HALF YEARLY EXAMINATION

2023-2024
SUBJECT: PSYCHOLOGY
CLASS – XII

Time: 3 hour M.M:70

General instructions:
All questions are compulsory except where internal choice has been given.
● Question Nos. 1 -15 in Section A carry 1 mark each. You are expected to
answer them as directed.
● Question Nos. 16-21 in Section B are very short answer type-I questions
carrying 2 marks each. Answer to each question should not exceed 30 words.
● Question Nos. 22-24 in Section C are short answer type-II questions carrying
3 marks each. Answer to each question should not exceed 60 words.
● Question Nos. 25 - 28 in Section D are long answer type questions carrying 4
marks each. Answer to each question should not exceed 120 words.
● Question Nos. 29-30 in Section E are long answer type questions carrying 6

● marks each . Answer to each question should not exceed 200 words.

● Question Nos. 31 – 34 in Section F are based on two cases given. Answer to

each one mark question should not exceed 20 words. Answer to each two-
mark question should not exceed 30 words.

PART-A (1*15=15)

1. If a person has the skill of understanding the motives, feelings and behaviours of other
people, he/she is said to have
a. Interpersonal Intelligence
b. Intrapersonal intelligence
c. Linguistic intelligence
d. Social intelligence

2. Ability to use past experiences creatively to solve novel problems is known as:
a. Componential intelligence
b. Interpersonal intelligence
c. Intrapersonal intelligence
d. Experiential intelligence
3. The cognitive aspect of self that plays an important role in fulfilment of a long term goal
and emphasizes on non-attachment with worldly desires is......
a. Observation
b. Self regulation
c. Self esteem
d. Self concept

4. In the question given below, there are two statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason
(R). Read the statements and choose the correct option.
Assertion (A): Deficits in adaptive behaviour or the capacity to be independent and deal
effectively with one’s environment.
Reason (R): Deficits must be observed during the developmental period, i.e. between 0-18
yrs.
Options:
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
b. Both A and R are true and R is not the correct explanation of A.
c. A is true but R is false.
d. A is false but R is true

5. Emotional Intelligence is a set of skills that underlie accurate appraisal, expression, and
regulation of emotion, choose the statements which are true for emotional intelligence.
i. Emotionally intelligent persons perceives and are sensitive to others feelings and emotions.
ii. Emotionally intelligent persons are not able to understand powerful influence of the nature
and intensity of others emotions.
iii. Emotionally intelligent persons have the ability to monitor one’s own and other’s
emotions.
iv. Emotionally intelligent are not able to relate their emotions to their thoughts.
a. ii, iii
b. i, ii
c. i, iii
d. ii, iv

6. Anupam lacks patience, exhibits high motivation, feels burdened with work and always
seems to be in a hurry. He needs to take care of himself as such people are prone to ailments
like:
a. Cancer
b. Depression
c. Coronary Heart Disease
d. None of the above

7. Assertion (A): Strong sense of self-efficacy allows people to select, influence, and even
construct the circumstances of their own life.
Reason (R): Society, parents and their own positive experiences can help in the development
of a strong sense of self-efficacy by presenting positive models during the formative years of
children.
Options:
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
b. Both A and R are true and R is not the correct explanation of A.
c. A is true but R is false.
d. A is false but R is true
8. The advantage of projective personality tests is that they are not .......... to the subject.
a. transparent
b. Opaque
c. translucent
d. Understood

9. Parth was unable to decide about the topic of the project he had to submit for the final
examination. He, therefore, did not complete the work before the deadline, was unable to
concentrate on the task at hand and seemed to suffer from mental overload.
The above signs are exhibiting ............... effect of stress.
a. Emotional
b. Physiological
c. Cognitive
d. Behavioural

10. Conflicts may occur between two or more ............ needs or motives.
a. compatible
b. Incompatible
c. basic
d. Complex

11. Assertion (A): After visualising one must set oneself a realistic goal, as it helps build
confidence.
Reason (R): It is easier to visualise if one’s mind is quiet, body is relaxed and eyes are
closed.

