Mindset Quiz

A person's mindset affects, that is, has an influence on learning. What does it affect?

• How a person sees oneself

• How much work or effort you will make

• How much you are willing to take risks

• All of the above

Which of the following traits, that is characteristics, reflect people with a fixed mindset?

• They believe smart students don't need to work hard.

• They see failure as a process towards learning.

• They believe the brain is malleable, that means changeable.

• They do not believe intelligence is a fixed trait.

The intelligence you were born with is the intelligence you will die with. True or False

• True

• False

How are learning goals different from performance goals?

• Performance focuses on specific task. Learning goals don't.

• Learning goals see the bigger picture

• If performance goals are not met, person feels like failure

• All of the above

How does a person with a growth mindset view obstacles?

• Obstacles are to be avoided.

• The person gives an excuse or explanation for the obstacle

• An obstacle is to be expected when learning.

How can people change their mindset?

• Listen and realize when they have a fixed mindset "voice".

• Give positive self-talk to oneself.

• Ask yourself, "Are you sure you can do this?"

• The two answers, "listen..." and "give ...." are correct.

What percent of college freshmen will not graduate from college in 4-6 years?

• 10%

• 20%

• 30%

• 40%

What prevents a growth mindset?

• Fear or embarrasment

• Lack of energy

• Giving up easily

• All of the above

Because of the neuroplasticity of the brain, it is possible to retrain your brain.

• True

• False

Your mindset is your view of your own intelligence and abilities.

• False

• True