Psychological Development and Self-Perception Quiz

Test your knowledge of developmental psychology with questions on Erikson's stages, Piaget's cognitive development, Bandura's self-efficacy, and more!

#1

Which stage of Erikson's psychosocial development theory occurs during infancy?

Industry vs. Inferiority
Integrity vs. Despair
Trust vs. Mistrust
Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt
#2

According to Jean Piaget, which stage occurs during the ages of 7 to 11 years, where children develop logical thinking but still struggle with abstract concepts?

Sensorimotor stage
Concrete operational stage
Preoperational stage
Formal operational stage
#3

Which of the following is a primary factor influencing self-esteem development?

Genetics
Social interactions
Cultural background
All of the above
#4

According to Lawrence Kohlberg, which stage of moral development is characterized by adherence to rules to avoid punishment or gain rewards?

Preconventional morality
Conventional morality
Postconventional morality
Transcendental morality
#5

Which psychologist is known for proposing the hierarchy of needs, which includes physiological, safety, love/belonging, esteem, and self-actualization?

Abraham Maslow
Sigmund Freud
Carl Rogers
B.F. Skinner
#6

Which concept in psychology refers to an individual's overall perception of themselves?

Self-esteem
Self-actualization
Self-concept
Self-efficacy
#7

In the context of Erikson's theory, what is the primary conflict during adolescence?

Intimacy vs. Isolation
Industry vs. Inferiority
Identity vs. Role Confusion
Generativity vs. Stagnation
#8

What term refers to the psychological process through which individuals interpret their experiences and assign meaning to them?

Socialization
Cognition
Perception
Conformity
#9

Which theory suggests that individuals strive to maintain consistency between their beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors?

Social learning theory
Cognitive dissonance theory
Trait theory
Psychoanalytic theory
#10

Which theorist is associated with the concept of 'social identity' and the idea that individuals categorize themselves and others into social groups?

Erik Erikson
Jean Piaget
Albert Bandura
Henri Tajfel
#11

According to Albert Bandura, which term refers to an individual's belief in their ability to achieve goals and perform specific tasks effectively?

Self-esteem
Self-efficacy
Self-concept
Self-actualization
#12

According to Erikson, what is the primary psychosocial crisis of old age?

Integrity vs. Despair
Generativity vs. Stagnation
Identity vs. Role Confusion
Trust vs. Mistrust
#13

Which term refers to the process by which individuals evaluate themselves against others to determine their social standing or worth?

Self-perception
Social comparison
Self-regulation
Self-presentation
#14

Which term refers to an individual's perception of their ability to control their own behavior, actions, and outcomes?

Self-regulation
Self-monitoring
Self-determination
Self-control
#15

Which theory posits that personality development is influenced by reciprocal interactions between individuals and their environment?

Social cognitive theory
Trait theory
Psychoanalytic theory
Biopsychosocial theory

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