to help you learn as much as you can about what makes a person have a certain personality and the studies behind it. Be sure to check it out and see what new facts you might learn. All the best!

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  • 2. 

    Which of the following correctly orders Freud's stages of development

    • Oedipal, oral, anal, genital, latency

    • Trust, autonomy, initiative, industry, identify

    • Oral, anal, Oedipal, latency, genital

    • Oral, Oedipal, cognitive, moral, physical

    Correct Answer
    A. Oral, anal, Oedipal, latency, genital
    Explanation
    The correct answer orders Freud's stages of development as oral, anal, Oedipal, latency, genital. This is the correct sequence according to Freud's psychosexual theory of development. In this theory, Freud proposed that individuals go through different stages of development, each characterized by a focus on a different erogenous zone. The oral stage occurs in infancy and is focused on pleasure from sucking and oral stimulation. The anal stage occurs in early childhood and is focused on pleasure from bowel movements and control. The Oedipal stage occurs in the phallic stage of development and involves the child's sexual attraction to the opposite-sex parent and rivalry with the same-sex parent. The latency stage occurs during middle childhood and is a period of relative calm and sexual repression. Finally, the genital stage occurs in adolescence and adulthood and is focused on mature sexual relationships.

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  • 3. 

    Describes what comes to mind when we think of who we used to be, are and, will be in the future.

    • Self-concept

    • Self-identity

    • Self-schema

    • Self-satisfied

    Correct Answer
    A. Self-concept
    Explanation
    Self-concept refers to how we perceive and understand ourselves. It encompasses our thoughts, beliefs, and feelings about who we used to be, who we are currently, and who we will become in the future. It includes our self-identity, which is how we define ourselves based on various characteristics and roles. Self-concept also involves our self-schema, which are the mental frameworks we develop to organize and interpret information about ourselves. Self-satisfied, on the other hand, refers to feeling content or pleased with oneself, but it does not capture the comprehensive understanding of our past, present, and future selves like self-concept does.

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  • 4. 

    The social cognitive theory posits that:

    • Personality are assembled from different degrees of certain qualities and dispositions.

    • Personality comes from interactions between a person and his/her environment.

    • Personality comes from conscious feelings about oneself striving for self-realization.

    • Personality is the result of behavioral responses to stimuli based on prior rewards and punishment.

    Correct Answer
    A. Personality comes from interactions between a person and his/her environment.
    Explanation
    The social cognitive theory suggests that personality is formed through interactions between an individual and their environment. This means that a person's personality is not solely determined by their innate qualities or conscious feelings about themselves, but rather by the way they interact with and are influenced by the people, situations, and experiences in their surroundings. This theory emphasizes the role of observational learning, socialization, and environmental factors in shaping one's personality.

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  • 5. 

    According to Erikson's Theory of Psychosocial Development, which of the following would be very important for a woman who just turned 29.

    • Determining which of her identities is most important to her.

    • Feelings of accomplishment because she has a great job.

    • Forming an intimate relationship with a significant other.

    • Feeling like a contributing member of society.

    Correct Answer
    A. Forming an intimate relationship with a significant other.
    Explanation
    According to Erikson's Theory of Psychosocial Development, the stage that corresponds to the age of 29 is the intimacy vs. isolation stage. During this stage, individuals are focused on forming close, intimate relationships with others. Therefore, it would be very important for a woman who just turned 29 to prioritize forming an intimate relationship with a significant other. This stage is characterized by a desire for companionship, love, and the establishment of a long-term commitment with a partner. It is a crucial stage for developing a sense of intimacy and connection with others.

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  • 6. 

    Passage Question: The self-determination theory would attribute the rise in the number of endurance athletes to:

    • A response to the biological need for health

    • The fact that participation in endurance sports builds competence, relatedness and autonomy and these factors contribute to a healthy state

    • More people having physiological and safety needs met and therefore being able to focus on developing a sense belonging and self-esteem

    • Athletes being extrinsically motivated by media and our society's obession with fitness

    Correct Answer
    A. The fact that participation in endurance sports builds competence, relatedness and autonomy and these factors contribute to a healthy state
    Explanation
    The self-determination theory suggests that the increase in the number of endurance athletes can be attributed to the fact that participation in endurance sports helps individuals develop competence, relatedness, and autonomy. These factors contribute to a healthy state as individuals feel more capable, connected to others, and in control of their own actions and decisions. This theory emphasizes the importance of intrinsic motivation and personal growth in promoting a healthy lifestyle.

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  • 7. 

    Describes individual components of our self-concept based on groups to which we belong.

    • Culture

    • Identity

    • Self-concept

    • Nationality

    Correct Answer
    A. Identity
    Explanation
    Identity refers to the individual components of our self-concept that are based on the groups to which we belong. It encompasses various aspects such as our beliefs, values, interests, and roles that define who we are as individuals. Our identity is shaped by our cultural background, nationality, and other social groups we are a part of. It influences how we perceive ourselves and how others perceive us.

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  • 8. 

