Intelligence Quiz

What is the definition of intelligence?

• The ability to paint beautiful pictures

• The ability to learn from experience and solve problems

• The ability to run fast

• The ability to play musical instruments

What is the term used for a reasoning error when referring to someone's IQ as a fixed and real trait?

• Oversimplification

• Stereotyping

• Reification

• Generalization

Which theory of intelligence suggests that there are eight different types of intelligences?

• Spearman's theory

• Sternberg's theory

• Gardner's theory

• Thurstone's theory

What does emotional intelligence involve?

• Running long distances

• Playing musical instruments

• Solving complex mathematical problems

• Perceiving, understanding, managing, and using emotions

What is the term for the observable characteristics or traits of an organism?

• Mutation

• Genotype

• Phenotype

• Heredity

Identical twin studies suggest that what percentage of intelligence test score variations can be attributed to genetic variation?

• 50%

• 100%

• 25%

• 75%

What is the term for the extent to which a test measures or predicts what it is supposed to?

• Heritability

• Standardization

• Validity

• Reliability

What is the condition of limited mental ability indicated by an intelligence score of 70 or below?

• Intellectual Disability

• Emotional Intelligence

• Genius

• Savant Syndrome

Which theory of intelligence includes analytical, creative, and practical intelligence?

• Sternberg's theory

• Thurstone's theory

• Gardner's theory

• Spearman's theory

What is the term for the capacity to learn and predict future performance?

• Achievement

• Aptitude

• Intelligence Quotient

• Mental Age