Psychology Quiz

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What’s in the Psychology Quiz?

This quiz covers fundamental concepts in psychology, including:

  • Classic psychological theories and their founders
  • Human behaviour and motivation
  • Cognitive processes and biases
  • Therapeutic approaches and psychological concepts

Ready to dive into the fascinating world of psychology? Ever wondered why you remember that embarrassing moment from five years ago but forgot where you put your keys? This quiz might just help explain some of those mysteries of the mind! From Pavlov’s dogs to Freud’s couch, we’ll take you on a journey through the most influential ideas in psychology.

Psychology Quiz

Don’t worry if you can’t read minds – this quiz is about understanding them. Challenge yourself to see how well you understand the complexities of human behaviour and thought. Just remember, if you don’t do well, you can always blame it on your unconscious mind! You can find all the questions and answers by clicking Preview Quiz Content at the bottom of the page – but where’s the fun in that?

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Q1: Who developed classical conditioning theory?

A1: Ivan Pavlov

Q2: Which parts are in Freud's structural model of the psyche?

A2: Id, Ego, Superego

Q3: Which part of the brain is primarily responsible for memory formation?

A3: Hippocampus

Q4: Match each psychological perspective with its main focus.

A4: Behavioural - Observable actions, Cognitive - Mental processes, Humanistic - Self-actualisation

Q5: What term describes a relatively permanent change in behavior due to experience?

A5: Learning

Q6: Arrange Piaget's stages of cognitive development from earliest to latest.

A6: Sensorimotor stage, Preoperational stage, Formal operational stage

Q7: Which neurotransmitter is most associated with pleasure and reward?

A7: Dopamine

Q8: Which defence mechanism involves attributing thoughts to others?

A8: Projection

Q9: What are the characteristics of authoritarian parenting?

A9: Strict rules, High demands, Limited warmth

Q10: Match psychological theories with their key concepts.

A10: Gestalt - Whole is greater than parts, Psychodynamic - Unconscious drives, Existential - Search for meaning

Q11: What concept describes better remembering of unfinished tasks?

A11: Zeigarnik effect

Q12: Which therapeutic approach emphasizes unconditional positive regard?

A12: Person-centred therapy

Q13: Arrange Maslow's hierarchy of needs from most basic to most advanced.

A13: Physiological needs, Safety needs, Self-actualisation

Q14: Which are examples of cognitive biases?

A14: Confirmation bias, Anchoring bias, Availability heuristic

Q15: Who developed the concept of collective unconscious?

A15: Carl Jung

Q16: What are examples of positive reinforcement?

A16: Receiving praise, Getting a bonus, Earning extra privileges

Q17: Match attachment styles with their characteristics.

A17: Secure - Trusts others easily, Anxious - Fears abandonment, Avoidant - Values independence

Q18: Which theory suggests we are influenced by both personal and environmental factors?

A18: Social cognitive theory

Q19: What term describes conforming to social pressure despite knowing better?

A19: Normative social influence

Q20: What are characteristics of intrinsic motivation?

A20: Personal enjoyment, Natural curiosity, Internal satisfaction

Q21: Arrange Tuckman's group development stages from earliest to latest.

A21: Forming, Storming, Performing