Psychology Quiz

What is psychology the study of?

• The brain

• Human thoughts, feelings, and behavior

• Physical exercise and health

• Animals and their habitats

Which of these is an example of learning?

• Sleeping

• Watching a movie

• Reading a book and remembering new information

• Eating a meal

What does a teacher do when they "reinforce" good behavior?

• Ignore it

• Punish the student

• Reward or encourage the behavior

• Ask the student to stop

Which of these is an example of a group learning activity?

• Reading alone at home

• Watching a video alone

• Completing a puzzle together in class

• Writing an essay alone

What is it called when someone learns by copying others?

• Modeling

• Practicing

• Observing

• Listening

Which sense do people usually rely on the most for learning in school?

• Taste

• Vision

• Smell

• Touch

If a student feels confident they can solve a math problem, they are showing:

• Confidence

• Self-doubt

• Self-efficacy

• Fear

Which type of reward would a student most likely get for good behavior in class?

• A gold star or sticker

• A penalty

• Being ignored

• A homework assignment