Question 1

A cultural focus on the self as independent from others is known as ___________.

Accepted Answer

A)  individualism 
B)  communism 
C)  collectivism 
D)  socialization 
A)  individualism 
B)  communism 
C)  collectivism 
D)  socialization

Question 2

Unrealistic optimism may lead people to take fewer precautions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

The expression "the nail that sticks out gets pounded down" is associated with which of the following concepts?

Accepted Answer

A)  Individualism 
B)  Western ideology 
C)  Collectivism 
D)  Introspection 
A)  Individualism 
B)  Western ideology 
C)  Collectivism 
D)  Introspection

Question 4

Name two things you could do to increase a friend's self-awareness. What effect does increasing a person's self-awareness have on their behaviour?

Accepted Answer

Two things you could do to increase a fr

Question 5

Madeleine did not pass her driver's test. When explaining the situation to her mom, she said, "It wasn't my fault! It was raining and I wasn't feeling very well." Madeleine's excuse is an example of:

Accepted Answer

A)  cognitive distortion bias. 
B)  a self-fulfilling prophecy. 
C)  a self-serving attribution. 
D)  the false consensus effect. 
A)  cognitive distortion bias. 
B)  a self-fulfilling prophecy. 
C)  a self-serving attribution. 
D)  the false consensus effect.

Question 6

Khan's teacher thinks that he is a high-performing student. Khan comes to share this belief and, as a result, is more likely to achieve. This example refers to:

Accepted Answer

A)  self-serving attribution. 
B)  false consensus. 
C)  self-fulfilling prophecy. 
D)  unrealistic optimism. 
A)  self-serving attribution. 
B)  false consensus. 
C)  self-fulfilling prophecy. 
D)  unrealistic optimism.

Question 7

What is the false consensus effect? What does research suggest is one possible reason we see this effect?

Accepted Answer

The false consensus effect is a cognitiv

Question 8

Researchers have found that positive self-esteem is correlated with positive performance in school and good physical health. What conclusion can you draw from this information?

Accepted Answer

A)  Higher self-esteem causes good physical health. 
B)  Higher self-esteem causes positive performance in school. 
C)  Higher self-esteem is associated with both positive performance in school and good physical health. 
D)  Good physical health and positive performance in school cause higher self-esteem. 
A)  Higher self-esteem causes good physical health. 
B)  Higher self-esteem causes positive performance in school. 
C)  Higher self-esteem is associated with both positive performance in school and good physical health. 
D)  Good physical health and positive performance in school cause higher self-esteem.

Question 9

Charlie practices the piano every day after school because he loves music and finds playing the piano enjoyable. In this example, Charlie's behaviour is:

Accepted Answer

A)  extrinsically motivated. 
B)  intrinsically motivated. 
C)  self-serving. 
D)  unmotivated. 
A)  extrinsically motivated. 
B)  intrinsically motivated. 
C)  self-serving. 
D)  unmotivated.

Question 10

___________ refers to the force that drives us to complete a task or achieve a goal.

Accepted Answer

A)  Self-awareness 
B)  The self-concept 
C)  Motivation 
D)  Self-esteem 
A)  Self-awareness 
B)  The self-concept 
C)  Motivation 
D)  Self-esteem

Question 11

Rosemarie wants her son Mark to enjoy playing the violin and be more motivated to practice on his own. Based on research on the overjustication effect, what would be the MOST effective way to intrinsically motivate Mark to practice?

Accepted Answer

A)  Surprise him with $20 after he practices 
B)  Promise him a trip to the toy store if he practices every day for a week 
C)  Promise to pay him $30 every time he practices the violin. 
D)  Promise to pay him $50 every time he practices the violin 
A)  Surprise him with $20 after he practices 
B)  Promise him a trip to the toy store if he practices every day for a week 
C)  Promise to pay him $30 every time he practices the violin. 
D)  Promise to pay him $50 every time he practices the violin

Question 12

Which term best describes the notion that we see ourselves through the eyes of other people?

