QUIZ 1: KNOWING ONESELF

Question 1

KC, a grade 11 student, is confident that she is a competent individual. She knows that people see her as independent, hardworking and reliable.

A. Both statements are examples of self-esteem.
b. The first statement is an example of self-image. The second statement is an example of self-esteem
c. Both statements are examples of self-image
D. The first statement is an example of self esteem. The second statement is an example of self-image

Answer 1

D

Question 2

T/F: Self-concept shifts over time and between situations

Answer 2

T

Question 3

T/F: Positive expectations have no impact on performance

Answer 3

F

Question 4

4. The following are some ways on
   how we can boost our self-esteem EXCEPT:

a. Acknowledge both
success and failure
b. Think positive all the time
c. Take inventory tests n our strengths and weaknesses
d. Seek out for “nourishing people”

Answer 4

B

Question 5

Macoy still feels that he is no good despite overcoming academic challenges last year. Macoy has what type of self-esteem?
a. High self-esteem
b. Low self-esteem
c. Over inflated self-esteem
d. Under inflated self-esteem

Answer 5

D

Question 6

Tracy, a Cordilleran youth, acknowledges the large influence of the experiential way of learning within the culture with parents and elders as facilitators who used informal settings such as story- sharing, apprenticeship and interactions to pass down their culture to the next generation. What cultural context of self-concept is this scenario based on?
a. Dominant individualist
b. Co-culture
c. Media
d. Dominant collectivist

Answer 6

b

Co-cultures within a culture influence self-concept and interpersonal relationship e.g. ethnic groups, LGBT community

Question 7

Samantha had always thought of reaching retirement as a teacher, but the increasing workload and changes in modality during the pandemic made her resign. To get by, she was able to explore the ins and outs of online selling, and to seek opportunities outside her comfort zone. The changes in her self-perception refers to ___.
a. Galatea effect
b. Impostor syndrome
c. Working self-concept
d. Earned self-esteem

Answer 7

C
Working self-concept – information that dominates a person’s sense of self at a particular point in time

Question 8

Your perceived self is the one others see.
a. True
b. False

Answer 8

B

Question 9

T/F: People who have extremely high self-disclosure are regarded as more socially skilled.

Answer 9

B

Question 10

In understanding one’s
self-concept, which is FALSE?
a. The customs and
traditions one is exposed to while growing up influence one’s self-concept.
b. Citing individual
experiences and beliefs,
whether or not accepted
by others, is important in
forming our perception of
ourselves.
c. Generally, the kinds of relationships we have with other people shape our perception of ourselves.
d. Studies show that there are no significant differences on how gender affects the contexts of one’s self concept

Answer 10

D
Gender is a context that influences self-concept

Question 11

In knowing oneself, we have to acknowledge that we have subjective biases. How can we best strengthen our self-perceptions while having these biases?
a. By following what others view from us
b. By self-disclosure
c. By self-evaluation
d. By asking feedback from others

Answer 11

D

Question 12

The idea of working self-concept shows that:
a. Our self-concept shifts over time, thus, we can change our self-perceptions
b. We have one dominant self-concept and a number of weak self-concepts.
c. Self-concept depends on external circumstances which change our self-perceptions.
d. Our internal states are the central source of our self-concept.

Answer 12

A

Question 13

13. Because Carlo’s parents expected him to be responsible with spending, he was able to put aside enough savings to purchase a desktop computer intended to generate extra income through project-based online jobs. The situation wherein someone’s high expectations improve behavior is an example of ___.
    a. Galatea effect
    b. Golem effect
    c. Social role
    d. Pygmalion effect

Answer 13

D
Pygmalion effect - illustrates the way our significant others (i.e., people who are important to us) influence our self-concept e.g. teachers influenced the students’
self-concepts (see Rosenthal & Jacobson, 2001)

Question 14

After one semester, Maya was able to get the highest grade in their Personal Development class. From the very beginning, she believed that she would do well in her classes. She was determined for the entire semester and made sure that her efforts will exceed the minimum requirement. What Maya showed was an example of:
a. Galatea Effect
b. Behavioral self-esteem
c. Cognitive self-esteem
d. Pygmalion

Answer 14

A
Galatea effect - positive expectations for oneself

Question 15

T/F: People with high self-esteem are less likely to be bullies

Answer 15

F

Question 16

16. While waiting for his turn Monti noticed his classmate Kelly performing. He noticed that her voice was audible, and she spoke with a lot of conviction. She was standing upright, well-prepared and had good eye contact with the teacher. What component of self-esteem is shown in the situation?
    a. Cognitive
    b. Affective
    c. Determinant
    d. Behavioral

Answer 16

D
Behavioral self-esteem: refers to verbal and nonverbal behaviors such as disclosures, assertiveness, conflict strategies, and gestures. Do you assert ourselves in group situations? Are we confident to disclose who we really are?

Question 17

Kyra impulsively bought a gadget online during a one-day sale. After purchasing the said gadget, she suddenly realized the repercussions of her action. This event influenced Kyra’s behavior on her succeeding online transactions. Her action and realization portray:
a. Looking Glass Self
b. Pygmalion effect
c. Galatea Effect
d. Self-reflexive act

Answer 17

D
Self- Reflexivity is a superior form of self-activity in which the self-consciousness is produced, and it is sustained any form of self-consciousness.

Question 18

T/F: The self is viewed as a gestalt or whole

Answer 18

T

Question 19

Hailing from a clan of artists, Celine is confident that she is exceedingly good in the arts. What is the source of her self-concept?
a. Biology and genetics
b. Social role
c. Culture
d. Gender

Answer 19

A

Question 20

High self-esteem prevents
adolescents from smoking, drinking, taking drugs, or engaging in early sex.
a. True
b. False

Answer 20

B

Question 21

21. High self-esteem leads to good school performance.
    a. True
    b. False

Answer 21

B

Question 22

Self-concept and self-esteem
are products of learning, and therefore devoid of biological influence.
a. True
b. False

Answer 22

B

Question 23

Which of the following is appropriate in self-disclosure?
a. Express yourself the way others expect you to be.
b. Share information about yourself to foster impression formation
c. Tell everything about you to your new classmates to immediately establish friendship.
d. Disclose as much as you can to avoid explaining yourself to others.

Answer 23

B

Question 24

Irene is an upcoming Grade 11 student. Knowing that this is a fresh start for her, she feels that she must become a better student compared to before because she will now be entering Senior High School. She holds the perception that she is still a bit immature and she wants to improve on that more. What do we call the perception that has for herself?
a. Self-concept
b. Self-image
c. Cyberself
d. Self-esteem

Answer 24

A
A person’s self-image is based on how they see themselves, while self-concept is a more comprehensive evaluation of the self, largely based on how a person sees themselves, values themselves, thinks about themselves, and feels about themselves.

Question 24

The self is more highly structured and difficult to change

Answer 24

False