Question 1

Self-regulation and internal motivation are two of the five proposed dimensions of
A) perception checking.
B) empathy.
C) emotional intelligence.
D) good social skills.

Accepted Answer

Self-regulation and internal motivation are two of the five dimensions of emotional intelligence, as proposed by Daniel Goleman. The other three dimensions are social skill, empathy, and self-awareness.

Question 2

The verbal and nonverbal ways we act to show a positive image of ourselves to others are called
A) facework.
B) the private self.
C) attribution.
D) the presenting self.

Accepted Answer

Facework refers to the verbal and nonverbal ways individuals use to maintain their own and others' face or social image during interactions.

Question 3

The person you believe yourself to be in moments of honest self-examination is referred to as the _______ self.
A) empathic
B) presenting
C) monitored
D) perceived

Accepted Answer

The term "perceived self" refers to the view or image a person has of themselves when they engage in honest self-reflection or self-examination. It encompasses how individuals see their own traits, beliefs, and behaviors from their own perspective.

Question 4

Sometimes we disclose to others how we honestly feel about our bodies and sometimes we don't. This is because of the private nature of
A) facework.
B) identity management.
C) the presenting self.
D) the perceived self.

Accepted Answer

The perceived self is the private self-concept that we may choose to share or not share with others, reflecting our true feelings and thoughts.

Question 5

In the same day you may be a joking friend and a consoling parent. This is because
A) identity management can be conscious or unconscious.
B) identity management is collaborative.
C) we have multiple identities.
D) people differ in their degree of identity management.

Accepted Answer

We have multiple identities that we navigate and switch between depending on the context and our relationships, allowing us to fulfill different roles such as a friend or parent.

Question 6

Identity-related communication is a kind of drama in which we perform like actors and connect with other such actors trying to create their own characters-to improvise scenes in which our characters mesh. This is because
A) identity management can be conscious or unconscious.
B) identity management is collaborative.
C) we have multiple identities.
D) people differ in their degree of identity management.

Accepted Answer

Identity management is collaborative because it involves interaction with others, where both parties contribute to the construction and perception of each other's identities, much like actors working together to create a scene.

Question 7

High self-monitors are usually more aware of their identity management behaviors, while low self-monitors are not. This is because
A) identity management can be conscious or unconscious.
B) identity management is collaborative.
C) we have multiple identities.
D) people differ in their degree of identity management.

Accepted Answer

High self-monitors are more aware of their identity management because they are more attuned to social cues and adjust their behavior accordingly, indicating a higher degree of identity management compared to low self-monitors.

Question 8

Read the following dialogue and choose the statement it best represents.
"I guess you weren't able to make it. Did something come up? I never heard from you."
"Yeah, I meant to be there, but my brother came by unexpectedly and sabotaged my day."
A) Identity management can be conscious or unconscious.
B) Identity management is collaborative.
C) We have multiple identities.
D) People differ in their degree of identity management.

Accepted Answer

The dialogue shows a situation where one person is adjusting their response to maintain a social relationship, indicating a collaborative effort in managing how they are perceived by the other person.

Question 9

Anton is a highly dependable employee at his job. He is always focused and serious at work. When he's with his friends, he's considered a carefree jokester who is chronically late. Which of the following statements might best explain the difference?
A) Identity management can be conscious or unconscious.
B) Identity management is collaborative.
C) We have multiple identities.
D) People differ in their degree of identity management.

Accepted Answer

We have multiple identities, which allows us to behave differently in different contexts, such as being serious at work and carefree with friends.

Question 10

When Shawna speaks to Trish, she is thoughtful about the things she says and carefully considers Trish's reactions. Trish on the other hand blurts out her thoughts without much thought to how they are received. What best explains the differences between Shawna and Trish?
A) Identity management can be conscious or unconscious.
B) Identity management is collaborative.
C) We have multiple identities.
D) People differ in their degree of identity management.

Accepted Answer

Shawna and Trish exhibit different levels of identity management in their interactions, with Shawna being more careful and considerate, while Trish is more spontaneous and less concerned about the reception of her words. This difference illustrates that individuals vary in how much they manage or control the presentation of their identity in social contexts.

Question 11

To all of her friends, Andrea is a fun carefree friend. Despite her friends' characterization, she knows she is often quite sad and bombarded with stress. Andrea's understanding of herself primarily relates to
A) her perceived self.
B) her presenting self.
C) facework.
D) attribution.

Accepted Answer

Andrea's understanding of herself relates to her perceived self, which refers to how she sees and understands her own identity and emotions, distinct from how others might perceive her.

Question 12

If you normally wear casual clothes, but dress more formally to attend a traffic court in the hope of being treated more sympathetically, you are showing that
A) identity management may be deliberate or unconscious
B) identity management is not necessarily dishonest
C) identity management can be goal-oriented
D) you have both a perceived self and a presenting self

Accepted Answer

Dressing more formally to influence how you are perceived in court demonstrates that identity management can be goal-oriented, as you are intentionally altering your appearance to achieve a specific outcome.

