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WorksheetsGrowth Mindset vs. Fixed Mindset Quiz
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
A person with a growth mindset believes that:
Intelligence is fixed and cannot change
Effort and learning can improve abilities
Only talented people succeed
Failing means you should stop trying
Which statement BEST shows a fixed mindset?
A. “I can get better if I keep practicing.”
B. “I’m just bad at math and nothing can change that.”
C. “Mistakes help me learn.”
D. “I can ask for help to improve.”
What does a growth mindset say about failure?
It’s proof you can’t do something
It’s an opportunity to learn and grow
It’s a sign to give up
It’s only for people who aren’t talented
A fixed mindset person might say:
A. “I can’t do this... yet.”
B. “With effort, I can improve.”
C. “I’m naturally smart, so I don’t need to try.”
D. “Hard work will pay off.”
Which action reflects a growth mindset?
Avoiding challenges to stay safe
Giving up after one failure
Seeking feedback to improve
Believing talent alone leads to success
People with a fixed mindset often:
Welcome constructive criticism
Avoid trying new things to prevent failure
See effort as the path to mastery
Believe skills can grow over time
Which phrase adds the power of “yet” to a fixed mindset?
“I can’t do this… yet.”
“I can’t do this, ever.”
“This is impossible.”
“It’s not worth trying.”
Who first popularized the concept of growth vs. fixed mindset?
Albert Einstein
Carol Dweck
Marie Curie
Thomas Edison
Which scenario shows a fixed mindset?
Maria struggles with reading but keeps practicing every night.
James quits soccer after losing one game, saying he’s “just not athletic.”
Lily studies extra hours after failing a test.
Marcus asks his teacher for tips to improve his essay.
Why is a growth mindset important for success?
It guarantees you’ll never fail
It helps you see challenges as opportunities
Which statement reflects a growth mindset about learning English?
I can’t speak English fluently, but I will keep practicing.
I will never be good at English; I’m too old.
Some people are just born with the English skill.
If I fail once, it means I’m not good at languages.
What is a common characteristic of a growth mindset person?
Fear of making mistakes
Love of challenges
Believing only talent matters
Avoiding hard work
Which mindset believes abilities are mostly unchangeable?
Growth mindset
Fixed mindset
Flexible mindset
Challenge mindset
A student says: “I’m not good at science... but I can learn more if I study harder.”
Fixed mindset
Growth mindset
No mindset
Negative mindset
What does a fixed mindset often lead to?
More resilience
Avoiding risks and challenges
Seeking learning opportunities
Trying new strategies
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of a growth mindset?
Increased motivation
Greater resilience after failure
Avoiding all mistakes forever
Willingness to learn new skills
“If I don’t understand something right away, I’m not smart.”
Growth mindset
Fixed mindset
Neutral thinking
Confident mindset
Which activity promotes a growth mindset?
Setting goals and tracking progress
Comparing yourself to others constantly
Giving up when things are hard
Avoiding feedback from teachers
When you have a growth mindset, challenges are:
Threats to your intelligence
Proof you should quit
Opportunities to grow and improve
Waste of energy
Which of the following best summarizes a fixed mindset?
A. “I can improve through practice and effort.”
B. “My abilities are set in stone and cannot change.”
C. “Feedback helps me grow.”
D. “I’m still learning and getting better.”
