Reading Comprehension: What Is the Halo Effect?

According to the passage, what is the "Halo Effect"?

• A type of light
• A cognitive bias
• A physical appearance
• A scientific experiment

What is the "Reverse Halo Effect" mentioned in the passage?

• A type of light
• A positive judgment
• A negative judgment
• A scientific experiment

Who first coined the term "Halo Effect"?

• A soldier
• A teacher
• A psychologist
• A celebrity

According to the passage, what is the impact of the Halo Effect in the workplace?

• It leads to better performance appraisals.
• It doesn't affect performance reviews.
• It can lead to biased ratings
• It only affects income.

The "Halo Effect" is a type of cognitive ____________.

Answer explanation

In this context, "bias" refers to a systematic pattern of deviation from norm or rationality in judgment, often influenced by subjective factors.

Edward Thorndike first coined the term in a 1920 ____________.

Answer explanation

In this context, a "paper" refers to a written document, often an academic article or essay, that presents information or research findings on a specific topic.

According to the passage, the "Reverse Halo Effect" happens when we judge someone negatively based on ____________.

Answer explanation

The "Reverse Halo Effect" is the opposite of the "Halo Effect." It refers to forming a negative overall impression of someone based on one negative trait or characteristic.

True or False: The "Halo Effect" only relates to physical appearance.

• True
• False

Answer explanation

The passage mentions that the "Halo Effect" isn't just about physical appearance; it can also encompass other traits and characteristics.

True or False: The "Halo Effect" affects how we perceive people in the workplace.

• True
• False

Answer explanation

The passage discusses the impact of the "Halo Effect" in various real-world settings, including education and the workplace, indicating that it affects how we perceive people in these contexts.

Explain in your own words what the "Halo Effect" is and how it influences our judgments.