Quiz on Introduction to Behavioural Sciences & Motivation

What is the definition of psychology?

• The study of human history

• The study of human thoughts

• The study of human and animal behaviour

• The study of human emotions

What does behaviour include?

• Only motor behaviour

• Only emotional responses

• Only vocal behaviour

• Anything a person or animal does that can be observed

Why study behaviour instead of the mind?

• Behaviour is unrelated to the mind

• The mind is not important

• Behaviour is a distraction

• Behaviour is easier to observe

Which field studies behaviour in groups?

• Economics

• Sociology

• Psychology

• Anthropology

What is motivation?

• A feeling of happiness

• A driving force resulting in persistent behaviour towards goals

• A type of behaviour

• An external reward

What is an example of a survival motive?

• Hunger

• Curiosity

• Social interaction

• Love

What does the term 'homeostasis' refer to?

• The ability to remember

• The need for social interaction

• Maintaining a steady state of equilibrium

• The process of learning

What are intrinsic motivations?

• Motivations that come from external rewards

• Motivations that are always negative

• Motivations that arise from personal enjoyment or improvement

• Motivations based on social approval

What is the highest level in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs?

• Safety and security needs

• Physiological needs

• Esteem needs

• Self-actualization needs

Which of the following is NOT a function of sleep?

• Memory consolidation

• Rest

• Recuperation

• Social interaction