Ever wondered what factors contribute to someone being disliked? This quiz will take you through a series of questions that explore social behaviors, psychological traits, and relationship dynamics. It’s a chance to gain some insights and perhaps even reflect on your own experiences. Ready to test your knowledge and see if you can identify what makes people tick? Let’s get started!
Questions Overview
1. What is the term for the psychological phenomenon where people tend to like others who are similar to them?
Reciprocity
Similarity-attraction effect
Halo effect
Social proof
2. Which of the following behaviors is most likely to make someone disliked in a social group?
Being overly critical
Being empathetic
Being humorous
Being supportive
3. What is the term for the cognitive bias where people assume others share their beliefs and behaviors?
Confirmation bias
False consensus effect
Anchoring bias
Self-serving bias
4. Which of the following is a common reason for people to feel disliked by others?
Low self-esteem
High self-confidence
Being introverted
Being extroverted
5. What is the term for the tendency to attribute others’ behaviors to their character rather than situational factors?
Fundamental attribution error
Self-fulfilling prophecy
Actor-observer bias
Cognitive dissonance
6. Which of the following traits is often associated with being well-liked?
Empathy
Arrogance
Indifference
Selfishness
7. What is the term for the phenomenon where people tend to like someone more after doing them a favor?
Ben Franklin effect
Reciprocity norm
Social exchange theory
Cognitive dissonance
8. Which of the following is a common non-verbal cue that can make someone appear unapproachable?
Smiling
Crossed arms
Maintaining eye contact
Nodding
9. What is the term for the tendency to believe that others are paying more attention to one’s behavior than they actually are?
Spotlight effect
Illusion of transparency
Egocentric bias
Observer effect
10. Which of the following actions is likely to improve someone’s likability in a group setting?
Listening actively
Interrupting frequently
Bragging about achievements
Ignoring others’ opinions