Question 1

The facial-feedback hypothesis argues that specific facial expressions
A)are triggered by specific patterns of emotional response.
B)are unrelated to feelings actually experienced.
C)can mask True feelings.
D)can trigger specific emotional responses.

Accepted Answer

The facial-feedback hypothesis proposes that facial expressions can trigger or enhance specific emotional responses. In other words, our facial expressions can influence how we feel or how intensely we feel it. Therefore, choice D is the correct answer.

Question 2

According to the Cannon-Bard Theory, an event simultaneously triggers
A)physiological arousal and experience of an emotion.
B)physiological arousal and action.
C)bodily responses and thoughts.
D)none of these

Accepted Answer

The Cannon-Bard Theory states that an event triggers both physiological arousal and the experience of an emotion simultaneously, rather than one causing the other.

Question 3

The Cannon-Bard theory disagrees with the James-Lange idea that
A)facial expressions are universal.
B)each emotion has the same physiological pattern.
C)each emotion has a unique automatic physiological response pattern.
D)arousal and action are related responses.

Accepted Answer

The Cannon-Bard theory argues that emotions and physiological responses occur simultaneously and independently, rather than each emotion having a unique physiological response pattern as suggested by the James-Lange theory.

Question 4

Happiness tends to be accompanied by _____________, an attitudinal aspect of happiness.
A)a high income level
B)a cognitive bias towards assuming things will work out
C)being free from want
D)attributing one's successes to others

Accepted Answer

The attitudinal aspect of happiness refers to the way a person thinks about and interprets their experiences, and having a cognitive bias towards assuming things will work out is one example of this. A high income level and being free from want may contribute to happiness, but they are not necessarily defining characteristics. Attributing one's successes to others may be a sign of humility, but it is not directly related to happiness.

Question 5

Which theory supports the following scenario: You see a tiger, you realize it could kill you, and then you feel afraid?
A)Cannon-Bard
B)Common-Sense
C)Cognitive-Appraisal
D)James-Lange

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

The statement, "Emotions accompany bodily responses rather than being produced by bodily change," supports the __________ theory.
A)Common Sense
B)Facial Feedback
C)James-Lange
D)Cannon-Bard

Accepted Answer

The Cannon-Bard theory posits that emotions and bodily responses occur simultaneously and independently, rather than emotions being a result of bodily changes.

Question 7

Which of the following believe that genetic factors play a role in happiness?
A)Lykken
B)Maslow
C)Ekman
D)Izard

Accepted Answer

Lykken proposed the idea of a "happiness set point," which suggests that genetics plays a role in determining a person's baseline level of happiness.

Question 8

The song "Put on a Happy Face" presents the view that facial expressions can influence emotional states. This claim is similar to that made by
A)socio-cultural theory.
B)facial-feedback hypothesis.
C)cognitive dissonance theory.
D)psychoanalytic theory of emotion.

Accepted Answer

The claim presented in the song "Put on a Happy Face" is similar to the facial-feedback hypothesis, which suggests that facial expressions can influence emotional states. This is because the song encourages people to consciously adjust their facial expressions in order to feel happier. The other theories listed do not specifically focus on the relationship between facial expressions and emotions in the same way.

Question 9

Which theory of emotion would agree with the statement: "We are sad because we cry."
A)Common Sense Theory
B)James-Lange Theory
C)Cognitive Appraisal Theory
D)Cannon-Bard Theory

Accepted Answer

The James-Lange Theory proposes that emotions are the result of our bodily reactions to stimuli. In this case, the theory would suggest that we feel sad because we are crying, meaning that our bodily response (crying) triggers the emotional experience (sadness).

Question 10

Which theory supports the following scenario: You see a tiger, then scream as you experience the fear?
A)Cognitive-Appraisal
B)Common-Sense
C)Cannon-Bard
D)James-Lange

Accepted Answer

The Cannon-Bard theory states that physiological responses and emotional experiences occur simultaneously and independently when confronted with a threatening stimulus. In this scenario, the individual sees the tiger and experiences fear (emotional response) and screams (physiological response) at the same time.

Question 11

Which of the following have been related to happiness?
A)openness to new experiences
B)level of religiosity
C)marital status
D)all of these

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that openness to new experiences, having a strong sense of religiosity, and being married or in a committed relationship have all been related to higher levels of happiness. Therefore, the best choice is D, all of these.

Question 12

Which field of psychology is interested in the study of positive emotions such as happiness and love, optimism and hope, joy and sensual pleasures?
A)optimistic psychology
B)emotional psychology
C)positive psychology
D)humanistic psychology

Accepted Answer

Positive psychology is interested in the study of positive emotions such as happiness, love, optimism, hope, joy, and sensual pleasures. It focuses on understanding and enhancing positive aspects of human behavior and experience.

Question 13

According to the James-Lange theory of emotion, specific patterns of arousal and action are triggered by specific stimuli. The emotions we experience are, therefore,
A)based on a single pattern or state of arousal.
B)based on automatic physiological and behavioral responses.
C)learned on the basis of experience with those stimuli.
D)the result of our interpretations of stimuli.

