Psychology Quiz

What is the term for the understanding of oneself, including one's traits and identity?

• Self-concept

• Narcissism

• Self-serving bias

• Spotlight effect

Which inventory is used to assess personality traits and psychopathology?

• Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI)

• Big Five factors

• Empirically derived test

• Social-cognitive perspective

Who is associated with the development of the Big Five personality traits?

• Paul Costa

• Albert Bandura

• William James

• Robert McCrae

What is the term for the belief in one's ability to succeed in specific situations?

• Self-efficacy

• Self-esteem

• Self-concept

• Narcissism

Which psychologist is known for the concept of reciprocal determinism?

• Albert Bandura

• William James

• Robert McCrae

• Paul Costa

Low self-esteem is associated with:

• an internal locus of control.

• self-serving bias.

• unhappiness.

• unconditional positive regard.

• extraversion.

Which theory suggests that personality is shaped by the interaction of behavior, personal factors, and environment?

• Psychoanalytic theory

• Trait theory

• Humanistic theory

• Reciprocal determinism

What is the term for the tendency to perceive oneself favorably?

• Spotlight effect

• Self-concept

• Self-efficacy

• Self-serving bias

Which personality trait is characterized by sociability and a tendency to seek stimulation in the company of others?

• Extraversion

• Openness

• Conscientiousness

• Agreeableness