CHAPTER – 1

VARIATIONS IN PSYCHOLOGICAL ATTRIBUTES

CUET BASED QUESTIONS (1 MARK)

1.Two statements are given in the question below as Assertion (A) and Reasoning (R).
Read the statements and choose the appropriate option.
Assertion (A): DAT is most commonly used in educational settings
Reason (R): DAT is a type of Multiple Aptitude Test Battery
a. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
c. A is true, R is false
d. A is false, R is true

2. Two statements are given in the question below as Assertion (A) and Reasoning (R).
Read the statements and choose the appropriate option
Assertion (A): A group intelligence test can be administered to several persons simultaneously
Reason (R): Group tests do not allow an opportunity to be familiar with the subjects’ feelings
a. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
c. A is true, R is false
d. A is false, R is true

3. Two statements are given in the question below as Assertion (A) and Reasoning (R).
Read the statements and choose the appropriate option
Assertion (A): Anuradha is sensitive to various types of emotions in others by noting their body
language and voice and tone.
Reason(R): She is probably high on emotional intelligence.
a. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
b. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
c. A is true, R is false.
d. A is false, R is true

4. Two statements are given in the question below as Assertion (A) and Reasoning (R).
Read the statements and choose the appropriate option
Assertion (A): A person with high IQ is not necessarily creative.
Reasoning (B): Both high and low level of creativity can be found in highly intelligent children
and children of average intelligence.
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. Two statements are given in the question below as Assertion (A) and Reasoning (R).
Read the statements and choose the appropriate option
Assertion (A): Poor performance on a test may attach a stigma to children and thereby adversely
affect their performance and self-respect.
Reason (R): This is one of the misuses of intelligence tests.
a. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
c. A is true, R is false
d. A is false, R is true

6. Two statements are given in the question below as Assertion (A) and Reasoning (R).
Read the statements and choose the appropriate option
Assertion(A): individual differences refer to distinctiveness and variations among people’s
characteristics and behavior patterns.
Reason (R): Individuals of a particular community have same characteristics and behavioral
pattern.
a. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
c. A is true, R is false
d. A is false, R is true

7. Two statements are given in the question below as Assertion (A) and Reasoning (R).
Read the statements and choose the appropriate option
Assertion (A): PASS model is categorized under psychometric approach of intelligence.
Reason (R): The functioning of the processes of PASS model is not interdependent on each
other.
a. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
c. A is true, R is false
d. A is false, R is true

8. Two statements are given in the question below as Assertion(A) and Reasoning(R). Read the
statements and choose the appropriate option.
Two statements are given in the question below as Assertion(A) and Reasoning(R). Read the
statements and choose the appropriate option.
Assertion (A): Some verbal tests require responses in written form.
Reason(R): Verbal tests can only be administered to literate people
a. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
c. A is true, R is false
d. A is false, R is true

9. Two statements are given in the question below as Assertion(A) and Reasoning(R). Read the
statements and choose the appropriate option
Assertion (A): Emotional intelligence is the set of skills that underlie accurate assessment,
evaluation, expression and regulation of situations.
Reason (R): Emotional intelligence is the basis of empathy for others, self-awareness and social
skills.
a. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
c. A is true, but R is false
d. A is false, but R is true

10. Two statements are given in the question below as Assertion(A) and Reasoning(R). Read the
statements and choose the appropriate option
Assertion (A): Researchers have found that the relationship between creativity and intelligence
is positive.
Reason (R): All creative acts require some minimum ability to acquire knowledge and capacity
to comprehend, retain and retrieve.
a. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
c. A is true, but R is false
d. A is false, but R is true

11. Two statements are given in the question below as Assertion(A) and Reasoning(R). Read the
statements and choose the appropriate option
Assertion (A): Contextual practical intelligence involves the ability to deal with environmental
demands encountered on a daily basis.
Reason (R): People high on this aspect easily adapt to their present environment or select a more
favorable environment than the existing one, or modify the environment to fit their needs
a. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true, but 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. Two statements are given in the question below as Assertion(A) and Reasoning(R). Read the
statements and choose the appropriate option
Assertion (A): Interest is a preference for a particular activity whereas aptitude is the potentiality
to perform a certain activity.
Reason (R): Ayesha has high mechanical aptitude and strong interest in engineering so she’s
more likely to be a successful mechanical engineer
a. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
c. A is true, but R is false
d. A is false, but R is true

13. Two statements are given in the question below as Assertion(A) and Reasoning(R). Read the
statements and choose the appropriate option
Assertion (A): Performance tests require subjects to manipulate objects and other materials to
perform a task.
Reason (R): RPM requires the subject to examine an incomplete pattern and choose a figure
from the alternatives that will complete the pattern.
a. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
c. A is true, but R is false
d. A is false, but R is true

