#1
Who developed the theory of multiple intelligences?
Howard Gardner
ExplanationHoward Gardner proposed the theory of multiple intelligences.
#2
Which of the following is NOT one of Howard Gardner's multiple intelligences?
Emotional-Social
ExplanationEmotional-Social intelligence is not one of Howard Gardner's multiple intelligences.
#3
Which psychologist proposed the theory of emotional intelligence?
Daniel Goleman
ExplanationDaniel Goleman proposed the theory of emotional intelligence.
#4
What is the Stanford-Binet test primarily used to measure?
Cognitive Abilities
ExplanationThe Stanford-Binet test is primarily used to measure cognitive abilities.
#5
Which of the following is NOT a component of Robert Sternberg's triarchic theory of intelligence?
Emotional intelligence
ExplanationEmotional intelligence is NOT a component of Robert Sternberg's triarchic theory of intelligence.
#6
Who introduced the concept of 'crystallized intelligence'?
Raymond B. Cattell
ExplanationRaymond B. Cattell introduced the concept of 'crystallized intelligence'.
#7
What is the Flynn effect related to in the study of intelligence?
The increase of intelligence over time
ExplanationThe Flynn effect refers to the increase of intelligence over time observed in population studies.
#8
Which statistical measure is commonly used to describe the distribution of intelligence scores?
Standard Deviation
ExplanationStandard Deviation is commonly used to describe the distribution of intelligence scores.
#9
Who proposed the concept of 'mental age' in intelligence testing?
Alfred Binet
ExplanationAlfred Binet proposed the concept of 'mental age' in intelligence testing.
#10
Which term describes the phenomenon where individuals of high intelligence are more likely to associate and mate with each other?
Assortative mating
ExplanationAssortative mating describes the phenomenon where individuals of high intelligence are more likely to associate and mate with each other.
#11
Which term describes the phenomenon where people tend to overestimate their own abilities or performance?
Illusory superiority
ExplanationIllusory superiority describes the phenomenon where people tend to overestimate their own abilities or performance.
#12
What is the name of the controversial book published by Charles Murray and Richard Herrnstein, discussing the role of intelligence in shaping American society?
The Bell Curve
ExplanationThe controversial book discussing the role of intelligence in shaping American society, published by Charles Murray and Richard Herrnstein, is 'The Bell Curve'.
#13
What does the term 'g factor' refer to in intelligence theory?
General intelligence factor
ExplanationThe 'g factor' refers to the general intelligence factor in intelligence theory.
#14
What is the name of the test developed by David Wechsler to measure intelligence in adults?
Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS)
ExplanationThe test developed by David Wechsler to measure intelligence in adults is called the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS).
#15
Who is known for his work on the theory of multiple intelligences and his contributions to education for the gifted and talented?
Howard Gardner
ExplanationHoward Gardner is known for his work on the theory of multiple intelligences and his contributions to education for the gifted and talented.
#16
Which intelligence theorist emphasized the importance of the environment in shaping intelligence and proposed the concept of 'zone of proximal development'?
Lev Vygotsky
ExplanationLev Vygotsky emphasized the importance of the environment in shaping intelligence and proposed the concept of 'zone of proximal development'.
#17
Which theorist proposed the 'Theory of Positive Disintegration', emphasizing the role of emotional intensity and overexcitability in the development of personality and intelligence?
Kazimierz Dabrowski
ExplanationKazimierz Dabrowski proposed the 'Theory of Positive Disintegration', emphasizing the role of emotional intensity and overexcitability in the development of personality and intelligence.