Exam 9: Motivation and Emotion

Individuals who are high in the need for affiliation care what others think of them and want to be liked.

The phrase "I'm embarrassed because my face is red" is best explained by which theory of emotion?

In arousal theory, people are said to have a(n) __________ level of tension.

The major shortcoming of the instinct concept is that __________.

You just finished a cup of very strong coffee, which causes your body to have a general feeling of arousal. That afternoon, you walk past a cemetery where several people are crying at a graveside. According to Schachter and Singer, which of the following would most likely occur?

You are walking through a store when you run into a friend whom you have not seen in a long time and whom you miss very much. According to the James-Lange theory, what might happen?

Which is the BEST explanation of the Cannon-Bard theory?

According to Dweck, what is the BEST parenting strategy one can use to help children succeed?

What part of the brain seems to influence emotions such as fear and pleasure?

Zhang Wei believes that he can learn from his mistakes and that study and perseverance will help him improve his intelligence. According to Dweck, what locus of control does Zhang Wei have?

Maslow's work has had an impact on the field of __________.

Explain the instinct approach to motivation.

What is a sensation seeker?

In Ryan and Deci's self-determination theory, what is the key to achieving one's needs for autonomy, competence, and relatedness?

According to the text, the tendency of the body to maintain a steady state of functioning is called __________.

"I think I'm afraid; therefore, I am afraid." Which theory of emotion is characterized by this statement?

Early in the twentieth century, William McDougall proposed that there were __________ human instincts.

One interesting thing about incentive approaches is that incentives __________.

Chase is known to be the fastest worker in the mail room. He has worked in the mail room for only a short time but prides himself on being competent and a quick learner. He often gets positive comments from coworkers and his boss, which helps to motivate him and has a positive effect as he continues to challenge himself at work. As a result of his efficient style, he is also given more freedom than other workers, as his boss is impressed by his ability to sort and organize mail. Chase is likely to be __________ motivated as he continues to challenge and push himself to perform even better each day.

Which level of Abraham Maslow's hierarchy is epitomized by the U.S. Army's slogan "Be all that you can be"?