Psychology Quiz

What kind of memory involves facts and general knowledge?

• Episodic

• Semantic

• Procedural

• Implicit

What is a correlation?

• A cause-effect relationship

• A random connection

• A link or relationship between two variables

• A type of neuron

Which brain lobe processes hearing and language?

• Parietal

• Temporal

• Frontal

• Occipital

Which perspective emphasizes unconscious drives and childhood experiences?

• Behavioral

• Biological

• Cognitive

• Psychodynamic

What is reinforcement in operant conditioning?

• A punishment for behavior

• A process of forgetting

• A consequence that strengthens behavior

• A type of conditioning

What is a schema in cognitive psychology?

• A type of personality

• A chemical in the brain

• A mental framework

• A dream theory

Which psychological disorder is marked by a split from reality?

• Depression

• Anxiety

• Schizophrenia

• OCD

What is the main role of the hypothalamus?

• Balance and coordination

• Language production

• Regulating hunger, thirst, and body temperature

• Short-term memory

What is cognitive dissonance?

• Feeling confident in a decision

• Having consistent thoughts

• Mental discomfort from conflicting beliefs

• Clear communication

Who developed the hierarchy of needs?

• Sigmund Freud

• Carl Rogers

• Abraham Maslow

• B.F. Skinner