Chapter 1 AP/CHS History of Psychology Review

In a historical documentary about psychology, you learned about the establishment of the first psychology laboratory. Who was the person behind this significant development?

• Edward Titchener, a prominent figure in the field of psychology

• Margaret Washburn, a renowned psychologist

• Wilhelm Wundt, a pioneer in psychology

• G. Stanley Hall, a significant contributor to psychology

• William James, a key figure in psychology

John B. Watson is observing a group of people in a social setting. Which of the following research approaches would he most likely adopt?

• He would focus on the potential for personal growth in each individual

• He would delve into the unconscious minds of the individuals

• He would concentrate on the observable behavior of the individuals

• He would study the mental thought processes of the individuals

• He would examine how each individual's culture and beliefs impact their behavior

Which of the following is major issue in modern-day psychology?

• evolutionary--biological

• socio-cultural--biopsychosocial

• nature--nurture

• psychodynamic--cognitive

• socio-cultural--behavioral

Which of the following perspectives is most likely to address how the encoding, storing, and retrieval of information might alter our thoughts?

• evolutionary

• psychodynamic

• humanistic

• cognitive

• biological

Which of the following perspectives would be most likely to examine the unconscious motives of a person who is overly aggressive on the basketball court?

• psychodynamic

• socio-cultural

• behavioral

• humanistic

• evolutionary

Psychiatrists differ from clinical psychologists in that they

• help people cope with challenges and crises

• conduct research

• explore how we view and affect one another

• experiment with how people perceive, think, and solve problems

• are medical doctors licensed to prescribe medication

Which of the following psychologists most strongly emphasize that human behavior is powerfully influenced by the interaction between people and their physical, social, political, and economic environments?

• community

• evolutionary

• educational

• industrial-organizational

• rehabilitation

Which of the following psychologists would be most likely to investigate biological, psychological, cognitive, and social changes over a lifetime?

• educational

• experimental

• social

• cognitive

• developmental

A psychologist investigates the methods teachers use to enhance student learning. In which of the following subfield is the psychologist most likely working?

• educational psychology

• experimental psychology

• school psychology

• social psychology

• forensic psychology

A psychologist works with children whose parents are divorcing. She helps them develop skills they need to cope with the situation. Which of the following psychologists is most likely to be helping these children?

• industrial-organizational

• social

• research

• counseling

• community