Discovering the Essence of Self
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What is the definition of self-concept?

  • An idea of the self constructed from the beliefs one holds about oneself and the responses of others. (correct)
  • Confidence in one's own worth or abilities.
  • An understanding of oneself or one's own motives or character.
  • Aspects of one's identity or self-concept that are important to or influenced by interpersonal relationships and the reactions of others.

What is the significance of the dictum 'Know Thyself'?

  • It refers to knowing quantifiable facts about oneself.
  • It is an ancient greeting of the highly civilized Greeks.
  • It is a concept emphasized by philosophers. (correct)
  • It is a belief that the temple gods greet people with this salutation as they enter the holy sanctuary.

What is the meaning of the term 'philosophy'?

  • Understanding of oneself or one's own motives or character
  • Confidence in one's own worth or abilities
  • Knowledge of oneself
  • Love of wisdom (correct)

What does self-esteem refer to, according to the text?

<p>Confidence in one's own worth or abilities. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of the self, as defined in the text?

<p>Self-respect (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of social self, as mentioned in the text?

<p>Aspects of one's identity or self-concept that are important to or influenced by interpersonal relationships and the reactions of others. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the dictum 'Know Thyself' according to the text?

<p>Understanding one's own motives or character (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'social self' refer to?

<p>Aspects of one's identity influenced by interpersonal relationships (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do philosophers insist about knowing oneself?

<p>It is about quantifiable facts (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a quantifiable fact pertaining to the self?

<p>Self-esteem (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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