Accepted Answer

A)  Self-concept 
B)  Self-efficacy 
C)  Self-esteem 
D)  Looking glass self 
A)  Self-concept 
B)  Self-efficacy 
C)  Self-esteem 
D)  Looking glass self

Question 13

Jill wants her new sorority sisters to like her so she compliments them on their hair and clothing. Jill is using what strategy to manage other people's impressions of her?

Accepted Answer

A)  Upward social comparison 
B)  Unrealistic optimism 
C)  Ingratiation 
D)  Self-serving attribution 
A)  Upward social comparison 
B)  Unrealistic optimism 
C)  Ingratiation 
D)  Self-serving attribution

Question 14

Which of the following explains why many people prefer text messages and online interaction over face-to-face interaction or phone calls?

Accepted Answer

A)  Text messages and online interaction are less intimate than face-to-face interaction or phone calls. 
B)  Text messages and online interaction are more fulfilling than face-to-face interaction or phone calls. 
C)  Text messages and online interaction prevent others from engaging in self-serving attributions. 
D)  Text messages and online interaction make it easier for us to control other's impressions of us. 
A)  Text messages and online interaction are less intimate than face-to-face interaction or phone calls. 
B)  Text messages and online interaction are more fulfilling than face-to-face interaction or phone calls. 
C)  Text messages and online interaction prevent others from engaging in self-serving attributions. 
D)  Text messages and online interaction make it easier for us to control other's impressions of us.

Question 15

Which of the following is true in regards to self-esteem?

Accepted Answer

A)  An individual's level of self-esteem is stable across social environments. 
B)  The need for positive self-esteem can cause us to ignore criticism. 
C)  Possessing low levels of self-esteem may cause unrealistic optimism. 
D)  Possessing high levels of self-esteem is associated with poor health. 
A)  An individual's level of self-esteem is stable across social environments. 
B)  The need for positive self-esteem can cause us to ignore criticism. 
C)  Possessing low levels of self-esteem may cause unrealistic optimism. 
D)  Possessing high levels of self-esteem is associated with poor health.

Question 16

Which of the following statements about self-schemas is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)  Different self-schemas will take on different levels of importance for different people. 
B)  Self-schemas help organize the processing of information related to the self. 
C)  Self-schemas may take on different levels of importance depending on the situation. 
D)  Self-schemas usually have the same level of importance across situations. 
A)  Different self-schemas will take on different levels of importance for different people. 
B)  Self-schemas help organize the processing of information related to the self. 
C)  Self-schemas may take on different levels of importance depending on the situation. 
D)  Self-schemas usually have the same level of importance across situations.

Question 17

Aaron is overweight. To feel better, he often compares himself to individuals who are heavier. This process illustrates:

Accepted Answer

A)  downward social comparison. 
B)  ingratiation. 
C)  BIRGing. 
D)  upward social comparison. 
A)  downward social comparison. 
B)  ingratiation. 
C)  BIRGing. 
D)  upward social comparison.

Question 18

How is motivation influenced by culture? Provide research described in your textbook to illustrate the effect of culture on motivation.

Accepted Answer

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Question 19

In comparison to women's self-concepts, men tend to define themselves more in terms of their:

Accepted Answer

A)  relationships with others. 
B)  unique characteristics. 
C)  cultural background. 
D)  in-group affiliations. 
A)  relationships with others. 
B)  unique characteristics. 
C)  cultural background. 
D)  in-group affiliations.

Question 20

Which of the following concepts explains why sports fans might be more likely to wear clothing supporting their favourite team after a big win instead of after a big loss?

Accepted Answer

A)  CORFing 
B)  Ingratiation 
C)  BIRGing 
D)  Upward social comparison 
A)  CORFing 
B)  Ingratiation 
C)  BIRGing 
D)  Upward social comparison

A cultural focus on the self as independent from others is known as ___________.

Unrealistic optimism may lead people to take fewer precautions.

The expression "the nail that sticks out gets pounded down" is associated with which of the following concepts?

Name two things you could do to increase a friend's self-awareness. What effect does increasing a person's self-awareness have on their behaviour?

