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Intro of Psych

Total questions: 30

Worksheet time: 15hrs 0mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Abigail is curious about why she sometimes feels anxious in certain situations, even when there is no obvious reason. She visits a psychologist who studies how unconscious motives & conflicts determine human behavior. What approach does this psychologist use?

a)

behaviorist

b)

functionalist

c)

structuralist

d)

psychoanalyst

2.

While working on a project about influential figures in psychology, Priya is tasked with identifying the first modern psychologist who was interested in the unconscious mind. Who should she choose?

a)

Wilhelm Wundt

b)

Francis Galton

c)

Sigmund Freud

d)

Ivan Pavlov

3.

Luna is preparing a presentation about the history of psychology in the United States. She discovers that the person known as the father of psychology in the U.S. taught the first psychology class at Harvard in 1875 and created the first psychology textbook. Who is Luna most likely to mention in her presentation?

a)

Wilhelm Wundt

b)

William James

c)

Francis Gaulton

d)

Wolfgang Kohler

4.

Jackson is a teacher who notices how his students behave during class activities and examines how giving praise or assigning extra homework influences their behavior. What type of psychologist would Jackson be if he were studying this professionally?

a)

behaviorist

b)

functionalist

c)

structuralist

d)

psychoanalyst

5.

Ava is working on a project for her psychology class. She observes how different parts of the mind, like memory, perception, and sensation, each have their own specific roles. She believes that by understanding these separate parts, she can better understand how the mind works as a whole. Which early psychological perspective is Ava using?

a)

introspection

b)

structuralism

c)

functionalism

d)

empricism

6.

Jackson spends time each evening quietly reflecting on his own thoughts and emotions, trying to understand them better. What is the name of this technique?

a)

introspection

b)

structuralism

c)

functionalism

d)

empricism

7.

William is observing how people in his community solve everyday problems and adapt to their environment to survive, without focusing on the specific "parts" of their minds. Which early perspective is William using?

a)

introspection

b)

structuralism

c)

functionalism

d)

empiricism

8.

Harper notices that her friends often react differently to the same situation. Curious about what influences these differences in thinking, feeling, and acting, she decides to pursue the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. What field is Harper studying?

a)

psychology

b)

biology

c)

morality

d)

behavior

9.

During a history class, Daniel and Aiden are preparing for a quiz. Daniel asks Aiden, "Do you remember which civilization is credited with the earliest history of psychology, especially with thinkers like Aristotle and Socrates?" Aiden thinks for a moment before answering.

a)

Greeks

b)

Romans

c)

English

d)

Americans

10.

Sophia notices that every time she rings a bell before feeding her dog, the dog starts to salivate at the sound of the bell alone, even when there is no food present. This scenario demonstrates the discovery of classical conditioning, which psychologist proposed that behaviors could be learned via conditioned associations?

a)

Abraham Maslow

b)

Ivan Pavlov

c)

Jean Piaget

d)

Sigmund Freud

11.

Grace is preparing for a debate competition, and her coach asks her, "What was Socrates' famous motto that you should remember for your argument?" Which of the following best represents his motto?

a)

the mind and body are connected

b)

Motivate by pleasure to avoid pain

c)

we are social creatures

d)

to Know thyself

12.

Liam notices that he often chooses to do things that make him feel good and avoids activities that cause discomfort. According to Aristotle, what motivates Liam's behavior?

a)

people are motivated by pleasure to avoid pain

b)

our minds and body were connected

c)

our mind and body were seperate

d)

everything we did served the purpose of survival

13.

Kai notices that when he completes his homework on time, he gets extra playtime, and when he forgets, he loses screen time. Which behaviorist would say Kai's actions are due to reinforcements/consequences?

a)

Freud

b)

BF Skinner

c)

Maslow

d)

Aristotle

14.

Liam notices that both he and his father are talented musicians, and he wonders if this ability was inherited. He is curious about which psychologist believed that traits of behavior were passed down through heredity. Who is he thinking of?

a)

BF Skinner

b)

Aristotle

c)

Maslow & Rogers

d)

Sir Francis Galton

15.

Arjun is conducting a study where he only records and analyzes actions that he can directly see, such as how often students raise their hands in class. Which perspective is Arjun using?

a)

cognitive

b)

humanistic

c)

biological

d)

behavioral

16.

