Emotions

Question 1

What are emotions?

Answer 1

Emotions are complex psychological states that involve three distinct components: a subjective experience, a physiological response, and a behavioral or expressive response.

Question 2

True or False: Emotions can be universally recognized across different cultures.

Answer 2

True.

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The basic emotions identified by Paul Ekman include happiness, sadness, fear, anger, surprise, and __________.

Answer 3

disgust.

Question 4

What is the James-Lange theory of emotion?

Answer 4

The James-Lange theory posits that emotions arise from physiological responses to events.

Question 5

Which emotion is typically considered a ‘primary’ emotion?

Answer 5

Fear.

Question 6

Identify the two types of emotions: __________ and __________.

Answer 6

Basic emotions and complex emotions.

Question 7

What is the role of the amygdala in emotion?

Answer 7

The amygdala is crucial for processing emotions, especially fear and pleasure.

Question 8

True or False: Emotions can influence decision-making.

Answer 8

True.

Question 9

What are the three components of emotion?

Answer 9

Subjective experience, physiological response, and behavioral or expressive response.

Question 10

Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT considered a basic emotion? A) Joy B) Jealousy C) Anger D) Surprise

Answer 10

B) Jealousy.

Question 11

What is emotional intelligence?

Answer 11

Emotional intelligence is the ability to recognize, understand, and manage our own emotions and the emotions of others.

Question 12

Fill in the blank: __________ emotions are feelings that are influenced by social and cultural factors.

Answer 12

Complex.

Question 13

What is the Cannon-Bard theory of emotion?

Answer 13

The Cannon-Bard theory suggests that emotions and physiological responses occur simultaneously and independently.

Question 14

True or False: Emotions can be controlled or regulated.

Answer 14

True.

Question 15

What is the significance of the facial feedback hypothesis?

Answer 15

The facial feedback hypothesis suggests that facial expressions can influence emotional experiences.

Question 16

Name one physiological response associated with fear.

Answer 16

Increased heart rate.

Question 17

Multiple choice: Which of the following is a characteristic of complex emotions? A) They are universally experienced B) They are often influenced by social context C) They are purely physiological D) They are always negative

Answer 17

B) They are often influenced by social context.

Question 18

What is the difference between mood and emotion?

Answer 18

Mood is a more prolonged state that is less intense than emotion and may not be triggered by a specific event.

Question 19

Fill in the blank: The __________ theory emphasizes the role of thoughts and evaluations in the experience of emotions.

Answer 19

Cognitive.

Question 20

True or False: All emotions are conscious experiences.

Answer 20

False.

Question 21

Which part of the brain is primarily involved in emotional regulation?

Answer 21

The prefrontal cortex.

Question 22

What are social emotions?

Answer 22

Social emotions are feelings that arise in the context of social interactions, such as guilt, shame, and pride.

Question 23

Multiple choice: Which emotion is often associated with a desire to escape or avoid? A) Anger B) Happiness C) Fear D) Surprise

Answer 23

C) Fear.

Question 24

What is the difference between positive and negative emotions?

Answer 24

Positive emotions lead to pleasant feelings and experiences, while negative emotions result in unpleasant feelings and may indicate a problem.

Question 25

Fill in the blank: Emotions can be categorized as __________ or __________.

Answer 25

Positive or negative.