Personality

Question 1

What is personality?

Answer 1

Personality is the combination of characteristics or qualities that form an individual’s distinctive character.

Question 2

True or False: Personality is static and does not change over time.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The _______ theory of personality emphasizes the role of unconscious processes.

Answer 3

psychoanalytic

Question 4

Who proposed the Five Factor Model of personality?

Answer 4

Robert McCrae and Paul Costa

Question 5

What are the five factors in the Five Factor Model?

Answer 5

Openness, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Agreeableness, Neuroticism

Question 6

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT one of the Big Five personality traits? A) Openness B) Conscientiousness C) Intelligence D) Extraversion

Answer 6

C) Intelligence

Question 7

Short Answer: What does the term ‘trait theory’ refer to?

Answer 7

Trait theory refers to the approach of studying personality by focusing on observable traits that can be measured.

Question 8

True or False: Introversion and extraversion are part of the Big Five personality traits.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

Fill in the blank: The _______ perspective focuses on the influence of the environment and experience on personality.

Answer 9

behavioral

Question 10

What is the primary focus of humanistic theories of personality?

Answer 10

Humanistic theories focus on individual potential and stresses the importance of growth and self-actualization.

Question 11

Multiple Choice: Which psychologist is best known for his hierarchy of needs? A) Sigmund Freud B) Carl Rogers C) Abraham Maslow D) B.F. Skinner

Answer 11

C) Abraham Maslow

Question 12

Short Answer: What is self-actualization?

Answer 12

Self-actualization is the realization or fulfillment of one’s talents and potential, often considered as the ultimate goal of personal development.

Question 13

True or False: Personality assessments can include self-report questionnaires.

Answer 13

True

Question 14

What is the main purpose of personality tests?

Answer 14

The main purpose of personality tests is to measure and evaluate individual personality traits and characteristics.

Question 15

Fill in the blank: The _______ test is a projective personality test that uses ambiguous stimuli.

Answer 15

Rorschach

Question 16

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of a personality inventory? A) MMPI B) MRI C) EEG D) CT scan

Answer 16

A) MMPI

Question 17

Short Answer: What does the acronym MMPI stand for?

Answer 17

Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory

Question 18

True or False: The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is based on Jungian psychology.

Answer 18

True

Question 19

What are the four dichotomies in the MBTI?

Answer 19

Extraversion/Introversion, Sensing/Intuition, Thinking/Feeling, Judging/Perceiving

Question 20

Fill in the blank: According to the social-cognitive perspective, personality is influenced by _______.

Answer 20

social interactions

Question 21

Multiple Choice: Which concept refers to the belief in one’s ability to succeed? A) Self-esteem B) Self-efficacy C) Self-concept D) Self-awareness

Answer 21

B) Self-efficacy

Question 22

Short Answer: What is the role of genetics in personality development?

Answer 22

Genetics can influence personality traits, contributing to the biological basis of personality.

Question 23

True or False: Personality can be assessed through behavioral observations.

Answer 23

True

Question 24

What is the difference between state and trait in personality psychology?

Answer 24

Traits are stable characteristics, while states are temporary behaviors influenced by the situation.

Question 25

Fill in the blank: The _______ approach emphasizes the role of individual choice and personal responsibility.

Answer 25

humanistic

Question 26

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a characteristic of a high conscientiousness score? A) Disorganization B) Impulsiveness C) Reliability D) Sociability

Answer 26

C) Reliability

Question 27

Short Answer: What does it mean if someone scores high on the openness trait?

Answer 27

It means they are imaginative, open to new experiences, and willing to engage in novel ideas.

Question 28

True or False: Neuroticism is associated with emotional stability.

Answer 28

False

Question 29

Fill in the blank: The _______ perspective views personality as a result of interactions between the individual and their environment.

Answer 29

social-cognitive

Question 30

Multiple Choice: Which trait is characterized by being outgoing and energetic? A) Agreeableness B) Neuroticism C) Extraversion D) Openness

Answer 30

C) Extraversion

Question 31

Short Answer: Define ‘personality disorder.’

Answer 31

A personality disorder is a type of mental disorder characterized by enduring patterns of behavior, cognition, and inner experience that deviate from cultural expectations.

Question 32

True or False: Personality traits are always adaptive and beneficial.

Answer 32

False

Question 33

What are the two main types of personality assessments?

Answer 33

Objective tests and projective tests.

Question 34

Fill in the blank: The _______ theory emphasizes the importance of childhood experiences in shaping personality.

Answer 34

psychoanalytic

Question 35

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of agreeableness? A) Trust B) Warmth C) Assertiveness D) Altruism

Answer 35

C) Assertiveness

Question 36

Short Answer: What is the significance of personality in psychology?

Answer 36

Personality is significant because it helps to understand individual differences and predict behavior.