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Class: XI
SEM-1 Psychology Sample Paper
Time Allowed: 3 Hours Maximum Marks: 70
General Instructions:
(i) All questions are compulsory.
(ii) Marks for each question are indicated against it.
(iii)Answers should be brief and to the point.
(iv) PART- A has 10 Learning Checks carrying one mark each. You are required to answer
them as directed.
(v) Questions 11 to 16 in PART- B are Very Short Answer type questions carrying 2 marks
each. Answer to each question should not exceed 30 words.
Page 2
Class: XI
SEM-1 Psychology Sample Paper
Time Allowed: 3 Hours Maximum Marks: 70
General Instructions:
(i) All questions are compulsory.
(ii) Marks for each question are indicated against it.
(iii)Answers should be brief and to the point.
(iv) PART- A has 10 Learning Checks carrying one mark each. You are required to answer
them as directed.
(v) Questions 11 to 16 in PART- B are Very Short Answer type questions carrying 2 marks
each. Answer to each question should not exceed 30 words.
(vi) Questions 17 to 20 in PART- C are Short Answer Type I questions carrying 3 marks
each. Answer to each question should not exceed 60 words.
(vii) Questions 21 to 26 in PART- D are Short Answer Type II questions carrying 4 marks
each. Answer to each question should not exceed 100 words.
(viii) Questions 27 and 28 in PART- E are Long Answer Type questions carrying 6 marks
each. Answer to each question should not exceed 200 words.
PART – A
1. Identify the correct sequence of the stages of evolution of Psychology. (1)
(a) Constructivism, Psychoanalysis, Behaviourism& Introspection
(b) Structuralism, Gestalt psychology, Behaviourism& Psychoanalysis
(c) Introspection, Humanistic approach, Functionalism & Cognitive perspective
(d) Constructivism, Structuralism, Behaviourism& Functionalism
2. The gap between two neurons is called ------------------------------- (1)
3 A scientist observes a worth of a statement on the basis of……… (1)
a) Data collection b) Evidence c) collection d) Both a and b
4. The brain and spinal cord comprise the following nervous system (1)
a. Peripheral b.Somatic
c.Central d.Autonomic
5. ………….. means consistency of tests results (1)
a) Relaiability b) Validity
c) Objectivity d) Subjectivity
6. ………………………….. refers to the extent to which the test measure what it claims to
measure. (1)
Page 3
Class: XI
SEM-1 Psychology Sample Paper
Time Allowed: 3 Hours Maximum Marks: 70
General Instructions:
(i) All questions are compulsory.
(ii) Marks for each question are indicated against it.
(iii)Answers should be brief and to the point.
(iv) PART- A has 10 Learning Checks carrying one mark each. You are required to answer
them as directed.
(v) Questions 11 to 16 in PART- B are Very Short Answer type questions carrying 2 marks
each. Answer to each question should not exceed 30 words.
(vi) Questions 17 to 20 in PART- C are Short Answer Type I questions carrying 3 marks
each. Answer to each question should not exceed 60 words.
(vii) Questions 21 to 26 in PART- D are Short Answer Type II questions carrying 4 marks
each. Answer to each question should not exceed 100 words.
(viii) Questions 27 and 28 in PART- E are Long Answer Type questions carrying 6 marks
each. Answer to each question should not exceed 200 words.
