Personality Psychology Quiz
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Which branch of psychology examines personality and its variation among individuals?

  • Developmental psychology
  • Personality psychology (correct)
  • Cognitive psychology
  • Social psychology
  • What does the word 'personality' mean?

  • A set of characteristics that influence one's environment
  • A pattern of thoughts and feelings persistently exhibited over time
  • A branch of psychology that focuses on human nature
  • A Latin word meaning 'mask' (correct)
  • What are the areas of focus in personality psychology?

  • Investigating human nature and psychological similarities (correct)
  • Examining personality traits and emotional intelligence
  • Analyzing developmental stages and individual differences
  • Exploring cognitive processes and social adjustments
  • What does personality predict?

    <p>Human reactions to other</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does personality pertain to?

    <p>Expectations and self-perceptions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Personality psychology is a branch of psychology that examines

    <p>the variation of personality among individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'personality' refer to?

    <p>The pattern of thoughts and feelings exhibited by an individual</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the origin of the word 'personality'?

    <p>Latin word meaning 'mask'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the areas of focus in personality psychology?

    <p>Investigation of individual psychological differences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does personality predict?

    <p>Human reactions to other individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an environmental factor that shapes personality?

    <p>Genetics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'culture' refer to?

    <p>Beliefs, customs, art, and traditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do personality psychologists study in relation to culture?

    <p>The role of culture in understanding personality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Are personality traits the same across cultures?

    <p>No, there are both universal and culture-specific aspects of personality traits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is culture transmitted to people?

    <p>Through language and modeled behaviors</p> Signup and view all the answers

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