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WorksheetsONLINE MIDTERM EXAM - Socio 102 - Multiple Choice
Total questions: 65
Worksheet time: 33mins
The study of how social environments influence human behavior is called:
Anthropology
Sociology
Psychology
Human Ecology
Human behavior is shaped by both heredity and:
Society
Family
Environment
Culture
Which of the following best defines personality?
Physical appearance
Pattern of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors
Level of intelligence
Social status
The stage in Erik Erikson’s psychosocial theory focused on adolescence.
Autonomy vs. Shame
Industry vs. Inferiority
Identity vs. Role Confusion
Intimacy vs. Isolation
The stage in adulthood where people seek meaningful relationships.
Identity vs. Role Confusion
Intimacy vs. Isolation
Generativity vs. Stagnation
Integrity vs. Despair
Erikson’s theory emphasizes the importance of:
Biological drives
Psychosocial development
Cognitive abilities
Unconscious desires
According to Freud, the rational part of personality is the:
Id
Ego
Superego
Libido
Which structure of the personality follows the “pleasure principle”?
A. Ego
B. Id
C. Superego
D. Conscious mind
Which of the following describes superego?
Seeks pleasure only
Mediates between desires and reality
Represents moral conscience
Focuses on instincts
The part of the mind that stores memories, thoughts, and urges beyond awareness.
Conscious
Subconscious
Preconscious
Unconscious
Which of the following is not part of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs?
Love and belonging
Safety and security
Creativity
Competition
The highest level of Maslow’s hierarchy is:
Esteem
Love and belonging
Self-actualization
Physiological needs
The process of achieving one’s full potential according to Maslow.
Motivation
Self-actualization
Growth mindset
Self-efficacy
Which psychologist proposed the concept of humanistic psychology?
Skinner
Freud
Maslow
Pavlov
Which of the following best defines self-concept?
How others see us
How we see ourselves
How society labels us
How we behave
The sense of personal worth or value is called:
Self-image
Self-awareness
Self-esteem
Self-actualization
Which factor strongly influences personality development?
Education
Heredity and environment
Physical health
Religion
The part of personality that develops first in childhood.
Superego
Ego
Id
Unconscious
Which of the following is a social factor affecting human behavior?
Genetics
Family and peers
Hormones
Biological instincts
Which refers to the biological and physical characteristics that define being male or female?
Gender
Sex
Sexuality
Reproduction
Which term refers to social roles, expectations, and identity associated with being male or female?
Sex
Gender
Sexual Orientation
Sexual Behavior
The emotional, romantic, or sexual attraction to others defines:
Gender
Sexual Orientation
Gender Expression
Sexual Identity
A person attracted to both men and women is:
Heterosexual
Bisexual
Homosexual
Asexual
A person who experiences no sexual attraction to others is:
Pansexual
Asexual
Bisexual
Heterosexual
A transgender person is someone who:
Identifies with their birth sex
Identifies differently from their assigned sex
Changes sexual orientation
Has no gender identity
Gender identity refers to:
A. A person’s attraction to others
B. How one expresses masculinity or femininity
Which of the following is a healthy expression of human sexuality?
Responsible intimacy
Exploitation
Coercion
Manipulation
The decision to engage in sexual behavior is influenced by:
Peers
Family
Culture
All of the above
The type of love characterized by passion and intimacy but no commitment.
Romantic love
Companionate love
Infatuation
Consummate love
The love that includes intimacy, passion, and commitment.
Consummate love
Romantic love
Companionate love
Fatuous love
According to Sternberg, love based on commitment only is called:
Empty love
Companionate love
Infatuation
Romantic love
A deep sense of caring and attachment without physical passion.
Romantic love
Companionate love
Consummate love
Fatuous love
The intense, short-lived kind of love driven mainly by attraction.
Infatuation
Companionate love
Passionate love
Empty love
The most stable type of love in long-term relationships.
Companionate love
Infatuation
Fatuous love
Empty love
The primary emotion that helps people express affection and connection.
Anger
Fear
An emotion often linked to a perceived loss or rejection.
Sadness
Joy
Anger
Surprise
The emotion that energizes the “fight or flight” response.
Anger
Fear
Surprise
Joy
The ability to understand and manage emotions effectively.
Empathy
Emotional Intelligence
Maturity
Personality
Who popularized the concept of emotional intelligence?
Daniel Goleman
Abraham Maslow
Carl Rogers
Erik Erikson
Emotional Intelligence includes:
Self-awareness
Self-regulation
Social skills
All of the above
The ability to put oneself in another person’s situation is called:
Sympathy
Empathy
Compassion
Understanding
An emotion often associated with unfair treatment or threat.
Fear
Anger
Disgust
Shame
Which emotion is often linked to personal achievement or pride?
Joy
Fear
Surprise
Anger
The emotion that can motivate a person to protect their dignity or self-worth.
Anger
Guilt
The emotion that arises when moral standards are violated.
Shame
Disgust
Guilt
Fear
Which of the following is an example of risk behavior?
Smoking
Volunteering
Reading
Exercising
A harmful activity involving excessive alcohol intake.
Responsible drinking
Binge drinking
Social drinking
Moderate drinking
Engaging in unprotected sexual activity is an example of:
Responsible behavior
Healthy intimacy
Risk behavior
Emotional control
Peer pressure often leads to:
Independence
Responsible decision-making
Risky behavior
Emotional growth
The best way to avoid risk behaviors is through:
Education and awareness
Peer influence
Isolation
Stress
The tendency of youth to imitate peers is an example of:
Social learning
Cognitive learning
Behavioral learning
Conformity
The best approach to managing emotions is:
Repression
Self-awareness and regulation
Avoidance
Suppression
Healthy relationships are built on:
Trust and communication
Passion and attraction only
A relationship with physical, emotional, or verbal harm is:
Healthy
Abusive
Supportive
Respectful
The most common cause of broken relationships.
Jealousy and mistrust
Love
Patience
Respect
The social group that has the greatest influence on adolescent behavior.
Teachers
Parents
Peers
Neighbors
57. Gender roles are learned primarily through:
A. Observation and socialization
B. Biology
C. Religion
D. Genetics
The concept of self-identity develops through:
Reflection and interaction
Genetics
Formal education
Family status
A person’s sense of belonging to a social group refers to:
Social identity
Self-concept
Personality
Ego
The foundation of positive mental health is:
Self-acceptance
Wealth
Status
Competition
A person with high self-esteem usually:
Avoids others
Believes in their abilities
Feels inferior
Lacks motivation
Which of the following contributes most to mental health?
Emotional awareness and support
Avoiding problems
The feeling of satisfaction and fulfillment in life refers to:
Self-esteem
Happiness
Well-being
Maturity
Which of the following best defines social well-being?
Having meaningful relationships and community ties
Financial success
Educational attainment
Career satisfaction
Human flourishing refers to:
Living a virtuous and meaningful life
Achieving wealth
Power and control
Fame and status