14.Two statements are given in the question below as Assertion(A) and Reasoning(R). Read the
statements and choose the appropriate option
Assertion (A): Intelligence is not a single entity.
Reason (R): Various types of intelligence exist independent of each other
a. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
c. A is true, but R is false
d. A is false, but R is true

15. Two statements are given in the question below as Assertion(A) and Reasoning(R). Read the
statements and choose the appropriate option
Assertion (A): Spatial Intelligence is used while navigating in Space, forming, transforming and
using mental images.
Reason (R): Spatial Intelligence is involved in perceiving the formation of images on three
dimensions.
a. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
c. A is true, but R is false
d. A is false, but R is true

16.The notion of contextual intelligence implies that intelligence is a product of: (CUET)
a. Heredity c. nature
b. Experiences d. environment

17. According to Robert Sternberg, a wrestler like Geeta Phogat or a boxer like Mary Kom
would be high on:
a. Contextual intelligence b. Componential intelligence
c. Experiential intelligence d. Intrapersonal intelligence

18. J.P. Guilford’s Structure of intellect model has _________cells. (CUET)

a. 150 b. 160
c. 170 d. 180

19. Rahul is very sensitive to sounds and can produce, create and manipulate musical patterns.
He is high in:
a. Musical Intelligence b. Linguistic intelligence
c. Spatial intelligence d. Naturalistic intelligence

20. Raven’s Progressive Matrices (RPM) Test of Intelligence is an example of

a. Arousal b. Attention
c. Simultaneous processing d.Successive processing

21. Abhishek respects social orders, committed to elders, concerned about others and recognize
other’s perspectives. He is high in:
a) Cognitive capacity c) Social competence
b) Emotional competence d) Entrepreneurial competence

22. The first formal test of general intelligence that appeared in 1905 was the:
a. Binet- Simon Scale b. Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale
c. Wechsler Intelligence Scale for children d. Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scale
23. Anirudh is great at math and interpersonal reasoning, but he seems to struggle with verbal
skills and ability. Which theorist would support the idea that it is possible for a person to have
separate or multiple intelligence?
a. Charles Spearman b. Howard Gardner
c. Alfred Binet d. Noam Chomsky

24. Generating a single correct answer to an intelligence test question illustrates which type of
thinking?
a. Divergent b. Convergent
c. Creative d.Analogy

25. Many studies suggest that intelligence is affected by:

a. primarily genetic factors
b. primarily environmental factors
c. both genetic and environmental factors
d. level of education

26. Peter is not only in touch with his own feelings but understands the feelings of others and
gets along well with almost everyone he meets. He may be high in which kind of intelligence?
a. Emotional b. Social
c. Linguistic d. Interpersonal

27.A nine-year-old child with a mental age of twelve would have what IQ?
a.133 b. 75
c 108 d.120

28. Identify the formula for calculating intelligence quotient.

a. IQ = MA / CA x 100 b. IQ = CA / MA x 100
c. IQ = MA + CA x 100 d. IQ = MA x CA x 100
29. Intelligence is composed of one general factor (g) and several specific factors (s).Who gave
this theory?
a. Spearman b. Guilford
c. Sternberg d. Gardner

30. PASS model of intelligence was proposed by :

a. J.P. Das, Jack Naglieri, and Kirby b .Jack Naglieri, Binet
b. Binet, Terman and Kirby d. None of the above

ANSWERS
1- a. 2. a. 3. Option A 4.b.5.b. 6. c. 7. c. 8. b.9. a. 10. a. 11. a 12. A. 13. b. 14. a.
15. A. 16. d. 17. B. 18. d.19. a. 20. b. 21. b. 22. a. 23. b. 24. b. 25. c. 26. d.
27. b. 28. Ans- a. 29. a. 30. a.

Very Short Type Answers: (2markers)

1.What are the two areas of differences in Human Functioning?

