The Psychology of Human Motivation Quiz

Explore the intricacies of motivation with this quiz covering limbic system, Maslow's hierarchy, neurotransmitters, and more.

#1

What is the primary function of the limbic system in the brain?

Controlling voluntary movements
Regulating body temperature
Processing emotions and forming memories
Managing motor skills
#2

What neurotransmitter is often associated with pleasure and reward in the brain?

Serotonin
Dopamine
Norepinephrine
Acetylcholine
#3

Which motivational theory suggests that people are motivated by a desire to maintain a balance between their beliefs and behaviors?

Cognitive dissonance theory
Two-factor theory
Equity theory
Hierarchy of needs theory
#4

According to the theory of planned behavior, what are the three factors that influence behavioral intentions?

Attitude, motivation, and skills
Attitude, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control
Motivation, environment, and habits
Perception, emotion, and values
#5

Who is known for developing the concept of self-concept and the 'looking-glass self'?

Sigmund Freud
Erik Erikson
Charles Horton Cooley
John Bowlby
#6

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which needs are considered basic and must be satisfied before higher-level needs?

Esteem needs
Safety needs
Self-actualization needs
Love and belongingness needs
#7

What is the term for the psychological discomfort or tension that arises when there is a discrepancy between one's attitudes or behaviors?

Cognitive dissonance
Operant conditioning
Social facilitation
Classical conditioning
#8

According to the Yerkes-Dodson law, what is the relationship between arousal and performance?

Higher arousal always leads to better performance
Lower arousal is ideal for all tasks
Moderate arousal is optimal for performance
Arousal has no impact on performance
#9

Who proposed the theory of operant conditioning, which emphasizes the role of consequences in shaping behavior?

B.F. Skinner
Sigmund Freud
Abraham Maslow
Ivan Pavlov
#10

What term is used to describe the phenomenon where an individual is motivated to perform a behavior to obtain a reward or avoid punishment?

Intrinsic motivation
Extrinsic motivation
Self-determination
Cognitive dissonance
#11

Who is known for proposing the theory of cognitive development, including the concept of 'stages of moral development'?

Erik Erikson
Jean Piaget
Lawrence Kohlberg
John Bowlby
#12

Which motivational theory suggests that individuals are driven by a desire to fulfill their innate potential and achieve personal growth?

Drive-reduction theory
Expectancy theory
Self-determination theory
Two-factor theory
#13

In the context of motivation, what does the term 'extrinsic motivation' refer to?

Motivation that comes from within oneself
Motivation driven by external rewards or consequences
Motivation to achieve self-actualization
Motivation resulting from internal factors
#14

What is the concept of 'self-efficacy' in the context of motivation?

The belief in one's ability to succeed in specific situations
The tendency to avoid challenging tasks
The need for social approval
The desire for autonomy
#15

According to the goal-setting theory, what is the impact of specific and challenging goals on motivation and performance?

They have no effect on motivation
They decrease motivation
They increase motivation and performance
They lead to decreased performance
#16

According to the self-determination theory, what are the three basic psychological needs that drive human behavior?

Autonomy, mastery, and purpose
Safety, belongingness, and esteem
Physiological, safety, and love
Competence, autonomy, and relatedness
#17

What role does the prefrontal cortex play in motivation and decision-making?

Regulating emotions
Processing visual information
Evaluating rewards and consequences
Controlling motor functions

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