The Fascinating World of Personality
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According to Allport, what is the definition of personality?

  • The history and etymology of the word persona
  • The unique adjustments an individual makes to their environment
  • The characteristic behavior and thought of an individual
  • The dynamic organization within the individual of psychophysical systems (correct)

    • Where does the word 'personality' likely come from?

  • The first and second centuries B.C.E.
  • Theology, philosophy, law, sociology, and psychology
  • Theatrical masks used in ancient Greek drama (correct)
  • The Old Latin and Etruscan languages

    • What did Allport do in his pursuit of a definition of personality?

  • Changed the last phrase of his definition in 1961
  • Traced the etymology of the word persona
  • Offered 49 definitions of personality (correct)
  • Explored the history of the term in various fields

    • What did Allport's 50th definition of personality emphasize?

    <p>The psychophysical systems within an individual (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did Allport change the last phrase of his definition of personality?

    <p>1961 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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