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Understanding Human Temperament and Its Influences Quiz

#1

Which of the following best describes temperament?

It is the emotional part of personality that is innate and present from birth.
Explanation

Temperament is the innate emotional aspect of personality.

#2

Which temperament is characterized by being outgoing, energetic, and seeking excitement?

Sanguine
Explanation

Sanguine individuals are outgoing and seek excitement.

#3

Which temperament is characterized by being analytical, detail-oriented, and cautious?

Melancholic
Explanation

Melancholic temperament is analytical, detail-oriented, and cautious.

#4

Which temperament is typically characterized by being calm, easygoing, and unemotional?

Phlegmatic
Explanation

Phlegmatic temperament is calm, easygoing, and unemotional.

#5

Which temperament trait is associated with a tendency to be emotionally sensitive and prone to mood swings?

Melancholic
Explanation

Melancholic temperament is associated with emotional sensitivity and mood swings.

#6

According to ancient Greek medicine, which bodily fluid was associated with the choleric temperament?

Yellow bile
Explanation

Choleric temperament was associated with yellow bile in ancient Greek medicine.

#7

Which psychologist proposed the theory of temperament that includes the categories of easy, difficult, and slow-to-warm-up?

Jerome Kagan
Explanation

Jerome Kagan proposed the theory of temperament with these categories.

#8

Which neurotransmitter is often associated with the temperament trait of impulsivity?

Dopamine
Explanation

Dopamine is often associated with impulsivity.

#9

Which of the following is NOT one of the Big Five personality traits that are often correlated with temperament?

Humility
Explanation

Humility is not one of the Big Five personality traits.

#10

Which of the following is NOT one of the temperament dimensions proposed by Hans Eysenck?

Conscientiousness
Explanation

Conscientiousness is not a temperament dimension proposed by Eysenck.

#11

According to Jerome Kagan's research, what percentage of infants fall into the category of 'easy' temperament?

40%
Explanation

40% of infants fall into the 'easy' temperament category according to Kagan's research.

#12

Which theorist is known for his work on the concept of 'behavioral inhibition' and its relation to temperament?

Jerome Kagan
Explanation

Jerome Kagan is known for his work on 'behavioral inhibition' and temperament.

#13

In temperament research, what is meant by the term 'goodness of fit'?

The degree to which a person's temperament matches the demands and expectations of their environment.
Explanation

Goodness of fit refers to how well a person's temperament aligns with their environment.

#14

Which neurotransmitter is often associated with the temperament trait of anxiety?

Serotonin
Explanation

Serotonin is often associated with anxiety.

#15

Which theorist is known for the concept of the 'Big Three' temperament traits: negative affectivity, positive affectivity, and effortful control?

Mary Rothbart
Explanation

Mary Rothbart is known for the 'Big Three' temperament traits.

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