Behaviorism Quiz

Behaviorism is a theory of learning based on the idea that all behaviors are acquired through what process?

• Intuition

• Conditioning

• Observation

• Insight

Which of the following is NOT a use for behaviorism according to the study guide?

• Education

• Research

• Mental Health

• Entertainment

What was Ivan Pavlov's initial area of study?

• Classical conditioning

• The physiology of digestion

• Human behavior

• Psychological disorders

For what achievement did Ivan Pavlov win the Nobel Prize in 1904?

• Developing the theory of behaviorism

• His work in classical conditioning

• Creating openings in the digestive tracts of dogs

• His research on innate salivary responses in dogs

Classical conditioning is a type of learning that involves pairing something that is neutral with something that naturally produces a response or reaction. This type of learning is also known as:

• Watsonian Conditioning

• Pavlovian Conditioning

• Skinnerian Conditioning

• Freudian Conditioning

Watson began to question whether human emotional responses are innate and unconditioned after being inspired by the research of which scientist?

• Skinner

• Freud

• Pavlov

• Watson himself

At what age was Little Albert when Watson and Rayner exposed him to a series of stimuli in the Little Albert Experiment?

• 9 months old

• 1 year old

• 6 months old

• 12 months old

What was the result of repeatedly pairing the white rat with the loud noise in the Little Albert Experiment?

• Albert began to laugh

• Albert began to cry simply after seeing the rat

• Albert showed no reaction

• Albert became interested in the noise

According to Watson's views on the Psychological Care of Infants & Children, what kind of behavior should parents not reward?

• Curiosity

• Self-reliant behavior

• Love responses

• Signs of concern

What did Watson believe was sufficient for treating children as young adults?

• A firm handshake and pat on the head

• Hugs and kisses

• Verbal praise

• Rewarding with treats