2. What do you mean by individual differences?
3.Why does the behavior of an individual vary from situation to situation?
4.What are intelligence tests?
5. What is the information processing approach?
6. Cite differences between formal assessment and informal assessment?
7. State one advantage of Intelligence Tests.
8. Differentiate between Interest and Aptitude?
9. Give the definition proposed by Wechsler.
10.What is the main difference between psychometric approach and information
processing
11. Mention the three dimensions of Structure-of-Intellect Model.
 12.Who proposed the Theory of Primary Mental Abilities?
13.What are the two categories of intellectual functioning?
14. State the characteristics of Emotionally Intelligent people.
15. Mention the cultural factors that affect Technological Intelligence.
16.What is the difference between ‘G’ factor and ‘S’ factors an exceptional general ability
shown in superior performance in wide variety
. 17. Differentiate between individual and group test.
18.Mention any four indicators of giftedness?
HINT 1. Advance logical thinking 2. Independent and creative thinking 3. High speed in
perceiving details 4. Superior generalization and discrimination ability

Short Type Answers: (3 markers)

1. Cite the major difference between talent and giftedness?

2. How does a teacher view giftedness?
3. How can you identify a gifted child?
4. State the differences between Culture Fair Tests and Culture Biased Tests.
5. Differentiate between Technological Intelligence and Integral Intelligence.
6. How did Vygotsky view culture?
7. Mention the characteristics of a gifted child.
8. Explain briefly the facets of intelligence in the Indian Tradition?
9. How can you measure Aptitude?
10. Differentiate between verbal and non-verbal tests.
11. What is observational learning?
12. State two ways in which environment influences human behavior.
13. Explain Naturalistic Intelligence?
14. Differentiate between interpersonal and intrapersonal intelligence?
15. What is planning in intelligence according to J.P.Das?
16. How does Binet define intelligence?
17. Explain contextual intelligence.
18. What is a psychological test?
19. What is the difference between creativity and intelligence test?
20. Describe the key features of case study method?
21. Why is emotional intelligence receiving increasing attention of educators?
HINT-Salovey and Mayer who considered emotional intelligence as “the ability to monitor one’s
own and other’s emotions, to discriminate among them, and to use the information to guide one’s
thinking and actions”
22. Any three Assessment Methods used by Psychologist. 3
HINT-Psychological Test: is used to measure an individual's mental and/or behavioural
characteristics.
Interview: is a process of getting information from a person on a one-to-one basis.
23. Defined Mental Retardation. Analyse the levels of Mental Retardation.
HINT-Mental retardation is defined as "significantly sub-average general intellectual functioning
existing concurrently with deficits in adaptive behaviour and manifested during the
developmental period".
24. Explain theory of Primary Mental Abilities by Louis Thurstone ?3
HINT-As per Louis Thurstone intelligence consists of seven primary abilities, each of which is
relatively independent of the others. These primary abilities are:
(i) Verbal Comprehension (ii) Numerical Abilities (iii) Spatial Relations (iv) Perceptual Speed
(v) Word Fluency (vi) Memory (vii) Inductive Reasoning

Long Type Answers: (4 markers)

1.What are the different methods used for psychological assessment?

2.Differentiate between the two variations in Intelligence levels?
3.What are the various types of Intelligence tests available?
4.Differentiate between simultaneous and successive processing. Give suitable examples.
5.Describe the status of intelligence testing in India?
6. What are the uses of aptitude tests?
7. Is the concept of intelligence similar across cultures?
8. How are intelligence tests defined?
9. Explain the competencies of Indian notion of intelligence.
10.Define creativity with its features.
11.Explain theory of Primary Mental Abilities by Louis Thurstone ?3
HINT-As per Louis Thurstone intelligence consists of seven primary abilities, each of which is
relatively independent of the others. These primary abilities are:(i) Verbal Comprehension (ii)
Numerical Abilities (iii) Spatial Relations (iv) Perceptual Speed (v) Word Fluency (vi) Memory
(vii) Inductive Reasoning
Very Long Type Answers (6 markers)

1.What are the various domains of psychological attributes?

2.What are the components of PASS model of Intelligence?
3.Name the famous psychologists credited for developing creativity tests. State the basic features
of Creativity tests
4.. Explain the Theory of Multiple Intelligence in detail?
5.Do you think a good IQ and scholastic record is not enough to be successful in life? Why?
6.What is intellectual disability? State its features.
7.What is information processing approach of intelligence?
8. How are IQ scores distributed in a population?
9.Explain any two methods used for psychological assessment.
10.Elucidate the differences in various areas of functioning at different levels of mental
retardation.
11.Describe Robert Sternberg’s Triarchic theory of intelligence.
12.Differentiate between ‘technological intelligence’ and integral intelligence.’ Elaborate the
concept of intelligence in Indian tradition
13.As a student of Class XII, you wish to score very high marks in your Board examination. You
start planning for the same by attending classes regularly, taking notes, setting study targets, etc.
Identify and explain the theory of intelligence which includes planning as an essential feature
14.Raj and Raghu are exceptionally intelligent children of highly successful doctor parents.
While Raj is their biological child, Raghu is an adopted one. How can you explain the
similarities in their intelligence with their doctor parents? What type of test would you suggest to
assess their intelligence?

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