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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT 1ST QUARTER EXAMINATION

Total questions: 61

Worksheet time: 1hrs 1mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Self-development is _____

a)

Believing you are good

b)

Knowing God’s existence

c)

A process of discovering oneself

d)

The effort to be known in the community

2.

Which statement is TRUE about self-concept?

a)

A. It is something we are born with.

b)

B. It is fixed and never changes.

c)

C. It is created instantly through one experience.

d)

D. It is learned, organized, and dynamic.

3.

Who is the author of the saying, “Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom”?

a)

A. Plato

b)

B. Lao Tzu

c)

C. Aristotle

d)

D. Confucius

4.

Which ancient encyclopedia of Greek knowledge interprets the concept of “Know Thyself” in various ways?

a)

The Republic

b)

The Suda

c)

The Symposium

d)

The Apology

5.

According to Freud, the ego operates based on the principle of ____.

a)

Dream

b)

Reality

c)

Fantasy

d)

Illusion

6.

“I believe I can do well in my exams if I study hard.” This statement reflects…

a)

Self-esteem

b)

Self-efficacy

c)

Self-confidence

d)

Self-discipline

7.

What term refers to the union of body, thoughts, feelings or emotions, and sensations that make up a person’s individuality and identity?

a)

Self

b)

Ego

c)

Personality

d)

Self-concept

8.

What term refers to one’s general idea about oneself, particularly regarding unique personality, values, point of view, and behavior?

a)

Self-Image

b)

Identity

c)

Self-Concept

d)

Self-Awareness

9.

Which of the following refers to the person you want to become, shaped by your goals, dreams, and past experiences?

a)

True Self

b)

Actual Self

c)

Ideal Self

d)

Social Self

10.

Which of the following best describes self-esteem?

a)

Your belief in your ability to succeed in various areas of life

b)

Your evaluation of your own worth, whether positive or negative

c)

The goals you set for yourself in the future

d)

The way others see and value you

11.

Who proposed the eight stages of psychosocial development?

a)

Sigmund Freud

b)

Jean Piaget

c)

Erik Erikson

d)

B.F. Skinner

12.

In Erikson’s theory, what is the main task during adolescence?

a)

Developing trust in relationships

b)

Gaining independence from parents

c)

Developing a clear personal identity

d)

Building academic excellence

13.

You notice your younger cousin struggles to share toys and trust others. Based on Erikson’s stages, which stage is he likely experiencing?

a)

A. Initiative vs. Guilt

b)

B. Trust vs. Mistrust

c)

C. Industry vs. Inferiority

d)

D. Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt

14.

Which of the following best shows the difference between environmental and genetic factors in personality development?

a)

Thoughts are genetic; emotions are environmental

b)

Appearance is inherited; culture shapes behavior

c)

Culture is inherited; feelings are internal

d)

Social skills are genetic; height is environmental

15.

How does Theory of Mind support personality development during adolescence?

a)

It teaches adolescents to be more intelligent

b)

It encourages competition among peers

c)

It enables empathy and deeper social understanding

16.

A student begins to isolate themselves, questioning who they really are. What might be the result if the stage 'Identity vs. Role Confusion' is not resolved successfully?

a)

They become more mature

b)

They build strong relationships

c)

They experience confusion and instability

d)

They move to the next stage with ease

17.

Why is it important for adolescents to understand the perspectives of others?

a)

To develop better study habits

b)

To form emotional detachment

c)

To build stronger relationships and avoid conflict

d)

To appear more intelligent

18.

If you were to design a school program that supports developing the whole person, which of the following components would you include?

a)

Strict academic grading only

b)

Activities focused on personal reflection and social interaction

c)

Extended silent study periods

d)

Physical training without emotional support

19.

Which statement best describes the interaction between genetics and environment in shaping personality?

a)

Genetics fully determine personality

b)

Environment changes our genes

c)

Both genetics and environment influence personality

d)

Personality is entirely a product of education

20.

You observe that a classmate is easily upset when others disagree with their opinion. How can you apply cognitive empathy in this situation?

a)

Ignore them to avoid conflict

b)

Criticize their thinking

c)

Try to understand their point of view and respond calmly

d)

Ask others to stop talking to them

21.

