A person who is highly knowledgeable or skilled in a particular domain, such as physics, anesthesiology, or teaching is best describes as a(n):
a. professional.
b. expert.
c. scholar.
d. technician.
Ques. 2
The three steps for building a positive identity are:
a. Confronting moral dilemmas, being a role model, and adopting a social role
b. Choosing a role model, getting feedback as to how close you are to your role model, and further work on the role identity
c. Giving feedback to others, providing a positive role model, and choosing a profession (such as engineer, teacher, etc.)
d. Getting feedback from others, emulating a role model, and adopting a social role
Ques. 3
Lily is a well-educated, talented, creative young woman, who would like to get a motivating and well-paid job. Which assets does she need the most to have and work on to get a good job and be successful at it?
a. Leadership skills, being able to motivate others, and helping others cooperate
b. Technical competencies, such as using and programming a computer
c. Financial skills such as accounting and bookkeeping, so that she knows how to contribute to the company's success
d. Ambition, drive, persistence to do well, and ability to keep working in face of any adversities she may encounter
Ques. 4
In times of stress and major life transitions, supportive relationships are especially important for a number of reasons. The following are all valid reasons except one. Which one?
a. They provide caring and information that help you cope better with the events.
b. They reduce the number and severity of stressful events in your life
c. They help you realize the importance of the events and provoke anxiety.
d. They help you enhance your self-esteem and regain mastery over your life
Ques. 5
Cancer-prone patients are similar to heart-disease-prone individuals in that both
a. Need to be less hostile and aggressive when dealing with conflicts.
b. Need to take more initiative, and be less passive.
c. Tend to develop feelings of hopelessness, helplessness, and depression
d. Can learn the interpersonal skills that would help them
Ques. 6
For most people, life is meaningful primarily because of
a. A combination of good work and beliefs
b. Intimate relationships
c. Financial security
d. Housing conditions
Ques. 7
Which of the following best describes effective teachers?
a. Teachers who are defined as highly effective by federal legislation mandates, such as No Child Left Behind or Race to the Top
b. Teachers who are highly knowledgeable in a content area, such as math, science, or American literature
c. Teachers who are able to produce more learning in their students than would be expected for the students' background and ability.
d. Teachers who are well organized and possess both professional knowledge and professional skills
Ques. 8
Experimental research most commonly extends which of the following types of research?
a. Descriptive research
b. Correlational research
c. Other experimental research
d. Longitudinal research