Aria has been having recurring dreams and often reacts to situations in ways she can't explain. Her therapist suggests that these behaviors might be influenced by thoughts and feelings she is not consciously aware of. Of the following schools of thought, which emphasizes the importance of unconscious processes?

a)

humanistic

b)

cognitive

c)

psychoanalytic

d)

behavioral

17.

Mia is walking through a busy city street and observes how her mind automatically organizes the various sights—cars, people, and buildings—into recognizable patterns and whole figures, despite the chaos. Which early perspective in psychology focuses on perception and sensation, particularly the perception of patterns and whole figures?

a)

Gestalt Psychology

b)

subliminal messages

c)

motion parallax

d)

constancy

18.

Which of the following scenarios best matches classical conditioning?

a)

Bob studied for his math test for two hours and only got a C, so he decided to study more for the next test.

b)

Bob skipped class last week and had to stay after for detention. He decided not to skip classes anymore.

c)

Bob ate a cheeseburger and felt sick afterwards, so every time he smells McDonalds he feels nauseous.

d)

Bob has always been afraid of dogs because they might bite, so he has a pet fish instead.

19.

Arjun trains his dog to sit by giving it a treat every time it follows the command. Which perspective studies learning and how rewards and punishments influence how humans and animals act (observable responses)?

a)

Cognitive

b)

Behaviorism

c)

Humanism

d)

Evolutionary

20.

At a university seminar, a professor asks the class, "Who is known as the 'Father of Psychology?'"

a)

Sigmund Freud

b)

Wilhelm Wundt

c)

William James

d)

John Locke

21.

Anika is hired by a professional basketball team to work closely with both the players and coaches. Her main responsibilities include helping athletes enhance their focus during games, develop mental strategies for competition, and refine their skills for peak performance. What type of psychologist is Anika?

a)

industrial/organizational psychologist

b)

sports psychologist

c)

school psychologist

d)

human factors psychololgist

22.

Nora works at a local school where she regularly meets with students and their families to discuss academic challenges and provide support for special educational needs. Based on her responsibilities, what is Nora's likely career in psychology?

a)

industrial/organizational psychologist

b)

sports psychologist

c)

school psychologist

d)

human factors psychologist

23.

Dr. Smith is interested in understanding a rare psychological condition. She decides to investigate Hannah, who has this condition, in great depth to learn more about its unique features. What research approach is Dr. Smith using?

a)

survey

b)

experiment

c)

case study

d)

correlation

24.

Olivia is curious about how psychologists study consciousness and dream analysis in real-life situations. She wants to know which psychologist(s) she should research to understand these topics better. Who should Olivia focus on?

a)

Professor Benson and Psychologist Wade

b)

B.F. Skinner

c)

Sigmund Freud

d)

Psychologist Mamie Clark

25.

Henry notices that his friends react differently when they are stressed about exams. He wonders how psychologists explain these differences in behavior. What are psychological perspectives?

a)

ways to explain behavior

b)

research methods to test hypotheses

c)

past historical movements that really don't have any relevance today

d)

things psychologists disregard

26.

Luna is working on a project where she observes how people remember directions, solve escape room puzzles, and make choices in a game. Which psychological perspective would best help her study these mental processes such as thinking, memory, and problem-solving?

a)

psychoanalytic

b)

humanistic

c)

cognitive

d)

behavioral

27.

Aria is preparing a presentation for her university psychology club. She wants to highlight a major milestone in the history of psychology: the establishment of the first psychology laboratory in Leipzig, Germany in 1879. Who is credited with this achievement?

a)

Ivan Pavlov

b)

Wilhelm Wundt

c)

Sigmund Freud

d)

William James

28.

Priya is a school counselor who encourages her students to believe in themselves, make their own choices, and strive to achieve their personal goals. Which of the following best describes the perspective Priya uses in her work?

a)

Focuses on unconscious motives and conflicts

b)

Stresses individual potential and self-actualization

c)

Studies the influence of heredity on behavior

d)

Emphasizes observable behaviors and reinforcement

29.

Hannah is studying how to understand the mind by analyzing and breaking down thoughts and sensations into their most basic elements. Which early school of thought in psychology is she using?

a)

Gestalt Psychology

b)

Structuralism

c)

Behaviorism

d)

Functionalism

30.

Dr. Patel is researching how children develop language skills as they grow. Which famous psychologist is most closely associated with the study of cognitive development in children?

a)

Wilhelm Wundt

b)

Jean Piaget

c)

B.F. Skinner

d)

Sigmund Freud