LearningCurve 14a. Introduction to Personality and Psychodynamic Theories; Humanistic Theories and Trait Theories

Question 1

Jung, Adler, and Horney are the key proponents of which personality theory?

Answer 1

psychodynamic

Question 2

The _____ is the center of personality.

Answer 2

Self

Question 3

_____ proposed the social-cognitive perspective.

Answer 3

Bandura

Question 4

The average American believes that their home state made 18 percent of the contributions to U.S. history (Putnam, et al., 2018). This perception BEST illustrates:

Answer 4

the self-serving bias.

Question 5

Which choice incorrectly pairs a personality theory with a proponent?

Answer 5

psychoanalytic – Allport

Question 6

In Western psychology, the _____ is thought to be the organizer of our thoughts, feelings, and actions as well as the pivotal center of personality.

Answer 6

self

Question 7

Juan loves horseback riding. Which choice exemplifies an internal personal factor associated with horseback riding for Juan?

Answer 7

his thoughts and feelings about riding horses

Question 8

When a student believes that she is less likely to develop drinking problems or drop out of school than an average classmate, she may be illustrating:

Answer 8

excessive optimism.

Question 9

Bernadette is applying to graduate school and has several items she must turn in with her application, including letters of recommendation, GRE scores, transcripts, and a personal statement. Which of these is likely the BEST indicator of her potential for success in graduate school?

Answer 9

her academic transcripts

Question 10

Brenda’s past experiences in college classes influence her attitude toward academic achievement, which then influence how she prepares for her current classes. This is an example of:

Answer 10

reciprocal determinism.

Question 11

Donald thought he was well prepared for a presentation he was giving. However, he failed to anticipate questions his audience would ask him. Afterwards, he was surprised by how poorly he performed. Many researchers would argue that Donald’s _____ caused him to _____.

Answer 11

incompetence; be overconfident

Question 12

“We were arguing and the gun just went off!” This statement illustrates our tendency to accept less responsibility for our bad deeds. This is called:

Answer 12

a self-serving bias.

Question 13

Aerial’s history of romantic relationships influences her attitudes toward romantic relationships, which changes how she now responds to her current boyfriend. This is an example of:

Answer 13

reciprocal determinism.