Madeleine did not pass her driver's test. When explaining the situation to her mom, she said, "It wasn't my fault! It was raining and I wasn't feeling very well." Madeleine's excuse is an example of:

Khan's teacher thinks that he is a high-performing student. Khan comes to share this belief and, as a result, is more likely to achieve. This example refers to:

What is the false consensus effect? What does research suggest is one possible reason we see this effect?

Researchers have found that positive self-esteem is correlated with positive performance in school and good physical health. What conclusion can you draw from this information?

Charlie practices the piano every day after school because he loves music and finds playing the piano enjoyable. In this example, Charlie's behaviour is:

___________ refers to the force that drives us to complete a task or achieve a goal.

Rosemarie wants her son Mark to enjoy playing the violin and be more motivated to practice on his own. Based on research on the overjustication effect, what would be the MOST effective way to intrinsically motivate Mark to practice?

Which term best describes the notion that we see ourselves through the eyes of other people?

Jill wants her new sorority sisters to like her so she compliments them on their hair and clothing. Jill is using what strategy to manage other people's impressions of her?

Which of the following explains why many people prefer text messages and online interaction over face-to-face interaction or phone calls?

Which of the following is true in regards to self-esteem?

Which of the following statements about self-schemas is FALSE?

Aaron is overweight. To feel better, he often compares himself to individuals who are heavier. This process illustrates:

How is motivation influenced by culture? Provide research described in your textbook to illustrate the effect of culture on motivation.

In comparison to women's self-concepts, men tend to define themselves more in terms of their:

Which of the following concepts explains why sports fans might be more likely to wear clothing supporting their favourite team after a big win instead of after a big loss?

What Is Social Psychology

The Science of Social Psychology

Social Cognition

Social Perception

Attitudes

The Power of Persuasion

Social Influence

The Power of the Group

Stereotypes, Prejudice, and Discrimination

Aggression

Attraction and Close Relationships

Prosocial Behaviour

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Exam 4: The Self

A cultural focus on the self as independent from others is known as ___________.

Unrealistic optimism may lead people to take fewer precautions.

The expression "the nail that sticks out gets pounded down" is associated with which of the following concepts?

Name two things you could do to increase a friend's self-awareness. What effect does increasing a person's self-awareness have on their behaviour?

Madeleine did not pass her driver's test. When explaining the situation to her mom, she said, "It wasn't my fault! It was raining and I wasn't feeling very well." Madeleine's excuse is an example of:

Khan's teacher thinks that he is a high-performing student. Khan comes to share this belief and, as a result, is more likely to achieve. This example refers to:

What is the false consensus effect? What does research suggest is one possible reason we see this effect?

Researchers have found that positive self-esteem is correlated with positive performance in school and good physical health. What conclusion can you draw from this information?

Charlie practices the piano every day after school because he loves music and finds playing the piano enjoyable. In this example, Charlie's behaviour is:

___________ refers to the force that drives us to complete a task or achieve a goal.

Rosemarie wants her son Mark to enjoy playing the violin and be more motivated to practice on his own. Based on research on the overjustication effect, what would be the MOST effective way to intrinsically motivate Mark to practice?

Which term best describes the notion that we see ourselves through the eyes of other people?

Jill wants her new sorority sisters to like her so she compliments them on their hair and clothing. Jill is using what strategy to manage other people's impressions of her?

Which of the following explains why many people prefer text messages and online interaction over face-to-face interaction or phone calls?

Which of the following is true in regards to self-esteem?

Which of the following statements about self-schemas is FALSE?

Aaron is overweight. To feel better, he often compares himself to individuals who are heavier. This process illustrates:

How is motivation influenced by culture? Provide research described in your textbook to illustrate the effect of culture on motivation.

In comparison to women's self-concepts, men tend to define themselves more in terms of their:

Which of the following concepts explains why sports fans might be more likely to wear clothing supporting their favourite team after a big win instead of after a big loss?

What Is Social Psychology

The Science of Social Psychology

Social Cognition

Social Perception

Attitudes

The Power of Persuasion

Social Influence

The Power of the Group

Stereotypes, Prejudice, and Discrimination

Aggression

Attraction and Close Relationships

Prosocial Behaviour

Filters