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ONLINE MIDTERM EXAM - Socio 102 - Multiple Choice

Total questions: 65

Worksheet time: 33mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

The study of how social environments influence human behavior is called:

a)

Anthropology

b)

Sociology

c)

Psychology

d)

Human Ecology

2.

Human behavior is shaped by both heredity and:

a)

Society

b)

Family

c)

Environment

d)

Culture

3.

Which of the following best defines personality?

a)

Physical appearance

b)

Pattern of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors

c)

Level of intelligence

d)

Social status

4.

The stage in Erik Erikson’s psychosocial theory focused on adolescence.

a)

Autonomy vs. Shame

b)

Industry vs. Inferiority

c)

Identity vs. Role Confusion

d)

Intimacy vs. Isolation

5.

The stage in adulthood where people seek meaningful relationships.

a)

Identity vs. Role Confusion

b)

Intimacy vs. Isolation

c)

Generativity vs. Stagnation

d)

Integrity vs. Despair

6.

Erikson’s theory emphasizes the importance of:

a)

Biological drives

b)

Psychosocial development

c)

Cognitive abilities

d)

Unconscious desires

7.

According to Freud, the rational part of personality is the:

a)

Id

b)

Ego

c)

Superego

d)

Libido

8.

Which structure of the personality follows the “pleasure principle”?

a)

A. Ego

b)

B. Id

c)

C. Superego

d)

D. Conscious mind

9.

Which of the following describes superego?

a)

Seeks pleasure only

b)

Mediates between desires and reality

c)

Represents moral conscience

d)

Focuses on instincts

10.

The part of the mind that stores memories, thoughts, and urges beyond awareness.

a)

Conscious

b)

Subconscious

c)

Preconscious

d)

Unconscious

11.

Which of the following is not part of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs?

a)

Love and belonging

b)

Safety and security

c)

Creativity

d)

Competition

12.

The highest level of Maslow’s hierarchy is:

a)

Esteem

b)

Love and belonging

c)

Self-actualization

d)

Physiological needs

13.

The process of achieving one’s full potential according to Maslow.

a)

Motivation

b)

Self-actualization

c)

Growth mindset

d)

Self-efficacy

14.

Which psychologist proposed the concept of humanistic psychology?

a)

Skinner

b)

Freud

c)

Maslow

d)

Pavlov

15.

Which of the following best defines self-concept?

a)

How others see us

b)

How we see ourselves

c)

How society labels us

d)

How we behave

16.

The sense of personal worth or value is called:

a)

Self-image

b)

Self-awareness

c)

Self-esteem

d)

Self-actualization

17.

Which factor strongly influences personality development?

a)

Education

b)

Heredity and environment

c)

Physical health

d)

Religion

18.

The part of personality that develops first in childhood.

a)

Superego

b)

Ego

c)

Id

d)

Unconscious

19.

Which of the following is a social factor affecting human behavior?

a)

Genetics

b)

Family and peers

c)

Hormones

d)

Biological instincts

20.

Which refers to the biological and physical characteristics that define being male or female?

a)

Gender

b)

Sex

c)

Sexuality

d)

Reproduction

21.

Which term refers to social roles, expectations, and identity associated with being male or female?

a)

Sex

b)

Gender

c)

Sexual Orientation

d)

Sexual Behavior

22.

The emotional, romantic, or sexual attraction to others defines:

a)

Gender

b)

Sexual Orientation

c)

Gender Expression

d)

Sexual Identity

23.

A person attracted to both men and women is:

a)

Heterosexual

b)

Bisexual

c)

Homosexual

d)

Asexual

24.

A person who experiences no sexual attraction to others is:

a)

Pansexual

b)

Asexual

c)

Bisexual

d)

Heterosexual

25.

A transgender person is someone who:

a)

Identifies with their birth sex

b)

Identifies differently from their assigned sex

c)

Changes sexual orientation

d)

Has no gender identity

26.

Gender identity refers to:

a)

A. A person’s attraction to others

b)

B. How one expresses masculinity or femininity

27.

Which of the following is a healthy expression of human sexuality?

a)

Responsible intimacy

b)

Exploitation

c)

Coercion

d)

Manipulation

28.

The decision to engage in sexual behavior is influenced by:

a)

Peers

b)

Family

c)

Culture

d)

All of the above

29.

The type of love characterized by passion and intimacy but no commitment.

a)

Romantic love

b)

Companionate love

c)

Infatuation

d)

Consummate love

30.

The love that includes intimacy, passion, and commitment.

a)

Consummate love

b)

Romantic love

c)

Companionate love

d)

Fatuous love

31.