PART – A
1. Identify the correct sequence of the stages of evolution of Psychology. (1)
(a) Constructivism, Psychoanalysis, Behaviourism& Introspection
(b) Structuralism, Gestalt psychology, Behaviourism& Psychoanalysis
(c) Introspection, Humanistic approach, Functionalism & Cognitive perspective
(d) Constructivism, Structuralism, Behaviourism& Functionalism
2. The gap between two neurons is called ------------------------------- (1)
3 A scientist observes a worth of a statement on the basis of……… (1)
a) Data collection b) Evidence c) collection d) Both a and b
4. The brain and spinal cord comprise the following nervous system (1)
a. Peripheral b.Somatic
c.Central d.Autonomic
5. ………….. means consistency of tests results (1)
a) Relaiability b) Validity
c) Objectivity d) Subjectivity
6. ………………………….. refers to the extent to which the test measure what it claims to
measure. (1)
7.The process by which an individual grows and changes throughout the lifecycle is termed
as……… (1)
a) Growth b) Development
c) Evolution d) None of the above
8. Name any two reflexes present in the newborn.(1/2 X2=1)
9. …………. and ……….. are the receptors for vision (1)
10. The situation where one interviewer interviews another person is called …………. (1)
a) Individual to group b) Group to individual
c) Individual to individual d) Group to group
PART - B
11. Mention any TWO functions of educational psychologist? (1+1=2)
12. What is co relational method of psychology (2)
13. Explain genotype and phenotype (1+1=2)
14. What is `` All – or none law ``? (2)
15. What is Span of Attention? (2)
16. What arevariables? State any TWO variables (1+1=2)
PART – C
17 Define case study .State anyTWOcharacteristics of a case study (1+2=3)
18. Differentiate between psychologist and a psychiatrist. (1.5+1.5=3)
19. What is development? How is it different from growth and maturation? (1+2)
20. Describes how neurons transmit information? (3)
PART – D
21. Explain the application of psychology in daily life (4)
22.ExplainBronfenbrenner contextual view of development (4)
23. Socialization is a process by which individuals acquire knowledge, skills and dispositions
which enable them to participate as effective members of group and society. It is a process that
Page 4
Class: XI
SEM-1 Psychology Sample Paper
Time Allowed: 3 Hours Maximum Marks: 70
General Instructions:
(i) All questions are compulsory.
(ii) Marks for each question are indicated against it.
(iii)Answers should be brief and to the point.
(iv) PART- A has 10 Learning Checks carrying one mark each. You are required to answer
them as directed.
(v) Questions 11 to 16 in PART- B are Very Short Answer type questions carrying 2 marks
each. Answer to each question should not exceed 30 words.
(vi) Questions 17 to 20 in PART- C are Short Answer Type I questions carrying 3 marks
each. Answer to each question should not exceed 60 words.
(vii) Questions 21 to 26 in PART- D are Short Answer Type II questions carrying 4 marks
each. Answer to each question should not exceed 100 words.
(viii) Questions 27 and 28 in PART- E are Long Answer Type questions carrying 6 marks
each. Answer to each question should not exceed 200 words.
PART – A
1. Identify the correct sequence of the stages of evolution of Psychology. (1)
(a) Constructivism, Psychoanalysis, Behaviourism& Introspection
(b) Structuralism, Gestalt psychology, Behaviourism& Psychoanalysis
(c) Introspection, Humanistic approach, Functionalism & Cognitive perspective
(d) Constructivism, Structuralism, Behaviourism& Functionalism
2. The gap between two neurons is called ------------------------------- (1)
3 A scientist observes a worth of a statement on the basis of……… (1)
a) Data collection b) Evidence c) collection d) Both a and b
4. The brain and spinal cord comprise the following nervous system (1)
a. Peripheral b.Somatic
c.Central d.Autonomic
5. ………….. means consistency of tests results (1)
a) Relaiability b) Validity
c) Objectivity d) Subjectivity
6. ………………………….. refers to the extent to which the test measure what it claims to
measure. (1)
7.The process by which an individual grows and changes throughout the lifecycle is termed
as……… (1)
a) Growth b) Development
c) Evolution d) None of the above
8. Name any two reflexes present in the newborn.(1/2 X2=1)
9. …………. and ……….. are the receptors for vision (1)
10. The situation where one interviewer interviews another person is called …………. (1)
a) Individual to group b) Group to individual
c) Individual to individual d) Group to group
PART - B
11. Mention any TWO functions of educational psychologist? (1+1=2)
12. What is co relational method of psychology (2)
13. Explain genotype and phenotype (1+1=2)
14. What is `` All – or none law ``? (2)
15. What is Span of Attention? (2)
16. What arevariables? State any TWO variables (1+1=2)
PART – C
17 Define case study .State anyTWOcharacteristics of a case study (1+2=3)
18. Differentiate between psychologist and a psychiatrist. (1.5+1.5=3)
19. What is development? How is it different from growth and maturation? (1+2)
20. Describes how neurons transmit information? (3)
PART – D
21. Explain the application of psychology in daily life (4)
22.ExplainBronfenbrenner contextual view of development (4)
23. Socialization is a process by which individuals acquire knowledge, skills and dispositions
which enable them to participate as effective members of group and society. It is a process that
continues over the entire life span and through which one learns develops ways of effective
functioning at any stage of development. It forms the basis of social and cultural transmission
from one generation to the next. Its failure in any society may endanger the very existence of that
society. (2+1+1=4)
