Theories of Emotion and Physiological Response Quiz
Test your knowledge on James-Lange, Cannon-Bard, Schachter-Singer theories & more. Explore brain structures and neurotransmitters in emotion.
#1
According to the James-Lange theory of emotion, what comes first?
Physiological response
Cognitive appraisal
Emotional experience
Behavioral response
#2
Which theory of emotion suggests that physiological arousal and emotional experience occur simultaneously?
Cannon-Bard theory
Schachter-Singer theory
James-Lange theory
Two-factor theory
#3
Which neurotransmitter is often associated with the 'fight or flight' response?
Dopamine
Serotonin
Norepinephrine
Endorphins
#4
What is the primary function of the amygdala in the context of emotions?
Regulating hunger
Processing fear and aggression
Controlling sleep patterns
Managing memory
#5
What does the facial feedback hypothesis propose?
Facial expressions are purely cultural
Facial expressions are irrelevant to emotional experience
Facial expressions can influence emotional experience
Facial expressions are determined by genetics
#6
Which brain structure plays a crucial role in the regulation of emotions and motivation?
Hippocampus
Cerebellum
Prefrontal cortex
Hypothalamus
#7
Which physiological response is associated with the 'rest and digest' function of the autonomic nervous system?
Increased heart rate
Dilation of pupils
Slowed digestion
Release of adrenaline
#8
According to the Cannon-Bard theory of emotion, what happens when an individual encounters a stimulus?
Physiological arousal leads to emotional experience
Emotional experience triggers physiological arousal
Cognitive appraisal precedes emotional experience
Emotional experience and physiological arousal occur simultaneously
#9
In the Schachter-Singer theory of emotion, what is the significance of cognitive appraisal?
It precedes physiological arousal
It influences the intensity of emotional experience
It occurs after emotional experience
It has no role in emotional responses
#10
What does the opponent-process theory propose about emotional experiences?
Emotions are solely driven by physiological responses
Emotions are always experienced in isolation
Emotional experiences are always temporary
Emotional experiences involve pairs of opposing emotions
#11
According to the Cannon-Bard theory, how does the brain interpret physiological arousal?
As an emotion
As a cue for action
As a stress response
As a sign of illness
#12
What is the role of the insular cortex in emotion?
Regulating heart rate
Processing auditory information
Interpreting facial expressions
Integrating emotional experiences with bodily sensations
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