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Foundational Concepts in Early Psychology Quiz

#1

Who is considered the founder of modern psychology?

Wilhelm Wundt
Explanation

Established the first psychology laboratory.

#2

Which school of psychology emphasizes the study of observable behaviors?

Behaviorism
Explanation

Focuses on observable actions and reactions.

#3

Who is considered the founder of psychoanalysis?

Sigmund Freud
Explanation

Pioneered the theory of the unconscious mind.

#4

Who proposed the hierarchy of needs theory?

Abraham Maslow
Explanation

Hierarchy of human needs from basic to self-actualization.

#5

Which psychologist is known for the concept of self-actualization?

Abraham Maslow
Explanation

Peak of Maslow's hierarchy of needs.

#6

Who proposed the concept of classical conditioning?

Ivan Pavlov
Explanation

Discovered associative learning via experiments with dogs.

#7

Which of the following is not one of the primary colors according to Gestalt psychology?

Black
Explanation

Contrary to the Gestalt principles of perception.

#8

Which researcher is known for the theory of cognitive development?

Jean Piaget
Explanation

Studied how children develop thinking skills.

#9

Which psychological perspective focuses on how people perceive and experience the world?

Cognitive psychology
Explanation

Studies mental processes like perception and memory.

#10

Which branch of psychology focuses on understanding individual differences in behavior?

Personality psychology
Explanation

Study of enduring traits and characteristics.

#11

Who developed the concept of the collective unconscious?

Carl Jung
Explanation

Proposed by the founder of analytical psychology.

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