#1
Which of the following is not one of the Big Five personality traits?
Extraversion
Agreeableness
Ambition
Conscientiousness
#2
Which of the following is not a factor influencing social interactions?
Cultural norms
Socioeconomic status
Genetics
Geographical location
#3
Which of the following is a primary characteristic of an introverted personality?
Seeking out social gatherings
Enjoying solitude and quiet environments
Being assertive and outgoing
Thriving in leadership roles
#4
Which of the following is a factor that can influence impression formation?
Physical attractiveness
Memory capacity
Mathematical ability
Handwriting style
#5
Which of the following is a characteristic of a Type B personality?
Competitive and ambitious
Patient and relaxed
Easily stressed and impatient
Highly organized and detail-oriented
#6
What is the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) primarily used for?
Assessing emotional intelligence
Measuring cognitive abilities
Categorizing personality types
Assessing social skills
#7
Which psychological theory emphasizes the importance of both situational and dispositional factors in behavior?
Trait theory
Social cognitive theory
Psychoanalytic theory
Humanistic theory
#8
What is the fundamental attribution error in social psychology?
Attributing one's own actions to external factors
Attributing others' actions to internal factors
Attributing one's own actions to internal factors
Attributing others' actions to external factors
#9
In social psychology, what does the 'mere exposure effect' suggest?
People prefer new experiences over familiar ones
Repeated exposure to something increases liking for it
Individuals tend to conform to group norms
People are more likely to help others who are similar to them
#10
What is the main focus of social learning theory?
The influence of unconscious motives on behavior
The role of genetic factors in personality development
The impact of social interactions on learning
The effect of cognitive biases on decision making
#11
What does the term 'self-fulfilling prophecy' refer to in social psychology?
A prediction that causes itself to become true due to positive thinking
A belief that influences behavior in such a way that it causes its own fulfillment
An unconscious bias that affects perception of others
A defense mechanism to protect one's self-esteem
#12
According to Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, what is the primary crisis during adolescence?
Trust vs. Mistrust
Integrity vs. Despair
Identity vs. Role Confusion
Generativity vs. Stagnation
#13
What is the main difference between collectivist and individualist cultures?
Collectivist cultures prioritize individual goals over group goals
Individualist cultures emphasize interdependence and group harmony
Collectivist cultures value group goals over individual goals
Individualist cultures discourage conformity and social norms
#14
Which of the following is a primary criticism of trait theories of personality?
They fail to account for the influence of genetics on personality
They overlook the impact of situational factors on behavior
They are too focused on unconscious motives and conflicts
They lack empirical evidence to support their claims
#15
What is the central premise of social identity theory?
Individuals strive to maintain a positive self-image by identifying with certain social groups
Personality is primarily shaped by early childhood experiences and parental relationships
People are motivated by the pursuit of pleasure and the avoidance of pain
Humans are inherently social beings who seek meaningful connections with others