Self-Concept Quiz

What is the main focus of the text by Saul McLeod?

• Self-concept

• Self-discipline

• Self-awareness

• Self-confidence

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

Part A: Which sentence best describes the central idea of the passage?

• The notions of self-image, self-esteem, and the ideal self all contribute to a person's understanding of themselves.

• By understanding the concepts of self-image, self-esteem, and ideal self, people can lead happier, more successful lives.

• Any difference between self-image and the ideal self can produce incongruence, so people should try their best to get rid of this entirely.

• Self-concept is essential for humans to understand their status in a complex society.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

Part B: Which of the following paragraphs best supports the answer to Part A?

• Paragraphs 1-2

• Paragraphs 9-10

• Paragraph 16

• Paragraphs 18-19

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

Which test involves a neutral cartoon where participants create a story?

• Harrill Self-Esteem Inventory

• Thematic Apperception Test (TAT)

• Coopersmith Self-Esteem Inventory

• Perseverance Test

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CCSS.RL.5.6

What is the perseverance effect?

• Believing bad things about oneself

• Continuing to believe good things despite contrary evidence

• Changing beliefs easily

• Ignoring positive feedback

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CCSS.RL.5.6

What is a characteristic of low self-esteem?

• Desire to be unique

• Desire to be/look like someone else

• High confidence

• Optimism

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the term for a mark of disgrace or dishonor?

• Prestige

• Congruence

• Stigma

• Honor

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which factor is NOT mentioned by Michael Argyle as influencing congruence?

• The ways in which others react to us

• Our social roles

• The development of self-esteem

• The extent to which we identify with other people

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

How does the author develop the concept of self-image throughout the text?

• By providing only a dictionary definition of self-image
  
  

• By explaining its definition and supporting it with examples and research findings
  

• By listing multiple ways people can improve their self-image
  

• By comparing self-image to intelligence and personality

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What organizational structure does the author use to explain self-concept?

• Chronological order, explaining self-concept from childhood to adulthood
  

• Cause and effect, showing how different experiences shape self-concept
  

• Categorization, breaking self-concept into three components and explaining each separately
  

• Problem and solution, describing issues with self-concept and providing ways to improve it

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5