Cattell's personality theory:
a. was incorporative of several Freudian ideas.
b. was closely aligned with Horney's theory.
c. was similar to Adler's theory of individual psychology.
d. was closely aligned to Erikson's eight stages of development.
Question 2According to Cattell's research, one-third of our personality is _____ based.
a. educationally
c. genetically
b. environmentally
d. socially
Question 3In Cattell's 16 PF (personality factor) questionnaire, on factor Q
4, the high scorers are tense, driven, and fretful, whereas the low scorers are:
a. apprehensive, insecure, self-reproaching.
c. tough-minded, self-reliant, and demanding.
b. forthright, nave, and unpretentious.
d. relaxed, tranquil, and composed.
Question 4In Cattell's 16 PF (personality factor) questionnaire, on factor A, the low scorers are reserved, aloof, and detached, whereas the high scorers are:
a. dominant, assertive, and forceful.
c. outgoing, warmhearted, and easygoing.
b. suspicious, jealous, and withdrawn.
d. shrewd, worldly, and insightful.
Question 5Cattell has identified 16 _____ traits that form the basis of personality.
a. surface
c. ability
b. unique
d. source
Question 6Which of the following is true about the basic factors of personality?
a. They are measured by the 16 PF Test.
c. They are source traits.
b. They can be tested objectively.
d. All of these are correct.
Question 7The two types of source traits are:
a. common traits and unique traits.
c. ability traits and dynamic traits.
b. constitutional traits and environmental-mold traits.
d. environmental-mold traits and temperament traits.
Question 8Environmental-mold traits are:
a. learned characteristics that impose a pattern on personality.
b. derived from internal conditions.
c. less stable and permanent than the constitutional traits.
d. developed from biological conditions but are not necessarily innate.
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