Trait Theory

Trait theories can predict

• your average behavior.

• how you will behave in all situations.

A __________ is a relatively stable personality tendency that guides one’s thoughts and actions across various conditions.

• trait

• cluster

• dimension

• behavioral constant

__________ theorists have determined five major characteristics of personality.

• Trait

• Cognitive

• Humanistic

• Psychodynamic

According to trait theories of personality, _____.

• all people either have or do not have a particular trait

• we all have the same traits

• an individual can have more or less of a particular trait

• traits are not stable

Trait theories are primarily concerned with

• A) identifying and measuring individual personality characteristics.

• B) understanding the unconscious mind.

• C) exploring the impact of environment on behavior.

• D) analyzing the role of childhood experiences.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of trait theory?

• A) Traits are consistent over time.

• B) Traits are unique to each individual.

• C) Traits can predict behavior.

• D) Traits are influenced by the unconscious mind.

The Big Five personality traits include all of the following EXCEPT

• A) Openness

• B) Conscientiousness

• C) Intelligence

• D) Agreeableness

Who is considered a pioneer in the development of trait theory?

• A) Sigmund Freud

• B) Carl Rogers

• C) Gordon Allport

• D) B.F. Skinner

Trait theory suggests that personality traits are

• A) learned through experience.

• B) inherited and biologically based.

• C) shaped by cultural influences.

• D) determined by social interactions.

Which of the following best describes a 'cardinal trait'?

• A) A trait that is present in all individuals.

• B) A trait that dominates and shapes a person's behavior.

• C) A trait that is only present in certain situations.

• D) A trait that is shared by a group of people.