At what developmental stage is a person expected to begin preparing for adult roles such as employment or higher education?

a)

Early childhood

b)

Middle childhood

c)

Middle adolescence

d)

Late adolescence

22.

A student sees that their peers are already planning for college, but they haven’t started. What is a healthy response to this observation?

a)

Feel ashamed and avoid thinking about it

b)

Assume they are a failure

c)

Reflect on their own readiness and begin making plans

23.

Which of the following is an example of being a responsible adolescent?

a)

Waiting for parents to make all decisions

b)

Managing time wisely between school and personal activities

c)

Ignoring responsibilities at home

d)

Avoiding challenges and taking the easy way out

24.

What is a good step an adolescent can take to prepare for adult life?

a)

Wait for opportunities to come without taking action

b)

Learn basic life skills like budgeting and doing household chores

c)

Avoid planning and just enjoy the present

d)

Depend on others to solve problems

25.

How can facing academic pressure help an adolescent grow?

a)

It makes them feel overwhelmed and give up easily

b)

It encourages them to compare themselves to others constantly

c)

It helps them develop time management and problem-solving skills

d)

It leads them to avoid taking risks in the future

26.

A student feels stressed because their teacher expects too much. What is the best way to handle the situation?

a)

Complain to classmates without doing anything

b)

Avoid the teacher to lessen the pressure

c)

Evaluate the situation and discuss workload concerns respectfully with the teacher

d)

Ignore assignments to send a message

27.

Which of the following is the BEST self-made affirmation for building self-worth?

a)

I must be perfect to be accepted.

b)

I am doing my best, and I am proud of my growth.

c)

I will only love myself if others do.

d)

I'll never be good enough no matter what I do.

28.

An adolescent wants to feel more lovable. Which self-created affirmation could help achieve that?

a)

I don’t deserve love unless I succeed.

b)

I am worthy of love just as I am.

c)

I need to impress everyone to feel valued.

d)

People only love me when I’m useful.

29.

______ is about how we think, feel, and handle life’s ups and downs.

a)

Stress

b)

Hormones

c)

Response

d)

Mental health

30.

It is something that causes a state of strain or tension.

a)

Stress

b)

Hormones

c)

Stress hormones

d)

Mental health

31.

When a person is experiencing stress, takes a step back to look at the situation that is causing the stress and reflect on it.

a)

Stress as result

b)

Stress as stimulus

c)

Stress as response

d)

Stress as relational

32.

Which of the situations below does NOT demonstrate the proper way in coping with stress?

a)

Leo does biking exercise for at least 30 minutes every day.

b)

Joel takes a nap whenever he feels tired.

c)

Bing drinks alcohol when she has a problem.

d)

Liza listens to music whenever she is struggling

33.

It is the holistic view of our self and our health.

a)

Stressors

b)

Well-being

c)

Mental illness

d)

Emotion

34.

Why do we need to have stress management skills?

a)

To become a better person

b)

To be a good example to others

c)

To have a healthy living

d)

All of the above

35.

External events or situations that cause pressure or demand on a person. These events are called stressors, and they are seen as the cause of stress.

a)

Stress as result

b)

Stress as response

c)

Stress as stimulus

d)

Stress as relational

36.

Which of the following is more helpful in coping with stress?

a)

Relaxing exercise

b)

Drinking more coffee

c)

Taking illegal drugs

d)

Skipping meal

37.

How do we cope with stress in our daily life?

a)

By making a simple and attainable schedule

b)

By exercising mañana habit

c)

By keeping records of the mistakes of others

d)

By just thinking about yourselves

38.

What useful tip in improving your mental focus involves learning how to meditate?

a)

Build your mental focus

b)

Take a short break

c)

Practice mindfulness

d)

Limit your focus

39.

What useful tip improves your focus that allows you to visually structure your ideas?

a)

Mind mapping

b)

Take a short break

c)

Limit your focus

d)

Practice mindfulness

40.

