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Which of the following is NOT a strategy for impression management?

Self-sabotage

Explanation

Intentional undermining of oneself's success to control impressions.

Which of the following is an example of nonverbal impression management?

Wearing professional attire

Explanation

Using attire to influence perceptions without spoken words.

Which of the following factors can influence impression formation?

All of the above

Explanation

Various factors including appearance, behavior, and context influence impressions.

What is the term for presenting oneself in a way that conforms to societal expectations?

Conformity

Explanation

Aligning self-presentation with societal norms.

Which theory posits that individuals actively manipulate their self-image to create specific impressions in the minds of others?

Impression management theory

Explanation

Theory suggesting deliberate control over one's image to influence perceptions.

What is the term for adjusting one's behavior to match the norms of a group or society?

Conformity

Explanation

Adapting actions to align with societal or group standards.

Which of the following is an example of dramaturgical perspective in impression management?

Preparing a rehearsed speech for a presentation

Explanation

Deliberate performance preparation to shape perceptions.

What is the term for strategically revealing personal information to others?

Self-disclosure

Explanation

Strategic disclosure of personal details for impression purposes.

Which theory suggests that individuals strive to maintain a positive self-image by comparing themselves to others?

Social comparison theory

Explanation

Proposition that self-esteem is shaped by comparisons with others.

#10

Which of the following is an example of ingratiation as an impression management strategy?

Bringing coffee for colleagues

Explanation

Seeking favor by performing actions to please others.

#11

Which of the following is NOT a dimension of self-presentation?

Authenticity

Explanation

Authenticity is not typically considered a facet of self-presentation.

#12

What term refers to the tendency to attribute success to internal factors and failure to external factors?

Self-serving bias

Explanation

Tendency to credit oneself for success and attribute failure to external causes.

#13

Which theory suggests that individuals have multiple selves and present different aspects of themselves in different social contexts?

Self-discrepancy theory

Explanation

Proposition that individuals possess varying self-images for different social situations.

#14

What term describes the tendency to perceive ambiguous situations in a way that confirms one's beliefs or expectations?

Confirmation bias

Explanation

Tendency to interpret ambiguous situations to support pre-existing beliefs.

#15

Which impression management strategy involves attributing one's failures to external factors beyond one's control?

Excuse-making

Explanation

Assigning blame for failures to external circumstances.

#16

What term refers to the tendency to seek out information that supports one's pre-existing beliefs while avoiding contradictory evidence?

Confirmation bias

Explanation

Preferring information that aligns with existing beliefs.

#17

What is the term for the tendency to overestimate the extent to which others notice and evaluate our appearance and behavior?

Spotlight effect

Explanation

Exaggerated belief that others closely observe and judge our actions.

#18

Which of the following is an example of strategic ambiguity as an impression management tactic?

Avoiding giving a direct answer

Explanation

Intentional vagueness to manipulate interpretations or responses.

#19

According to Goffman's dramaturgical perspective, what is the term for the area where individuals prepare for their performances?

Backstage

Explanation

Space where individuals plan and rehearse their social presentations.

#20

What term describes the tendency to favor information that supports our pre-existing beliefs and ignore or discredit contradictory evidence?

Confirmation bias

Explanation

Preference for information aligning with existing beliefs while dismissing contrary evidence.

#21

In the context of social media, what is often the primary goal of impression management?

To gain popularity

Explanation

The main objective is often to increase social approval.

#22

According to research, what is a potential consequence of engaging in excessive self-promotion?

Decreased credibility

Explanation

Excessive self-promotion can lead to reduced trustworthiness.

#23

Which of the following is an example of self-handicapping as an impression management strategy?

Downplaying one's abilities before a task

Explanation

Undermining abilities to mitigate potential failure impact.

#24

In which of the following situations might an individual engage in self-handicapping as an impression management strategy?

Before taking an exam

Explanation

Purposely undermining performance expectations before a significant event.

#25

Which impression management strategy involves downplaying one's strengths or abilities to appear more humble or relatable?

Humblebragging

Explanation

Subtly boasting under the guise of modesty.

Self-Presentation and Impression Management Quiz

Which of the following is NOT a strategy for impression management?

Which of the following is an example of nonverbal impression management?

Which of the following factors can influence impression formation?

What is the term for presenting oneself in a way that conforms to societal expectations?

Which theory posits that individuals actively manipulate their self-image to create specific impressions in the minds of others?

What is the term for adjusting one's behavior to match the norms of a group or society?

Which of the following is an example of dramaturgical perspective in impression management?

What is the term for strategically revealing personal information to others?

Which theory suggests that individuals strive to maintain a positive self-image by comparing themselves to others?

Which of the following is an example of ingratiation as an impression management strategy?

Which of the following is NOT a dimension of self-presentation?

What term refers to the tendency to attribute success to internal factors and failure to external factors?

Which theory suggests that individuals have multiple selves and present different aspects of themselves in different social contexts?

What term describes the tendency to perceive ambiguous situations in a way that confirms one's beliefs or expectations?

Which impression management strategy involves attributing one's failures to external factors beyond one's control?

What term refers to the tendency to seek out information that supports one's pre-existing beliefs while avoiding contradictory evidence?

What is the term for the tendency to overestimate the extent to which others notice and evaluate our appearance and behavior?

Which of the following is an example of strategic ambiguity as an impression management tactic?

According to Goffman's dramaturgical perspective, what is the term for the area where individuals prepare for their performances?

What term describes the tendency to favor information that supports our pre-existing beliefs and ignore or discredit contradictory evidence?

In the context of social media, what is often the primary goal of impression management?

According to research, what is a potential consequence of engaging in excessive self-promotion?

Which of the following is an example of self-handicapping as an impression management strategy?

In which of the following situations might an individual engage in self-handicapping as an impression management strategy?

Which impression management strategy involves downplaying one's strengths or abilities to appear more humble or relatable?

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