GP20, Theme 1 Exam Review

In a classroom discussion, Samuel asked, "What is the primary focus of psychology?"

• The study of physical health

• The study of consciousness and behaviour

• The study of historical events

• The study of mathematical theories

In a psychology class, Samuel and Benjamin were discussing the foundations of the psychodynamic approach. Who are the two main figures they would most likely talk about?

• Watson and Skinner

• Freud and Jung

• Maslow and Rogers

• Pavlov and Bandura

According to Freud, which part of the mind is responsible for moral standards?

• Id

• Ego

• Superego

• Conscious

In a psychology class, Benjamin was asked about the term for Jung's concept of shared, universal memories and ideas. What should he answer?

• Personal unconscious

• Collective unconscious

• Ego

• Id

Which of the following is a key concept in behaviourism?

• Dream interpretation

• Classical conditioning

• Self-actualisation

• Collective unconscious

What is the main difference between classical and operant conditioning?

• Classical conditioning involves rewards, operant conditioning does not

• Operant conditioning involves rewards and punishment, classical conditioning involves involuntary responses

• Classical conditioning is based on punishment, operant conditioning is not

• Operant conditioning is only used in animals, classical conditioning is used in humans

William is working hard to achieve his full potential in his career. Which level of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs is he focusing on?

• Safety needs

• Love and belonging

• Esteem needs

• Self-actualisation

In a psychology class, Eesha was asked about Carl Rogers' contribution to the field. What is Carl Rogers known for?

• Developing the theory of classical conditioning

• Creating the concept of the collective unconscious

• Introducing client-centred therapy

• Formulating the activation-synthesis hypothesis

During a sleep study, Olivia experienced vivid dreams. Which stage of sleep was she likely in?

• N1

• N2

• N3

• REM

What is the purpose of dream-work according to Freud?

• To enhance memory retention

• To disguise the true meaning of dreams

• To improve physical health

• To increase creativity