Question 1

Which of the following best describes the concept of 'drive' in motivation theory?

Accepted Answer

A biological trigger that signals deprivation and prompts goal-directed behavior.

Question 2

According to the physiological aspects of hunger, which part of the hypothalamus is responsible for signaling the body to stop eating?

Accepted Answer

Ventromedial hypothalamus

Question 3

Which hormone is primarily responsible for increasing hunger and is reduced after gastric bypass surgery?

Accepted Answer

Ghrelin

Question 4

Ozempic (GLP-1 agonist) helps reduce hunger by:

Accepted Answer

Enhancing GLP-1 receptor activity, reducing hunger signals and slowing gastric emptying

Question 5

The phenomenon where people assume the unit of sale or portioning is the appropriate amount to consume is known as:

Accepted Answer

Unit bias

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT one of the three main social factors influencing eating behavior?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive restructuring

Question 7

According to Rozin et al. (2003), which of the following statements about portion sizes and obesity is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Americans are three times more likely to be obese than the French.

Question 8

Which of the following best illustrates Maslow's hierarchy of needs?

Accepted Answer

Physiological needs must be met before safety and belongingness needs.

Question 9

Loneliness is considered a major risk factor for which of the following health outcomes?

Accepted Answer

Hypertension and weakened immunity

Question 10

Which of the following is a key difference between passionate love and compassionate love?

Accepted Answer

Passionate love involves physical attraction and longing, while compassionate love involves tenderness and ongoing nurturing.

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a component of emotion as described in the study materials?

Accepted Answer

Genetic component

Question 12

According to the James-Lange theory of emotion, which sequence best describes the process of experiencing emotion?

Accepted Answer

Physiological response → emotion

Question 13

The Capilano bridge study demonstrated that:

Accepted Answer

Physical arousal can be misattributed to emotional attraction.

Question 14

Which theory of emotion posits that emotions arise from both physiological arousal and cognitive interpretation?

Accepted Answer

Schachter-Singer two-factor theory

Question 15

According to Paul Ekman's research, which of the following statements is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

There are six basic emotions recognized worldwide that are biologically hardwired.

Question 16

Which of the following best describes the facial feedback hypothesis?

Accepted Answer

Facial muscles send signals to the brain that can influence emotional experience.

Question 17

Research on Botox and emotion recognition suggests that:

Accepted Answer

Botox impairs the ability to correctly identify emotions compared to dermal fillers.

Question 18

According to the theory of constructed emotion, emotions are:

Accepted Answer

Concepts constructed by the brain based on prior experiences and culture.

Question 19

Which of the following is an example of a culturally specific emotion described in the study materials?

Accepted Answer

Hagaii (vulnerable heartache colored by frustration)

Question 20

Which of the following best explains why portion sizes have contributed to the rise in obesity rates?

Accepted Answer

Larger portion sizes lead to increased consumption due to unit bias and social norms.

Motivation & Emotion: Structured Study Notes for Psychology Students

Study Guide - Practice Questions