Options:
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
b. Both A and R are true and R is not the correct explanation of A.
c. A is true but R is false.
d. A is false but R is true

12. Biological factors which influence our behaviour are...

a. Faulty genes
b. Endocrine imbalances
c. Malnutrition
d. All of the above

13. Sania keeps organizing her cupboard the whole day. Even the thought of somebody
messing it, keeps her distracted in class and makes her anxious. Such symptoms are typical of
which disorder?
a. Generalized Anxiety Disorder
b. Phobia
c. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
d. PTSD

14. The craze for thinness valued by models and actors is termed as ..........
a. Anorexia nervosa
b. Bulimia nervosa
c. Binge eating
d. None of the above

15.Assertion(A): Humanistic–existential model focuses on broader aspect of human

personality.
Reason (R): Humanistic believe that human beings are born with a natural tendency to be
friendly, cooperative and constructive.

Options:
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
b. Both A and R are true and R is not the correct explanation of A.
c. A is true but R is false.
d. A is false but R is true

PART-B (2*6=12)

16. What is a psychological test?

Or
The phenomena of student-teacher interaction in a classroom can be easily studied by
psychologists. Critically evaluate the assessment method that will be used here.

17. Enlist the four areas of self-esteem.

18. Differentiate between self as a subject and self as an object.

19. Tarun is unable to decide whether to study dance or music as he likes both. Is he
frustrated or facing a conflict? Explain briefly.

20. Reema on being left alone becomes very upset, overly clingy, has problems falling asleep
and doesn’t want to go to school. Identify the disorder and explain.

21. What is deinstitutionalisation?

PART-C (3*3=9)

22. Describe the hierarchical model of intelligence.

Or
Neha has a high aptitude for science, especially biology. But no matter how much
everyone tries to teach her, she is just not interested in the subject. Her parents want her to
be a doctor. Do you think she’ll succeed as a doctor?

23. Differentiate between repression and regression.

24. How social support can lead to positive health and well being?

PART – D (4*4=16)
25. Despite of getting positions in competitive exams, children often end their lives due to
small failure or when they do not get what they expect. What aspect of intelligence does it
indicate? Elaborate.

26. State the characteristics of Type A, Type B, Type C and Type D personality.

27. Mohit misses school whenever his assignments are not complete to avoid getting
punishment. Which coping mechanism is he using? Which two life skills can help him to
cope better?

28. Discuss the risk factors associated with suicide. What are the symptoms that help in
identifying students in distress? Examine some ways to foster self-esteem in students.

PART – E (6*2=12)
29. Discuss how inter play of nature and nurture influence intelligence. Distinguish between
culture-fair and culture- biased tests.
Or
State the four competencies of intelligence in the Indian tradition.

30. Describe the different stages of personality developed by Freud.

Or
Explain the techniques of behavioural analysis used in personality assessment.

PART- F

Read the case and answer the questions that follow.

'My story about work-related stress'
Looking back on my life, I recognize that I have always struggled with anxiety. In
relationships, friendships or at work. However, I misunderstood those feelings for a long
time, thinking that my hyper vigilance was a positive thing which made me more productive
and in-tune with others. I remember a badge I bought for myself in my early 20s which I had
on my desk at work. It said “I thrive on stress. Please hassle me.” I was always on the go,
feeling like I had an edge that motivated me. The truth was that I felt anxious almost all the
time. I worked in the same organization for over 20 years. I loved managing my small team
of staff and felt that I thrived on the stress of work. I was in a job which I perceived to be
rewarding and stressful in equal measure. I was the problem solver, the one to volunteer for
any task. I worked extra hours and felt a great sense of responsibility in my role. However, in
early 2012, I began to struggle to manage the stress of my job. Thoughts and worries about
work seeped into every part of my life. I would wake up at night with palpitations, worrying
about a task I had not completed, or trying to remember if I had sent an urgent email. I found
that my mind wandered to work whilst I was spending time with my family. I withdrew from
friends as I didn’t have the headspace to switch off and relax.

31. “I thrive on stress. Please hassle me.”Explain the type of stress being referred to here. 1
32. “Thoughts and worries about work seeped into every part of my life. I would wake up at
night with palpitations, worrying about a task I had not completed, or trying to remember if I
had sent an urgent email. I found that my mind wandered to work whilst I was spending time
with my family.” Suggest and explain two stress management techniques that the writer could
use. 2

Read the case and answer the questions that follow.

A 27year old, athletic young man has an intense fear of needles. He tries to rationalise his
fear by explaining that he is just being cautious and protecting himself from acquired
immunodeficiency disease syndrome (AIDS). He realises that his fear is irrational but is
unable to control it. The patient has fainted twice in the past when his blood was drawn
during a physical examination. He becomes extremely anxious at the sight of a needle and
worries for days before an appointment with his physician or dentist.

33. Identify the disorder. 1

34. What is OCD? Explain. 2