1. Why socialization is necessary in daily life
2. What is the age criterion of socialization?
3. What is the basis of socialization?
24. Name the major schools of psychology. Explain any TWO.(2+2=4)
25. What are the goals of psychological enquiry? Also explain the steps required for
psychological enquiry.(2+2=4)
26. Explain any FOUR factors influencing the formation of identity during adolescence. Support
your answer with examples. (4)
PART – E
27 “Adolescence is a period of making choices pressure careers building of self and
uncertainties”. Describe the psychological changes and the problems that an adolescent may go
through during this period of life. (3+3=6)
OR
Explain in detail any THREE endocrine glands and the hormones secreted by them. (2X3)6
28. Human behavior can be controlled and modified through the application of psychological
principles. In this regard explain the relation of psychology with THREE other disciplines?
(2X3)6
OR
Identify and explain the most appropriate enquiry for the following research problems
(2X3=6)
1. Does noise pollution influence the problem solving ability of the individual
2. Should there be address code for the college students
3. Tracking major life events of your favorite leader.
…………………………………………………………………………………………………….
Page 5
Class: XI
SEM-1 Psychology Sample Paper
Time Allowed: 3 Hours Maximum Marks: 70
General Instructions:
(i) All questions are compulsory.
(ii) Marks for each question are indicated against it.
(iii)Answers should be brief and to the point.
(iv) PART- A has 10 Learning Checks carrying one mark each. You are required to answer
them as directed.
(v) Questions 11 to 16 in PART- B are Very Short Answer type questions carrying 2 marks
each. Answer to each question should not exceed 30 words.
(vi) Questions 17 to 20 in PART- C are Short Answer Type I questions carrying 3 marks
each. Answer to each question should not exceed 60 words.
(vii) Questions 21 to 26 in PART- D are Short Answer Type II questions carrying 4 marks
each. Answer to each question should not exceed 100 words.
(viii) Questions 27 and 28 in PART- E are Long Answer Type questions carrying 6 marks
each. Answer to each question should not exceed 200 words.
