Character Strengths Quiz

Oliver, Abigail, and Arjun are discussing the 24 character strengths. How many classes of virtues are the 24 character strengths divided into?

• 7

• 6

• 5

• 4

Answer explanation

The 24 character strengths are divided into 6 classes of virtues.

Which character strength is associated with the virtue of courage?

• Kindness

• Honesty

• Forgiveness

• Curiosity

Answer explanation

The character strength associated with the virtue of courage is Honesty.

What is the main purpose of identifying strengths?

• To highlight what is great about people like Abigail, Aiden, and David

• To compare the strengths of individuals like Abigail, Aiden, and David

• To focus on the positive aspects of people like Abigail, Aiden, and David

• To overlook the strengths of people like Abigail, Aiden, and David

Answer explanation

The goal behind the classification of strengths is to focus on what is right about people.

How can identifying and harnessing character strengths help young people like Mason, Hannah, and Kai?

• Decrease happiness

• Experience greater academic success

• Increase feelings of sadness

• Cause stress

Answer explanation

Identifying and harnessing character strengths can help young people experience greater academic success.

What is the age group for which the VIA Inventory of Strengths—Youth Version is designed?

• For which age group is the VIA Inventory of Strengths—Youth Version designed?

• Is the VIA Inventory of Strengths—Youth Version designed for ages 10 to 17?

• What age group is the VIA Inventory of Strengths—Youth Version meant for?

• Does the VIA Inventory of Strengths—Youth Version cater to ages 18 and older?

Answer explanation

The VIA Inventory of Strengths—Youth Version is designed for individuals aged 10 to 17. This age group is the correct choice for this inventory.

Why is it important for Emma, Olivia, and William to identify and build on their positive character strengths?

• To focus on people's shortcomings

• To better understand, identify, and build on these strengths

• To criticize people

• To ignore people's strengths

Answer explanation

Assessing positive character strengths helps to better understand, identify, and build on these strengths, enabling personal growth and development.

What has research shown about traumatic events and character strengths, according to Luna, Benjamin, and Mason?

• They have no impact on character strengths

• They only affect physical health

• They do not change a person's character strengths

• They can change a person's character strengths

Answer explanation

Research has shown that traumatic events can change a person's character strengths.