Intelligence and Diversity in Human Cognitive Abilities Quiz
Explore key concepts in intelligence testing with questions on founders, theories, and controversies. Test your knowledge now!
#1
Who is considered the founder of modern intelligence testing?
Charles Darwin
Alfred Binet
Sigmund Freud
William James
#2
What is the name of the test designed to measure a child's intellectual development in relation to their age group?
Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS)
Rorschach Inkblot Test
Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scale
Woodcock-Johnson Tests of Cognitive Abilities
#3
Which psychologist introduced the concept of 'multiple intelligences'?
Jean Piaget
Erik Erikson
Albert Bandura
Howard Gardner
#4
What is the name of the phenomenon where individuals of above-average intelligence tend to marry partners with similar levels of intelligence?
Flynn effect
G factor
Positive assortative mating
Stereotype threat
#5
What is the Flynn effect?
A theory about the impact of genetics on intelligence
A phenomenon where IQ scores increase over generations
A method for measuring emotional intelligence
A cognitive bias related to decision-making
#6
Which of the following factors is NOT typically associated with the development of intelligence?
Genetics
Education
Nutrition
Religion
#7
Which of the following is NOT a type of intelligence proposed by Howard Gardner?
Logical-mathematical intelligence
Spatial intelligence
Emotional intelligence
Physical intelligence
#8
What does the term 'Savant syndrome' refer to?
A condition where individuals have exceptional abilities despite significant cognitive disabilities
A theory proposing that intelligence is largely determined by cultural factors
A cognitive bias where individuals overestimate their own intelligence
A method of intelligence testing developed by Lewis Terman
#9
What does the 'g factor' refer to in psychometrics?
General intelligence factor
Gender intelligence factor
Genetic intelligence factor
Group intelligence factor
#10
What is the heritability estimate for intelligence?
0% - intelligence is entirely determined by genetics
50% - intelligence is equally influenced by genetics and environment
100% - intelligence is entirely determined by environment
75% - intelligence is mostly determined by genetics
#11
What is the phenomenon known as 'stereotype threat'?
A situation where individuals perform poorly due to anxiety about confirming negative stereotypes about their social group
A theory proposing that intelligence is largely determined by genetic factors
A cognitive bias where individuals selectively attend to information that confirms their preexisting beliefs
A situation where individuals perform better on tasks when they are observed by others
#12
What does the term 'fluid intelligence' refer to?
The ability to retrieve and use knowledge acquired over time
The ability to solve new problems, use logic in new situations, and identify patterns
The ability to understand and manage one's own emotions and to recognize the emotions of others
The ability to remember and use learned information
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