Question 1

The fact that identical twins are more likely to share sexual orientation than fraternal twins suggests that sexual orientation is at least partly ________.

Accepted Answer

A) environmental 
B) genetic 
C) chemical 
D) hormonal

Question 2

Charlotte is preparing dinner for her family. She just finished running nearly 10 miles and plans on another run after dinner. As she dishes out meatloaf and potatoes to her mother, father, and brother, she reserves a small bowl of broccoli for herself. What eating disorder is Charlotte at risk for?

Accepted Answer

A) Bulimia nervosa 
B) Bulimianorexia 
C) Anorexia nervosa 
D) Hysteria

Question 3

Among the major principles guiding attraction and relationship formation, ________ plays a more important role when a relationship moves to deeper levels.

Accepted Answer

A) proximity 
B) similarity 
C) reciprocity 
D) serendipity

Question 4

The ________ theory of emotion states that the experience of emotion occurs simultaneously with biological changes.

Accepted Answer

A) Cannon-Bard 
B) James-Lange 
C) Plutchik 
D) Schachter and Singer

Question 5

Commitment without intimacy or passion might be referred to as ________.

Accepted Answer

A) fatuous love 
B) companionate love 
C) empty love 
D) liking

Question 6

An external goal or motivation that has the capacity to affect behaviour is referred to as ________.

Accepted Answer

A) extrinsic 
B) an expectancy 
C) intrinsic 
D) homeostasis

Question 7

Mary and Bill are out on their fourth date, and they are really enjoying their time together. They sit next to each other during dinner, occasionally touching hands and whispering into each other's ears. At no point during the meal is there more than 50 centimetres of space between them. Technically this is a description of ________ space.

Accepted Answer

A) public 
B) social 
C) personal 
D) intimate

Question 8

According to this theory, the fear you feel when you are startled by a bear in the woods occurs at about the same time that your heart starts pounding.

Accepted Answer

A) James-Lange theory 
B) Cannon-Bard theory 
C) Schachter-Singer theory 
D) Lazarus theory

Question 9

According to the triangular theory of love, the element of love that describes one's willingness to stay with the partner is known as ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to the triangular theory of love,...

Question 10

Which of the following is one of the changes detected by a polygraph?

Accepted Answer

A) Skin conductance 
B) Mood 
C) Body temperature 
D) Electrical activity in the brain

Question 11

People tend to overestimate how easily others can understand the intended meaning of their email messages. Misunderstood message meanings are often caused by the lack of ________ behaviour.

Accepted Answer

The answer of People tend to overestimate how easily others...

Question 12

Which of the statements is TRUE about homosexuality?

Accepted Answer

A) Homosexuality needs to be treated. 
B) Homosexual people can be good parents. 
C) Homosexual people need to be changed to fit the society. 
D) Most homosexual people fall within either a masculine or feminine role.

Question 13

A lab rat had part of its hypothalamus destroyed. The rat seems to have lost all interest in food and won't eat even when food is available. It would appear that part of the ________ has been destroyed.

Accepted Answer

A) lateral hypothalamus 
B) ventromedial hypothalamus 
C) satiety centre 
D) forebrain

Question 14

Susan is interviewing for a job. Although she is smiling and making good eye contact with her interviewer, he notices that she is also tapping her foot rapidly on the floor. Despite her best intentions, what is Susan exhibiting?

Accepted Answer

A) Nonverbal leakage 
B) Illustrators 
C) Emblems 
D) Miscommunication

Question 15

The fact that we always expect rewards for performing a task for which we've received a reward in the past can best be explained by ________.

Accepted Answer

A) intrinsic motivation 
B) positive motivation 
C) approach 
D) contrast effect

Question 16

Emotional attachment to others is to ________ as sexual desire is to ________.

Accepted Answer

A) melatonin; acetylcholine 
B) oxytocin; testosterone and oestrogen 
C) ghrelin; leptin 
D) androgens; oestrogens

Question 17

Which of the following emotions might Sven, an exchange student from Europe, have the most difficulty recognising?

Accepted Answer

A) Contempt 
B) Happiness 
C) Anger 
D) Jealousy

Question 18

Which of the following best illustrates the two-factor theory of emotions?

Accepted Answer

A) Ulric's heart is pounding before his speech in world history, so he decides that he is nervous. 
B) After several fast dances, Mario decides his date looks really good tonight. 
C) Norton sees Millie and his heart begins to race at the same time he feels excited. 
D) Benny notices that his heart races whenever Gloria is around and decides he is in love.

Question 19

Byron is going on a blind date. His friend has told him all about Rebecca and he is excited to meet her. What will be the best predictor of Byron's attraction toward her?

Accepted Answer

A) How she looks 
B) If she likes sports 
C) How she fits in with his friends 
D) If she is outgoing and friendly

Question 20

Hao and Chang are totally immersed in their video game. Their mum has been calling them to dinner for five minutes, but they have not responded. How would you describe their mental state?

Accepted Answer

A) Immersed in flow 
B) Distracted 
C) Intense 
D) Disrespectful

Exam 11: Emotion and Motivation