Cognitive Skills and Self-Regulation Quiz
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#1
Which of the following is a cognitive skill?
Typing speed
Reading comprehension
Physical strength
Hand-eye coordination
#2
What is a key component of self-regulation?
Strict adherence to rules
Emotional control and resilience
Ignoring feedback
Impulsivity
#3
What is the main purpose of self-regulation?
To control emotions only
To control thoughts and behaviors
To control physical actions only
To control environmental factors
#4
Which cognitive skill involves the ability to solve problems and make decisions?
Memory
Critical thinking
Listening comprehension
Pattern recognition
#5
What is an example of a strategy to improve self-regulation?
Avoiding challenges
Seeking immediate gratification
Setting goals and monitoring progress
Reacting impulsively to emotions
#6
What is the term for the ability to focus attention on a task while ignoring distractions?
Attention deficit disorder
Selective attention
Hyperactivity
Distraction absorption
#7
Which of the following is NOT a component of executive function?
Working memory
Self-control
Physical strength
Cognitive flexibility
#8
Which of the following is an example of self-regulation?
Giving in to impulses
Ignoring feedback
Procrastination
Setting and achieving goals
#9
Which of the following is an advanced cognitive skill?
Learning a new language
Simple arithmetic
Following instructions
Creative problem-solving
#10
What is metacognition?
Thinking about one's own thinking
The ability to memorize quickly
Physical coordination
Following instructions
#11
What is the role of inhibition in self-regulation?
To encourage impulsive behavior
To suppress unwanted actions or thoughts
To increase cognitive load
To avoid setting goals
#12
What is the main purpose of cognitive restructuring in self-regulation?
To reinforce existing beliefs
To change negative thought patterns
To increase impulsivity
To ignore feedback
#13
What is the role of goal-setting in self-regulation?
To discourage achievement
To create unrealistic expectations
To provide direction and motivation
To increase impulsivity
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