Worksheet: What is Psychology | Psychology Class 11 - Humanities/Arts PDF Download

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Q1: The formal definition of psychology involves the study of __________ processes, experiences, and behavior.

Q2: What are the three terms used in the definition of psychology? __________, __________, __________.

Q3: Mental processes include activities like __________, __________, and __________.

Q4: Experiences are subjective and dependent on a person's __________ and __________ conditions.

Q5: Behavior can be either __________ or __________.

Q6: According to psychology, behavior is an association between __________ and __________.

Q7: Who established the first psychology lab in Leipzig, Germany, in 1879?

Q8: Psychology is considered both a __________ and a __________ science today.

Q9: The mind relies on the brain for its existence, but it represents our __________, __________, and __________.

Q10: Which school of psychology used introspection to analyze the structure of the mind?

Assertion and Reason Based

Q1: Assertion: Psychology is a scientific study of the mind and behavior.
Reason: It seeks to understand how individuals think, feel, and behave.
(a) Both assertion and reason are true and related.
(b) Both assertion and reason are true but not related.
(c) Assertion is true, but the reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false, but the reason is true.

Q2: Assertion: Common sense and psychology both seek to predict behavior.
Reason: Common sense relies on hindsight, while psychology aims to explain behavior after it occurs.
(a) Both assertion and reason are true and related.
(b) Both assertion and reason are true but not related.
(c) Assertion is true, but the reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false, but the reason is true.

Q3: Assertion: Gestalt psychology emphasizes that our experiences are more than the inputs received from the environment.
Reason: Experience is holistic, forming a Gestalt.
(a) Both assertion and reason are true and related.
(b) Both assertion and reason are true but not related.
(c) Assertion is true, but the reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false, but the reason is true.

Q4: Assertion: Cognitive perspective in psychology focuses on how we know about the world.
Reason: Cognition is the process of learning.
(a) Both assertion and reason are true and related.
(b) Both assertion and reason are true but not related.
(c) Assertion is true, but the reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false, but the reason is true.

Q5: Assertion: Clinical psychology deals with the assessment and treatment of mental disorders.
Reason: Clinical psychologists work with individuals experiencing physical health problems.
(a) Both assertion and reason are true and related.
(b) Both assertion and reason are true but not related.
(c) Assertion is true, but the reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false, but the reason is true.

Very Short Answer Type Questions

Q1: What are the three terms used in the formal definition of psychology?

Q2: Define "mental processes."

Q3: Explain what "experiences" refer to in the context of psychology.

Q4: Differentiate between overt and covert behavior.

Q5: Who established the first psychology lab and where?

Q6: What is the primary focus of clinical psychology?

Q7: Name one branch of psychology that studies human development across the lifespan.

Q8: What does social psychology examine?

Q9: Briefly describe the role of neuropsychology.

Q10: How does psychology relate to the field of education?

Short Answer Type Questions

Q1: Explain the relationship between the mind and the brain, and provide an analogy.

Q2: Describe the evolution of psychology, including key schools of thought.

Q3: What is the main concept behind Gestalt psychology?

Q4: How does behaviorism differ from other schools of psychology?

Q5: Explain the humanistic perspective in psychology.

Q6: What is the primary focus of health psychology?

Q7: Briefly discuss the role of organizational psychologists in the workplace.

Q8: How does psychology relate to law, and what role does it play in the legal system?

Long Answer Type Questions

Q1: Discuss the development of psychology in India, highlighting its phases and changes over time.

Q2: Explain the main branches of psychology and their respective focuses.

Q3: Explore the interdisciplinary nature of psychology and its relationship with other disciplines, such as law, medicine, computer science, philosophy, education, and economics.

Q4: How does psychology find practical applications in everyday life, and how can knowledge of psychology enhance personal and social well-being?

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