You requested your siblings to leave you alone in your room to finish your assignment. What useful tip on improving focus did you apply?

a)

Limit focus

b)

Eliminate distractions

c)

Practice mindfulness

d)

Take a short break

41.

When a person smokes more than two packs of cigarettes a day, what disease could he get in his later life?

a)

Pneumonia

b)

Dementia

c)

Cancer

d)

Amnesia

42.

Which of the following is the largest part of the brain that regulates senses, memory, emotions, intellectual activities, and body movement?

a)

Cerebellum

b)

Hindbrain

c)

Cerebrum

d)

Midbrain

43.

Which of the following covers the cerebrum and regulates the processing of information?

a)

Cerebral Cortex

b)

Cerebellum

c)

Cerebrum

d)

Brainstem

44.

Which of the following is within the forebrain that regulates various types of emotions?

a)

Cerebral Cortex

b)

Hypothalamus

c)

Limbic System

d)

Thalamus

45.

Which of the following is located in the hindbrain that regulates balance, postures, and coordinates movement?

a)

Limbic System

b)

Cerebellum

c)

Cerebrum

d)

Brainstem

46.

What useful tip for improving your mental focus gives your full attention to one thing?

a)

Building mental focus

b)

Eliminating distractions

c)

Taking short break

d)

Limiting focus

47.

According to research, what kind of music would help you improve your brain functions?

a)

Pop music

b)

Classical music

c)

Opera music

d)

Reggae music

48.

Stell noticed that his friend suddenly became quiet and withdrawn. What sign of a mental health problem might this be?

a)

Academic motivation

b)

Withdrawal from others

c)

Improved concentration

d)

Increased self-esteem

49.

Felip Jhon feels constant pressure from school and social media. What factor is most affecting his mental health?

a)

Biological

b)

Environmental

c)

Spiritual

d)

Social

50.

What is the World Health Organization’s definition of mental health?

a)

Being stress-free at all times

b)

The ability to be happy every day

c)

A state of well-being where a person realizes abilities and copes with life

d)

Absence of mental illness

51.

Which self-care routine is least effective in improving mental well-being?

a)

Mindfulness

b)

Skipping meals and sleep

c)

Physical activity

d)

Healthy communication

52.

Why is positive self-esteem important during adolescence?

a)

It helps ignore responsibilities

b)

It causes overconfidence

c)

It contributes to emotional stability

d)

It encourages isolation

53.

What is defined as the capacity to be aware of, control, and express one's emotions, and to handle interpersonal relationships judiciously and empathetically?

a)

Mental health

b)

Emotional suppression

c)

Emotional intelligence

d)

Cognitive empathy

54.

Which part of the brain serves as the center of emotional processing and is responsible for perceiving emotions such as anger, fear, and sadness, as well as controlling aggression?

a)

amygdala

b)

thalamus

c)

hypothalamus

d)

hippocampus

55.

People who are successful with this element of EI knows what one is feeling at any given time and understands the impact those moods have on others.

a)

self-regulation

b)

self-awareness

c)

self-centered

d)

self confidence

56.

Emotional Intelligence was popularized by __________ in his 1995 book: Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ.

a)

John Mayer

b)

Peter Salovey

c)

Daniel Goleman

d)

Robert Plutchik

57.

57. You have received a special gift from your father on the day of your birthday.

a)

You received a special gift from your father on your birthday.

b)

You gave a special gift to your father on his birthday.

c)

You received a special gift from your friend on your birthday.

d)

You received a special gift from your father on New Year's Day.

58.

When you received his gift, you said that you were very happy and content with what you received from him. What emotion were you feeling at that moment?

a)

disappointment

b)

sadness

c)

jealousy

d)

satisfaction

59.

It is an unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous.

a)

Anger

b)

Anxiety

c)

Fear

d)

Grief

60.

Which of the following statement is one way of identifying the emotions?

a)

Be aware of your feeling

b)

Blame yourself

c)

Hide your feeling

d)

Ignore your feeling

61.

The following people will help resolve your problem in dealing with difficult emotions EXCEPT ____.

a)

Guidance Counselor

b)

Parents

c)

Therapist

d)

Untrusted friend