    Passage Question: The stressors associated with running a marathon can be numerous. Considering that runners may experience both pain and a sense of accomplishment through running, these stressors are most likely:

    • A positive appraisal

    • Solely distressing for the runners

    • Due to the repression of other emotions

    • Eustressing and distressing in nature

    Correct Answer
    A. Eustressing and distressing in nature
    Explanation
    The passage states that runners may experience both pain and a sense of accomplishment through running. This suggests that the stressors associated with running a marathon can be both positive and negative in nature. Therefore, the stressors are likely to be eustressing (positive stress) and distressing (negative stress) in nature.

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  • 9. 

    Passage Question: The sense of belonging, achievement and control satisfy which level(s) of Maslows hierarchy of need?

    • Physiological need

    • Self-actualization, safety and security

    • Self-esteem, love and belongin

    • Safety and security, love and belongin.

    Correct Answer
    A. Self-esteem, love and belongin
    Explanation
    The sense of belonging, achievement, and control satisfy the level of self-esteem, love, and belonging in Maslow's hierarchy of needs. This level focuses on the need for interpersonal relationships, feeling accepted and valued by others, and having a sense of belonging to a group or community. It also includes the need for self-esteem, which involves feeling confident, competent, and respected by others. The sense of achievement and control contributes to fulfilling these needs by providing a sense of accomplishment and empowerment in one's relationships and social interactions.

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  • 10. 

    The behaviorist theory is closely associated with what concept?

    • Positive punishment

    • Negative punishment

    • Classical conditioning

    • Operant conditiong

    Correct Answer
    A. Operant conditiong
    Explanation
    The behaviorist theory, closely associated with operant conditioning, focuses on how behavior is shaped by the consequences that follow it. Operant conditioning involves the use of rewards and punishments to reinforce or discourage certain behaviors. This theory suggests that individuals learn through trial and error, and that behavior is influenced by the consequences that follow it. Therefore, operant conditioning is the most closely related concept to the behaviorist theory.

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  • 11. 

    A woman decides to train for a marathon to lose weight. After the race, she continues to run even though she no longer lose weight, but rather for the enjoyment of the sport and to win medals at races.  This woman's actions:

    • Were solely extrinsically motivated

    • Were initially extrinsically motivated, but the shifted to both intrinsic and extrinsic motivation

    • Were solely intrinsically motivated

    • Were initially intrinsically motivated, but shifted to both intrinsic and extrinsic motivation

    Correct Answer
    A. Were initially extrinsically motivated, but the shifted to both intrinsic and extrinsic motivation
    Explanation
    The woman's actions were initially extrinsically motivated because she started training for the marathon to lose weight. However, after the race, she continued to run for the enjoyment of the sport and to win medals at races, indicating a shift towards both intrinsic and extrinsic motivation.

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  • 12. 

    In Freud's theory of psychosexual development, the libido is largely sublimated in the phallic stage.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    In Freud's theory of psychosexual development, the libido is not largely sublimated in the phallic stage. Instead, the phallic stage is characterized by the development of the Oedipus complex, where the child's libido is focused on the opposite-sex parent and they experience feelings of jealousy towards the same-sex parent. Sublimation, which is the redirection of sexual desires into more socially acceptable activities, occurs in later stages of psychosexual development.

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  • 13. 

    Matt and Katy discuss the reasons they don't speed.  Matt wants to avoid tickets and fines and Katy thinks speeding is dangerous and if everyone went faster than they are supposed to more people would get hurt. Which of the following describes the phases of moral dilemma according to Kohlberg?

    • Preconventional and Conventional

    • Preconventional and Postconventional

    • Conventional and Preconventional

    • Postconventional and Conventional

    Correct Answer
    A. Preconventional and Conventional
    Explanation
    The given answer, "Preconventional and Conventional," describes the phases of moral dilemma according to Kohlberg. In the preconventional stage, individuals make decisions based on self-interest and avoiding punishment, which aligns with Matt's reason for not speeding to avoid tickets and fines. In the conventional stage, individuals make decisions based on societal norms and the desire to maintain social order, which aligns with Katy's reason for not speeding because she believes it is dangerous and could harm others if everyone went faster than they are supposed to.

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  • 14. 

    What best describes the zone of proximal develoment?

    • Influence of knowledgeable others on acquisition of biosocial skills

    • Influence of unconsicous and unconscious wants on acquisition of biosocial skills

    • Influence of morality on acquisition of biosocial skills

    • Influence of internal and external conflicts on acquisition of biosocial skills

    Correct Answer
    A. Influence of knowledgeable others on acquisition of biosocial skills
    Explanation
    The zone of proximal development refers to the range of tasks or skills that a person can perform with the assistance or guidance of a more knowledgeable individual. This concept emphasizes the importance of social interaction and collaboration in learning. It suggests that learning is most effective when individuals are supported and guided by someone who has a higher level of understanding or expertise in a particular area. In the context of biosocial skills, the influence of knowledgeable others would play a crucial role in facilitating the acquisition and development of these skills.

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