PSYC 221 Introduction to General Psychology
Introduction to General Psychology Quiz
Test your knowledge of psychological principles and theories with our engaging quiz designed for students and enthusiasts alike.
Whether you are a student, a teacher, or simply interested in the field of psychology, this quiz will help you deepen your understanding. Key features include:
- Multiple choice questions
- Topics ranging from developmental theories to psychological methods
- Instant feedback on your answers
The Department of Psychology offers BA/BSc (Hons), Master of Philosophy in I/O Psychology, Clinical Psychology and Social Psychology, and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
True
False
Psychology as an academic discipline started at the University of Ghana, Legon and it was first taught in
1967
1964
1965
1963
The first laboratory of experimental psychology in the sub-continent was established in
South Africa, 1985
Ghana, 1987
Zambia, 1965
Nigeria, 1988
Variable that the researcher measures to see how much effect the independent variable had
Independent variable
Extraneous Variable
Control Group
Placebo effect
Dependent variable
Observational research study focusing on one or a few people
Confirmation bias
Experimental
Survey
Case study
There are currently eight (8) categories of professional psychologists in Ghana (Oppong Asante & Oppong, 2012)
True
False
Which of the following is not associated with use of the scientific method in psychological research?
A commitment to producing knowledge through observation and experiment.
A commitment to basing knowledge exclusively on common sense and opinion
A commitment to basing knowledge on empirical evidence
A commitment to ensuring that findings are correctly interpreted.
Which of the following contribute to the development of knowledge and theory in psychology?
Evidence that supports a hypothesis.
Evidence that supports a hypothesis.
Evidence that tests a hypothesis.
All of the above.
Theory A explains phenomenon L, phenomenon M and phenomenon N using principles J and K. Theory B explains phenomenon L, phenomenon M, and phenomenon N using only principle K. Theory C explains phenomenon L and phenomenon N using principles J and K. Which of the following statements is true?
Theory A is the most parsimonious.
Theory B is the most parsimonious.
Theory C is the most parsimonious.
Theory A and Theory C are equally and most parsimonious.
Formally, a statement about the causal relationship between particular phenomena (i.e. In the form ‘A causes B’). This is usually derived from a particular theory and designed to be tested in research.” Which construct is this a glossary definition of?
Prediction
Deduction.
Hypothesis.
Conventional reasoning.
A researcher conducts an experiment that tests the hypothesis that ‘anxiety has an adverse effect on students’ exam performance’. Which of the following statements is true?
Anxiety is the dependent variable, exam performance is the independent variable.
Anxiety is the dependent variable, students are the independent variable.
Anxiety is the independent variable, students are the dependent variable.
Students are the dependent variable, exam performance is the independent variable.
What distinguishes the experimental method from the quasi-experimental method?
What distinguishes the experimental method from the quasi-experimental method?
The existence of an independent variable.
The random assignment of participants to conditions.
The existence of different levels of an independent variable
What is an extraneous variable?
A variable that can never be manipulated.
A variable that clouds the interpretation of results.
A variable that can never be measured
A variable that can never be controlled
What does it mean if two variables have a positive correlation?
As one variable increases, the other decreases
As one variable increases, so does the other
The correlation between the two variables is 0
He correlation between the two variables is greater than 1.0
In what type of study does a researcher study an individual subject in depth?
Naturalistic observation
Laboratory observation
Case study
Survey
Which of the following is a research method that allows a researcher to get information about a large number of subjects relatively inexpensively and easily?
Naturalistic observation
Case study
Laboratory observation
Survey
Cognitive development theory was propounded by
Sigmund Freud
Jean Piaget
Erik Erikson
Wilhelm Wundt
�My therapist is wonderful! She always points out my positive traits. She dwells on my uniqueness and strength as an individual. I feel much more confident about myself—as if I’m really growing and reaching my potential.” The therapist being described most likely follows a___________ perspective
Behaviorist
Humanistic
Motivation
Self Fulfilling
Race is a biological concept, rather than a psychological one
True
False
�It is behavior that can be observed that should be studied, not the suspected inner workings of the mind.” This statement was most likely made by someone with which perspective?
Cognitive perspective
Neuroscience perspective
Humanistic perspective
Behavioral perspective
Any group participating in an experiment that receives a treatment
Control group
Experimental group
Extraneous group
True group
Participants are assigned to different experimental groups or “conditions” on the basis of chance and chance alone
Sampling
Random sampling
Random assignment
Assignment
In Africa, the scientific study of psychology began in the early years of the ______ century
18th century
19th century
20th century
21st century
The first Head of Department?
Prof.C.A. Fiscian
Prof.C.E.A. Fiscian
Prof.C.E. Fiscian
Mr. H.C.A. Bulley
There are 4 domains of Development
True
False
Babies use visual and auditory capacities to make sense of their environment (sucking, grasping, and shaking, etc.). −Key task: Babies learn to develop the concept of object permanence(out of sight, out of mind?).
Preoperational
Sensorimotor
Formal operational
Concrete operational
Who propounded the Psychosocial theory of development
John Watson
Erik Erikson
Jean Piaget
Albert Bandura
ManofJudah
She felt she was not beautiful so she dared to be “smart” academically.
Mary Washburn
Mary Calkins
Karen Horney
Cecila Marfo
Christine Franklin
To regulate the training and practice of psychologist, therapist and lay practitioners in Ghana is the mission of ?
Ghana Psychological council
Ghana Psychology Association
UNIGAPS
Ghana Psychology council
Who is the current Head of Department for Psychology at the University of Ghana?
Dr. Boadu Agyemang Collins
Prof. Joseph Osafo
Dr. Kwaku Oppong Asante
Dr. Laryea Kingston (Olele)
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