by alex
How we perceive ourselves is influenced by a myriad of factors ranging from psychological theories to societal norms. This quiz will test your knowledge on these elements that shape our self-perception. Challenge yourself and see how much you know about the complexities behind self-awareness and identity.
Questions Overview
1. Which psychologist is known for developing the theory of self-actualization?
Sigmund Freud
Carl Rogers
Abraham Maslow
B.F. Skinner
2. What term describes the process by which individuals compare themselves to others to evaluate their own abilities and opinions?
Self-reflection
Social comparison
Self-monitoring
Introspection
3. Which concept refers to the belief in one’s ability to succeed in specific situations or accomplish a task?
Self-esteem
Self-efficacy
Self-concept
Self-awareness
4. What is the term for the internal dialogue that reflects a person’s thoughts and feelings about themselves?
Self-talk
Self-schema
Self-concept
Self-identity
5. Which theory suggests that people have a fundamental need to maintain a stable, positive self-image?
Self-determination theory
Cognitive dissonance theory
Self-verification theory
Social identity theory
6. What is the name of the phenomenon where individuals overestimate the extent to which others notice and evaluate their appearance and behavior?
Spotlight effect
Halo effect
Barnum effect
Pygmalion effect
7. Which term describes the overall value that one places on oneself as a person?
Self-esteem
Self-efficacy
Self-concept
Self-awareness
8. Who introduced the concept of the ‘looking-glass self’ to explain how individuals form their self-concept?
Charles Horton Cooley
George Herbert Mead
Erving Goffman
Herbert Blumer
9. What is the term for the tendency to attribute one’s successes to internal factors and one’s failures to external factors?
Self-serving bias
Fundamental attribution error
Confirmation bias
Actor-observer bias
10. Which psychological concept involves understanding one’s own emotions, strengths, weaknesses, and values?
Self-awareness
Self-regulation
Self-actualization
Self-concept
