
Understanding Optimism and Pessimism
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Science, Biology, Psychology, Social Studies
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9th - 12th Grade
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Hard

Amelia Wright
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10 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What metaphor is used to describe optimism and pessimism?
A road with two paths
A glass being half full or half empty
A coin with two sides
A book with two chapters
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which gene is associated with a focus on positive images?
Gene controlling for melatonin
Gene controlling for adrenaline
Gene controlling for dopamine
Gene controlling for serotonin
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a noted advantage of being an optimist?
Higher academic achievements
Longer lifespan
Better financial management
More realistic view of the world
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a disadvantage of being an optimist?
Overestimating abilities and underestimating risk
Having a more realistic view of the world
Being more cautious when planning for the future
Avoiding risky behaviors
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a common behavior of pessimists regarding their finances?
Spending impulsively
Taking high risks
Using a cautious approach
Ignoring financial planning
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the optimism bias?
A tendency to overestimate positive outcomes
A tendency to underestimate positive outcomes
A tendency to focus on negative events
A tendency to ignore all outcomes
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the brain do when imagining positive events?
Increases activity in the right half
Increases activity in the left half
Shows no change in activity
Decreases activity in both halves
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