Exam 2: Exploring Self-Awareness and Communication

When Katy was asked to describe herself, she said "I'm a soccer player." When Brian was asked the same question, he said "I'm on the chess team." These examples show which kind of influence on self-concept?

Explain the difference between the terms sex and gender as described in the book.

Briefly explain why surrounding yourself with positive people can help to enhance your self-esteem.

Maria does not feel confident with her academic abilities in calculus class; however, she feels at ease with her abilities in her drawing class. This example illustrates which of the following?

If you are operating in the unconscious incompetence level, you are unaware of your own incompetence and don't know what you don't know.

The first stage in the perception process involves _____.

Ever since she was a little girl, Rhonda knew she wanted to be a teacher. Now that she is applying to college for a degree in education, she can hardly wait until that dream comes true. Her belief has been stable over a long period of time. This is an example of _____.

Jillian effectively uses public speaking skills without having to concentrate heavily on what she is doing. Jillian is functioning at a level of _____ on Maslow's framework.

The assessment of your worth or value as reflected in your perceptions of such things as your skills, abilities, appearance and talents is called _____.

You have been described by your significant other as a "jokester." This description is an example of an avowed identity.

Your self-image can change depending on the situation you are in.

The idea that what we believe will occur in the future is likely to come true because we believe it will come true is called_____.

The statement, "I'm not intelligent because my roommate gets better grades than I do," illustrates which of the following?

Danielle is able to observe and reflect upon her own mental states, thus exhibiting ______.

Identify the basis for self-fulfilling prophecy and discuss how it can affect a person's self-esteem.

The extent to which beliefs about ourselves are clearly and confidently identified and are stable over time is known as self-concept clarity.

Aisha noticed at work that Vincent and Michelle kept asking her advice on office procedures. Soon, she began to see herself as competent and knowledgeable. Which of the following statements best describes the means by which Vincent and Michelle influenced Aisha's self-concept?

Self-awareness refers to your assessment of your worth or values as reflected in your perception of your skills, abilities, talents, and appearance.

According to William James, having a "social self" means that you communicate exactly the same with everyone you meet.

Name and explain William James' three components of the self.