John B. Watson's Childhood and Influence of Religion

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Why was John Broadus Watson named after John Albert Broadus?

Because his mother was inspired by John Albert Broadus' work (correct)

Because John Albert Broadus was his father's friend

Because John Albert Broadus was Watson's godfather

Because John Albert Broadus was a famous actor

What was a major theme in John Broadus Watson's troubled childhood?

Outdoor activities

Education

Family vacations

Religion (correct)

What did Emma Watson strictly adhere to in her family life?

The practice of daily meditation

The tradition of hosting elaborate parties

The fundamentalist prohibition against drinking, smoking, or dancing (correct)

The study of ancient philosophy

What did John Broadus Watson vow to his mother at an early age?

To become a minister Signup and view all the answers

In what type of community was John Broadus Watson born?

Rural community Signup and view all the answers

What was the origin of Watson's lifelong fear of the dark?

His mother's intense religious convictions Signup and view all the answers

What did Emma Watson prioritize in her family life?

Cleanliness next to godliness Signup and view all the answers

Why did Watson have to sleep with the light on when he was depressed?

To avoid encounters with the Devil Signup and view all the answers

What influenced Watson's decision to study whether children are born with an instinctual fear of the dark?

His mother's religious beliefs Signup and view all the answers

Who was Watson's most influential teacher at Furman University?

Gordon B. Moore Signup and view all the answers

What event at Furman University set Watson back and resulted in him earning a master's degree at the age of 21?

His favorite teacher's warning about examinations Signup and view all the answers

What made Watson become a troublemaker and get arrested twice?

His father's departure when he was 13 Signup and view all the answers

What did Emma, Watson's mother, believe about being terrified of the Devil?

It was only right and prudent Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason for Watson's father leaving home in 1891?

Incompatibility with Emma's religious beliefs Signup and view all the answers

Why did Watson refuse to see his father when he sought out his son later in life?

He was still deeply disturbed by his father's departure Signup and view all the answers

What did Watson do during his undergraduate years at college?

He worked at a chemical laboratory to pay his fees Signup and view all the answers

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