Intro to personality unit-1

What does the term 'personality' primarily refer to?

• A person's physical appearance

• A set of traits and patterns of thought, behavior, and feelings

• The social group an individual belongs to

• The environment in which a person lives

According to Allport, how is personality defined?

• The dynamic organization of psycho-physical systems

• The sum total of behavior traits

• A unique adjustment to social norms

• A stable organization of character and intellect

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of personality?

• Unique to each individual

• Influenced by social interactions

• Dynamic orientation to the environment

• Permanent and unchangeable

What is temperament primarily associated with?

• Moral and ethical behavior

• Biologically based innate predispositions

• Learned behaviors from social interactions

• Cognitive abilities and skills

Which factor is NOT considered a biological factor affecting personality?

• Genetics and heredity

• Brain structure and neurotransmitters

• Family upbringing

• Endocrine glands

What type of conflict arises when a person must choose between two equally attractive goals?

• Avoidance-Avoidance Conflict

• Frustration Conflict

• Approach-Avoidance Conflict

• Approach-Approach Conflict

Which of the following is a psychological factor affecting personality?

• Genetic predispositions

• Cognitive appraisal

• Cultural influences

• Physical health

How does family influence personality development?

• Through communication and discipline

• By providing genetic traits

• By determining social class

• By influencing educational opportunities

What is the primary purpose of personality assessment?

• To measure intelligence

• To diagnose physical health issues

• To systematically elicit information about a person's traits

• To evaluate academic performance

Which method is NOT used to assess personality?

• Observation

• Interviews

• Physical examinations

• Questionnaires