Accepted Answer

The James-Lange theory of emotion states that specific patterns of arousal and action are triggered by specific stimuli, leading to automatic physiological and behavioral responses. Therefore, emotions are based on these automatic responses rather than on a single pattern of arousal, learned experiences, or interpretations of stimuli.

Question 14

The old adage "Money can't buy you happiness" does not seem to be True in the research literature. Those with higher incomes or those who live in more affluent societies do tend to be happier. However, when is this not the case?
A)When people are extremely wealthy.
B)When people compare themselves to those who make more.
C)When people make bad investments.
D)None of these

Accepted Answer

When people compare themselves to those who make more, their happiness can be negatively impacted. This phenomenon is sometimes referred to as the "relative income hypothesis" and suggests that people's happiness is influenced not just by their absolute level of income, but also by how they compare to others around them. So, even if someone has a relatively high income, if they constantly compare themselves to those who make more, they may not experience the same level of happiness as someone with a lower income who does not engage in such comparisons.

Question 15

Which theory supports the following scenario: You see a bear, then you run as you think "danger," then you feel fear?
A)Cognitive Appraisal
B)Cannon-Bard
C)Common-Sense
D)James-Lange

Accepted Answer

The Cognitive Appraisal theory suggests that the interpretation or appraisal of a situation precedes the emotional response. In this scenario, the thought "danger" occurs before the feeling of fear, aligning with this theory.

Question 16

What does the research indicate about the common phrase "Money can't buy you happiness?"
A)The phrase is false, at least in that having money means you don't have to worry about it.
B)The phrase is false, money and happiness are unrelated.
C)The phrase is True, having more money actually leads to lower levels of happiness.
D)There is no research available on this topic.

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that while money itself may not directly buy happiness, having enough money to meet basic needs and avoid financial stress can contribute to a person's overall well-being and happiness.

Question 17

Which theory supports the following scenario: You see a bear, then your heart starts pounding, then you feel fear?
A)Cannon-Bard
B)Cognitive Appraisal
C)James-Lange
D)Common-Sense

Accepted Answer

The James-Lange theory of emotion suggests that physiological responses precede and determine the subjective experience of emotion. In other words, you first see the bear, then your body responds with a racing heart, and this bodily response triggers you to feel fear.

Question 18

According to Ekman (1987), if you were visiting Malaysia, you would ________ to understand people's emotions by observing their _________.
A)be able; facial expressions
B)not be able; language
C)be able; posture
D)not be able; facial expressions

Accepted Answer

According to Ekman (1987), facial expressions are a universal means of communicating emotions, so if one were to understand people's emotions in Malaysia, observing their facial expressions would be the best way to do so.

Question 19

A research method used photographs of people exhibiting different facial expressions and required participants to label the emotion demonstrated in each photograph. What did this procedure reveal?
A)Western cultures have unique facial expressions.
B)The photograph technique was useless.
C)Groups tested from all over the world agreed on the emotion exhibited by facial expression.
D)Even groups within a single culture failed to identify facial expressions consistently.

Accepted Answer

The procedure revealed that groups from different cultures could consistently identify emotions from facial expressions, suggesting that these expressions are universally recognized.

Question 20

Which theory of emotion would disagree with the statement: "Smile so you can be happy."?
A)Facial-Feedback Theory
B)James-Lange Theory
C)Cannon-Bard Theory
D)None of these

Accepted Answer

The Cannon-Bard Theory posits that emotions and physiological responses occur simultaneously and independently, so it would disagree with the idea that smiling (a physiological response) directly causes happiness (an emotion).

Quiz 8: Motivation and Emotion

The facial-feedback hypothesis argues that specific facial expressions

According to the Cannon-Bard Theory, an event simultaneously triggers

The Cannon-Bard theory disagrees with the James-Lange idea that

Happiness tends to be accompanied by _____________, an attitudinal aspect of happiness.

Which theory supports the following scenario: You see a tiger, you realize it could kill you, and then you feel afraid?

The statement, "Emotions accompany bodily responses rather than being produced by bodily change," supports the __________ theory.

Which of the following believe that genetic factors play a role in happiness?

The song "Put on a Happy Face" presents the view that facial expressions can influence emotional states. This claim is similar to that made by

Which theory of emotion would agree with the statement: "We are sad because we cry."

Which theory supports the following scenario: You see a tiger, then scream as you experience the fear?

Which of the following have been related to happiness?

Which field of psychology is interested in the study of positive emotions such as happiness and love, optimism and hope, joy and sensual pleasures?

According to the James-Lange theory of emotion, specific patterns of arousal and action are triggered by specific stimuli. The emotions we experience are, therefore,

The old adage "Money can't buy you happiness" does not seem to be True in the research literature. Those with higher incomes or those who live in more affluent societies do tend to be happier. However, when is this not the case?

Which theory supports the following scenario: You see a bear, then you run as you think "danger," then you feel fear?

What does the research indicate about the common phrase "Money can't buy you happiness?"

Which theory supports the following scenario: You see a bear, then your heart starts pounding, then you feel fear?

According to Ekman (1987) , if you were visiting Malaysia, you would to understand people's emotions by observing their _.

A research method used photographs of people exhibiting different facial expressions and required participants to label the emotion demonstrated in each photograph. What did this procedure reveal?

Which theory of emotion would disagree with the statement: "Smile so you can be happy."?