The Impact of Giving on Happiness

The Impact of Giving on Happiness

Assessment

Interactive Video

Created by

Liam Anderson

Social Studies, Life Skills, Moral Science, Philosophy

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

The video discusses a study that shows a strong correlation between giving and happiness. Participants were given $20 and split into two groups: one group spent the money on themselves, while the other used it to help others. The group that helped others reported a more positive day, highlighting the happiness derived from contributing to others' well-being.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the relationship between giving and happiness as discussed in the introduction?

Happiness decreases with giving.

People who give are generally happier.

There is no correlation between giving and happiness.

Giving leads to unhappiness.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the study mentioned, what were participants asked to do with the money?

Save it for future use.

Spend it on themselves or on others.

Invest it in stocks.

Donate it to a charity.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome for participants who spent money on others?

They felt no difference in their day.

They regretted spending on others.

They reported a less positive day.

They evaluated their day more positively.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What surprising finding is highlighted in the conclusion?

Giving has no impact on happiness.

Contributing to others can be a rich source of happiness.

Happiness is only derived from personal gain.

People are happier when they receive gifts.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the conclusion, what is a positive aspect of giving?

It reduces personal wealth.

It creates a sense of obligation.

It is a positive contribution to the world.

It leads to social isolation.