UTS Midterm Quiz

How does material ownership influence self-description?

• It has no impact on self-description.

• It shapes how individuals express their identity.

• It only affects financial status.

• It is irrelevant to personal identity.

What is self-perception?

• How others view you.

• How you see and understand yourself.

• The possessions you own.

• The opinions of your friends.

Which trait is commonly associated with materialism?

• Generosity

• Envy

• Altruism

• Contentment

How can possessions affect happiness?

• They guarantee long-term happiness.

• They may provide temporary comfort but not lasting satisfaction.

• They have no effect on happiness.

• They always lead to fulfillment.

What does William James suggest about possessions?

• They are irrelevant to identity.

• They can be seen as extensions of the self.

• They only reflect social status.

• They should be discarded for true happiness.

What is meant by 'extended self'?

• The distinction between personal and public identity.

• The connection between one's identity and their possessions.

• The idea that one's identity is only social.

• A concept referring to future aspirations.

What role does spirituality play in self-understanding?

• It is unrelated to personal identity.

• It helps individuals find meaning and purpose in life.

• It only pertains to religious practices.

• It complicates self-perception.

Which of the following describes spirituality according to Puchalski (2014)?

• Adherence to religious doctrines.

• Seeking and expressing meaning in life.

• Material success.

• A focus on physical health.

How does nature connect with spirituality?

• Nature has no spiritual significance.

• Many find spiritual connections through environmental advocacy and care for nature.

• Nature is only a physical resource.

• Nature detracts from spiritual pursuits.

What is a key difference between religiosity and spirituality?

• Religiosity is individual; spirituality is communal.

• Religiosity follows set doctrines; spirituality is more flexible and personal.

• There are no differences; they are synonymous.

• Religiosity is less important than spirituality.