CT: Concepts Review #1

Which of the following best describes a proactive person?

• Someone who waits for things to happen before responding

• Someone who takes control and acts in advance to address potential problems

• Someone who blames others for their circumstances

• Someone who avoids making decisions

What does it mean to be reactive?

• To anticipate and prevent problems

• To respond to events after they occur, often emotionally

• To take responsibility for your actions

• To set goals and work towards them

Samuel notices that the office kitchen is messy after lunch. Without being asked, he decides to clean it up. Which term best describes Samuel's willingness to take the first step or action without being told?

• Responsibility

• Mindset

• Initiative

• Proactive

What is the main idea behind Habit 1: Be Proactive?

• Letting circumstances dictate your actions

• Taking responsibility for your life and actions

• Waiting for others to make decisions

• Focusing on things you cannot control

Which of the following best defines responsibility?

• Blaming others for your problems

• The ability to respond and be accountable for your actions

• Ignoring your duties

• Acting only when forced

What is a mindset?

• A physical object

• A fixed way of thinking or set of beliefs

• A type of habit

• A type of influence

After receiving a bad grade on a test, which of the following actions shows that Daniel is being proactive?

• Complaining about a bad grade

• Studying harder after receiving a bad grade

• Ignoring your homework

• Blaming the teacher for your performance

The Circle of Influence includes:

• Things you have no control over

• Things you can do something about

• The weather

• Other people's actions

The Circle of Concern includes:

• Only your personal goals

• Things you care about but may not be able to control

• Only your family

• Only your schoolwork

Liam and Isla are working on a group project. Liam takes initiative, focuses on solutions, and accepts responsibility for his tasks. Isla, however, often blames others when things go wrong. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a proactive person?

• Takes initiative

• Blames others

• Focuses on solutions

• Accepts responsibility