Self-Concept Quiz

What is self-concept?

• Overall idea of who a person thinks he or she is

• Overall idea of who a person should be

• Overall idea of who a person wants to be

• Overall idea of who others think a person is

How is self-concept influenced by context?

• It is only influenced by group membership

• It remains constant in all situations

• It changes depending on the situation

• It is only influenced by personal characteristics

What is the looking glass self concept?

• Forming our self-concept based on our own perceptions

• Forming our self-concept based on our achievements

• Forming our self-concept based on how we believe other people see us

• Seeing ourselves reflected in a mirror

What is the social comparison theory based on?

• Superiority/inferiority and similarity/difference

• Physical appearance and intelligence

• Popularity and wealth

• Age and gender

How does social comparison affect self-concept?

• It has no effect on self-concept

• It can have positive or negative consequences

• It only leads to positive thoughts

• It always leads to negative thoughts

What is the purpose of social comparison in the education system?

• To make students feel inferior

• To motivate students to improve their performance

• To discourage students from comparing themselves to others

• To create competition among students

How can negative thoughts about self-concept lead to negative behaviors?

• By promoting self-improvement

• By boosting self-esteem

• By maintaining internal consistency

• By encouraging positive actions

What do cycles of thinking and acting relate to?

• Self-confidence and self-respect

• Self-awareness and self-control

• Self-acceptance and self-compassion

• Self-esteem and self-efficacy

What is the purpose of reference groups in social comparison?

• To discourage individuality

• To make everyone feel the same

• To provide a basis for evaluating oneself

• To create divisions among people

How does self-concept develop through interactions with others?

• It is solely based on personal beliefs

• It is formed based on others' reactions and feedback

• It is not influenced by others

• It remains unchanged