PART – A
1. Identify the correct sequence of the stages of evolution of Psychology. (1)
(a) Constructivism, Psychoanalysis, Behaviourism& Introspection
(b) Structuralism, Gestalt psychology, Behaviourism& Psychoanalysis
(c) Introspection, Humanistic approach, Functionalism & Cognitive perspective
(d) Constructivism, Structuralism, Behaviourism& Functionalism
2. The gap between two neurons is called ------------------------------- (1)
3 A scientist observes a worth of a statement on the basis of……… (1)
a) Data collection b) Evidence c) collection d) Both a and b
4. The brain and spinal cord comprise the following nervous system (1)
a. Peripheral b.Somatic
c.Central d.Autonomic
5. ………….. means consistency of tests results (1)
a) Relaiability b) Validity
c) Objectivity d) Subjectivity
6. ………………………….. refers to the extent to which the test measure what it claims to
measure. (1)
7.The process by which an individual grows and changes throughout the lifecycle is termed
as……… (1)
a) Growth b) Development
c) Evolution d) None of the above
8. Name any two reflexes present in the newborn.(1/2 X2=1)
9. …………. and ……….. are the receptors for vision (1)
10. The situation where one interviewer interviews another person is called …………. (1)
a) Individual to group b) Group to individual
c) Individual to individual d) Group to group
PART - B
11. Mention any TWO functions of educational psychologist? (1+1=2)
12. What is co relational method of psychology (2)
13. Explain genotype and phenotype (1+1=2)
14. What is `` All – or none law ``? (2)
15. What is Span of Attention? (2)
16. What arevariables? State any TWO variables (1+1=2)
PART – C
17 Define case study .State anyTWOcharacteristics of a case study (1+2=3)
18. Differentiate between psychologist and a psychiatrist. (1.5+1.5=3)
19. What is development? How is it different from growth and maturation? (1+2)
20. Describes how neurons transmit information? (3)
PART – D
21. Explain the application of psychology in daily life (4)
22.ExplainBronfenbrenner contextual view of development (4)
23. Socialization is a process by which individuals acquire knowledge, skills and dispositions
which enable them to participate as effective members of group and society. It is a process that
continues over the entire life span and through which one learns develops ways of effective
functioning at any stage of development. It forms the basis of social and cultural transmission
from one generation to the next. Its failure in any society may endanger the very existence of that
society. (2+1+1=4)
1. Why socialization is necessary in daily life
2. What is the age criterion of socialization?
3. What is the basis of socialization?
24. Name the major schools of psychology. Explain any TWO.(2+2=4)
25. What are the goals of psychological enquiry? Also explain the steps required for
psychological enquiry.(2+2=4)
26. Explain any FOUR factors influencing the formation of identity during adolescence. Support
your answer with examples. (4)
PART – E
27 “Adolescence is a period of making choices pressure careers building of self and
uncertainties”. Describe the psychological changes and the problems that an adolescent may go
through during this period of life. (3+3=6)
OR
Explain in detail any THREE endocrine glands and the hormones secreted by them. (2X3)6
28. Human behavior can be controlled and modified through the application of psychological
principles. In this regard explain the relation of psychology with THREE other disciplines?
(2X3)6
OR
Identify and explain the most appropriate enquiry for the following research problems
(2X3=6)
1. Does noise pollution influence the problem solving ability of the individual
2. Should there be address code for the college students
3. Tracking major life events of your favorite leader.
…………………………………………………………………………………………………….
MARKING SCHEME OF SAMPLE PAPER 1
Class XI
SEM 1- PSYCHOLOGY
QUESTIONS ANSWERS DISTRIBUTION
OF MARKS
PART-A
Q1
Q2
Q3
Q4
Q5
Q6
Q7
Q8
Q9
Q10
b)
Synaptic cleft
d) Both a and b
c) Central
Reliability
Validity
b)Development
Sucking, Sneezing, Knee jerk etc
Cones and Rods
c)Individual to individual
1Mark
1Mark
1Mark
1Mark
1Mark
1Mark
1mark
1Mark
1Mark
1Mark
PART-B
Q11
Q12
Q13
Q14
Following are the two functions of educational psychology
1. Help in developing instructional methods and
material.
2. Concerned with the issues of relevance for
education , counseling and learning problems.
Correlation method is the research method in which
researchers attempt to determine whether and to what
extent different variables are related to each other. It is
divided into
a) Positive correlation
b) Negative correlation
c) Zero correlation
Genotype- actual genetic material or a person genetic
structure and heritage.
Phenotype- way an individual is expressed in observable
and measureable characteristic example –physical traits like
weight , height etc
All or none law is the rule that neurons will always respond
with its complete strength i.e. potential, action to a stimulus
or will not respond at all regardless of the stimulus
magnitude
1+1=2Marks
2Marks
1+1=2Marks
2 Marks
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