According to Sternberg, love based on commitment only is called:

a)

Empty love

b)

Companionate love

c)

Infatuation

d)

Romantic love

32.

A deep sense of caring and attachment without physical passion.

a)

Romantic love

b)

Companionate love

c)

Consummate love

d)

Fatuous love

33.

The intense, short-lived kind of love driven mainly by attraction.

a)

Infatuation

b)

Companionate love

c)

Passionate love

d)

Empty love

34.

The most stable type of love in long-term relationships.

a)

Companionate love

b)

Infatuation

c)

Fatuous love

d)

Empty love

35.

The primary emotion that helps people express affection and connection.

a)

Anger

b)

Fear

36.

An emotion often linked to a perceived loss or rejection.

a)

Sadness

b)

Joy

c)

Anger

d)

Surprise

37.

The emotion that energizes the “fight or flight” response.

a)

Anger

b)

Fear

c)

Surprise

d)

Joy

38.

The ability to understand and manage emotions effectively.

a)

Empathy

b)

Emotional Intelligence

c)

Maturity

d)

Personality

39.

Who popularized the concept of emotional intelligence?

a)

Daniel Goleman

b)

Abraham Maslow

c)

Carl Rogers

d)

Erik Erikson

40.

Emotional Intelligence includes:

a)

Self-awareness

b)

Self-regulation

c)

Social skills

d)

All of the above

41.

The ability to put oneself in another person’s situation is called:

a)

Sympathy

b)

Empathy

c)

Compassion

d)

Understanding

42.

An emotion often associated with unfair treatment or threat.

a)

Fear

b)

Anger

c)

Disgust

d)

Shame

43.

Which emotion is often linked to personal achievement or pride?

a)

Joy

b)

Fear

c)

Surprise

d)

Anger

44.

The emotion that can motivate a person to protect their dignity or self-worth.

a)

Anger

b)

Guilt

45.

The emotion that arises when moral standards are violated.

a)

Shame

b)

Disgust

c)

Guilt

d)

Fear

46.

Which of the following is an example of risk behavior?

a)

Smoking

b)

Volunteering

c)

Reading

d)

Exercising

47.

A harmful activity involving excessive alcohol intake.

a)

Responsible drinking

b)

Binge drinking

c)

Social drinking

d)

Moderate drinking

48.

Engaging in unprotected sexual activity is an example of:

a)

Responsible behavior

b)

Healthy intimacy

c)

Risk behavior

d)

Emotional control

49.

Peer pressure often leads to:

a)

Independence

b)

Responsible decision-making

c)

Risky behavior

d)

Emotional growth

50.

The best way to avoid risk behaviors is through:

a)

Education and awareness

b)

Peer influence

c)

Isolation

d)

Stress

51.

The tendency of youth to imitate peers is an example of:

a)

Social learning

b)

Cognitive learning

c)

Behavioral learning

d)

Conformity

52.

The best approach to managing emotions is:

a)

Repression

b)

Self-awareness and regulation

c)

Avoidance

d)

Suppression

53.

Healthy relationships are built on:

a)

Trust and communication

b)

Passion and attraction only

54.

A relationship with physical, emotional, or verbal harm is:

a)

Healthy

b)

Abusive

c)

Supportive

d)

Respectful

55.

The most common cause of broken relationships.

a)

Jealousy and mistrust

b)

Love

c)

Patience

d)

Respect

56.

The social group that has the greatest influence on adolescent behavior.

a)

Teachers

b)

Parents

c)

Peers

d)

Neighbors

57.

57. Gender roles are learned primarily through:

a)

A. Observation and socialization

b)

B. Biology

c)

C. Religion

d)

D. Genetics

58.

The concept of self-identity develops through:

a)

Reflection and interaction

b)

Genetics

c)

Formal education

d)

Family status

59.

A person’s sense of belonging to a social group refers to:

a)

Social identity

b)

Self-concept

c)

Personality

d)

Ego

60.

The foundation of positive mental health is:

a)

Self-acceptance

b)

Wealth

c)

Status

d)

Competition

61.

A person with high self-esteem usually:

a)

Avoids others

b)

Believes in their abilities

c)

Feels inferior

d)

Lacks motivation

62.

Which of the following contributes most to mental health?

a)

Emotional awareness and support

b)

Avoiding problems

63.

The feeling of satisfaction and fulfillment in life refers to:

a)

Self-esteem

b)

Happiness

c)

Well-being

d)

Maturity

64.

Which of the following best defines social well-being?

a)

Having meaningful relationships and community ties

b)

Financial success

c)

Educational attainment

d)

Career satisfaction

65.

Human flourishing refers to:

a)

Living a virtuous and meaningful life

b)

Achieving wealth

c)

Power and control

d)

Fame and status