Question 13

Ahmed has only been in the United States for a year and has not completely adjusted to new social norms. He notices his friend has had an acne breakout and says, "Your face looks terrible." His friend is very unhappy with the comment. What could Ahmed have done to better manage his identity to follow social rules?
A) He could have told his friend on social media.
B) He could have told his friend that he was having a breakout rather than that he looked terrible.
C) He could have made an excuse for his comment.
D) He could have chosen not to say anything to avoid making his friend uncomfortable.

Accepted Answer

Ahmed could have chosen not to say anything to avoid making his friend uncomfortable, as commenting on someone's appearance, especially negatively, can be considered impolite in many social contexts.

Question 14

Hannah wants people to perceive her as fashionable and trendy. How might Hannah engage in identity management online?
A) She could strategically post photos on Instagram that depict upscale brands like Chanel.
B) She could post photos of herself wearing a wide range of clothes.
C) She could keep reminding people about her Instagram page.
D) She could follow a variety of accounts that fashion models also follow.

Accepted Answer

By posting photos that depict upscale brands like Chanel, Hannah can create an online persona that aligns with being fashionable and trendy, as these brands are often associated with high fashion.

Question 15

Sonja posted about her recent health struggles on Facebook and was grateful for all of the support from people who lived far away from her. She started to feel better about herself. This demonstrates that
A) social media can boost self-esteem.
B) being genuine leads to benefits.
C) self-esteem can enhance emotional resilience.
D) people tend to pay attention to emotional stories on social media.

Accepted Answer

Sonja's experience of feeling better about herself after receiving support on Facebook illustrates how social media can serve as a platform for boosting self-esteem through positive interactions and support from others.

Question 16

Mitch wants people to perceive him as attractive and socially engaged. So, he tends to only post carefully edited photos that make him seem perfect. When his close friends point out that this is not an accurate picture, what are they asking him to consider?
A) Social media can boost self-esteem
B) Being genuine matters most.
C) Self-esteem can enhance emotional resilience.
D) Social media can reach an unexpectedly large audience.

Accepted Answer

Mitch's friends are highlighting the importance of authenticity in how he presents himself online, suggesting that being genuine is more valuable than projecting an idealized image.

Question 17

Which of the following statements about identity management and social media is false?
A) Self-esteem is boosted by posting unrealistically positive images of oneself.
B) Healthy self-esteem can enhance resilience to things like cyberbullying.
C) It is important to try to be genuine on social media.
D) Ultimately, confidence stems from showing the world "the real you."

Accepted Answer

Posting unrealistically positive images of oneself on social media can actually lead to negative effects on self-esteem, as it creates pressure to live up to an idealized online persona and can exacerbate feelings of inadequacy when comparing oneself to others.

Question 18

Susan found herself facing criticism online from others, yet it didn't seem to have a negative impact on her when she described the criticism to her friends. This is likely because Susan has
A) low emotional intelligence.
B) high emotional intelligence cues.
C) low self-esteem.
D) high self-esteem.

Accepted Answer

Susan's ability to remain unaffected by online criticism despite describing it to her friends suggests that she has high self-esteem.

Question 19

What is the self-concept?

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

What are four factors covered in the chapter that affect and reflect people's sense of self?

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 2: The Self, Perception, and Communication

Self-regulation and internal motivation are two of the five proposed dimensions of

The verbal and nonverbal ways we act to show a positive image of ourselves to others are called

The person you believe yourself to be in moments of honest self-examination is referred to as the _______ self.

Sometimes we disclose to others how we honestly feel about our bodies and sometimes we don't. This is because of the private nature of

In the same day you may be a joking friend and a consoling parent. This is because

Identity-related communication is a kind of drama in which we perform like actors and connect with other such actors trying to create their own characters-to improvise scenes in which our characters mesh. This is because

High self-monitors are usually more aware of their identity management behaviors, while low self-monitors are not. This is because

Read the following dialogue and choose the statement it best represents. "I guess you weren't able to make it. Did something come up? I never heard from you." "Yeah, I meant to be there, but my brother came by unexpectedly and sabotaged my day."

Anton is a highly dependable employee at his job. He is always focused and serious at work. When he's with his friends, he's considered a carefree jokester who is chronically late. Which of the following statements might best explain the difference?

When Shawna speaks to Trish, she is thoughtful about the things she says and carefully considers Trish's reactions. Trish on the other hand blurts out her thoughts without much thought to how they are received. What best explains the differences between Shawna and Trish?

To all of her friends, Andrea is a fun carefree friend. Despite her friends' characterization, she knows she is often quite sad and bombarded with stress. Andrea's understanding of herself primarily relates to

If you normally wear casual clothes, but dress more formally to attend a traffic court in the hope of being treated more sympathetically, you are showing that

Hannah wants people to perceive her as fashionable and trendy. How might Hannah engage in identity management online?

Sonja posted about her recent health struggles on Facebook and was grateful for all of the support from people who lived far away from her. She started to feel better about herself. This demonstrates that

Mitch wants people to perceive him as attractive and socially engaged. So, he tends to only post carefully edited photos that make him seem perfect. When his close friends point out that this is not an accurate picture, what are they asking him to consider?

Which of the following statements about identity management and social media is false?

Susan found herself facing criticism online from others, yet it didn't seem to have a negative impact on her when she described the criticism to her friends. This is likely because Susan has

What is the self-concept?

What are four factors covered in the chapter that affect and reflect people's sense of self?