30 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) focusing on Hans Eysenck's and Carl Jung's theories of personality

30 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) focusing on Hans Eysenck's and Carl Jung's theories of personality, along with their answers.

 

Hans Eysenck’s Theory

1. Hans Eysenck’s theory of personality includes which three major dimensions?

   - a) Extraversion, Neuroticism, Psychoticism

   - b) Openness, Conscientiousness, Agreeableness

   - c) Introversion, Extraversion, Stability

   - d) Id, Ego, Superego

   - Answer: a) Extraversion, Neuroticism, Psychoticism

 

2. According to Eysenck, which trait is characterized by sociability and assertiveness?

   - a) Neuroticism

   - b) Psychoticism

   - c) Extraversion

   - d) Introversion

   - Answer: c) Extraversion

 

. Eysenck believed that personality differences were rooted in:

   - a) Childhood experiences

   - b) Unconscious motives

   - c) Biological and genetic factors

   - d) Social learning

   - Answer: c) Biological and genetic factors

 

4. Which of the following traits is NOT part of Eysenck’s three-factor model?

   - a) Extraversion

   - b) Neuroticism

   - c) Psychoticism

   - d) Conscientiousness

   - Answer: d) Conscientiousness

 

5. Eysenck used what type of methodology to identify the major dimensions of personality?

   - a) Case studies

   - b) Longitudinal research

   - c) Factor analysis

   - d) Naturalistic observation

   - Answer: c) Factor analysis

 

6. In Eysenck’s theory, a person high in neuroticism would likely be:

   - a) Calm and emotionally stable

   - b) Anxious and moody

   - c) Sociable and outgoing

   - d) Creative and independent

   - Answer: b) Anxious and moody

 

7. Psychoticism in Eysenck’s model is associated with:

   - a) Conformity and sociability

   - b) Aggressiveness and interpersonal hostility

   - c) Emotional stability and calmness

   - d) Creativity and openness to experience

   - Answer: b) Aggressiveness and interpersonal hostility

 

8. Which tool did Eysenck develop to measure personality traits?

   - a) MMPI

   - b) 16PF

   - c) EPQ (Eysenck Personality Questionnaire)

   - d) NEO-PI-R

   - Answer: c) EPQ (Eysenck Personality Questionnaire)

 

9. According to Eysenck, individuals high in extraversion are typically:

   - a) Reserved and introspective

   - b) Sociable and active

   - c) Anxious and tense

   - d) Conforming and obedient

   - Answer: b) Sociable and active

 

10. Which of the following statements best reflects Eysenck's view on the nature vs. nurture debate?

    - a) Personality is primarily shaped by environmental influences.

    - b) Personality is predominantly determined by genetic factors.

    - c) Personality is solely a product of unconscious motives.

    - d) Personality develops mainly through social interactions.

    - Answer: b) Personality is predominantly determined by genetic factors.

 

Carl Jung’s Theory

11. Carl Jung's theory of personality includes which key concept?

    - a) Operant conditioning

    - b) Archetypes

    - c) Psychosexual stages

    - d) Classical conditioning

    - Answer: b) Archetypes

 

12. Jung's concept of the collective unconscious includes:

    - a) Personal memories and experiences

    - b) Shared, universal memories and archetypes

    - c) Learned behaviors from the environment

    - d) Repressed childhood memories

    - Answer: b) Shared, universal memories and archetypes

 

1. Which of the following is NOT one of Jung's major archetypes?

    - a) The Shadow

    - b) The Self

    - c) The Anima/Animus

    - d) The Id

    - Answer: d) The Id

 

14. According to Jung, the anima represents:

    - a) The male aspects within a female

    - b) The female aspects within a male

    - c) The conscious mind

    - d) The ego

    - Answer: b) The female aspects within a male

 

15. Jung's theory introduced the idea of:

    - a) Extraversion and Introversion

    - b) Operant and Classical conditioning

    - c) Positive and Negative reinforcement

    - d) Id, Ego, Superego

    - Answer: a) Extraversion and Introversion

 

16. The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is based on whose personality theory?

    - a) Sigmund Freud

    - b) Hans Eysenck

    - c) Carl Jung

    - d) Abraham Maslow

    - Answer: c) Carl Jung

 

17. In Jung's theory, the persona represents:

    - a) The hidden, darker aspects of personality

    - b) The outward face we present to the world

    - c) The unconscious mind

    - d) The collective unconscious

    - Answer: b) The outward face we present to the world

 

18. Which term describes Jung's idea of a universal symbol found in the collective unconscious?

    - a) Trait

    - b) Archetype

    - c) Schema

    - d) Script

    - Answer: b) Archetype

 

19. According to Jung, individuation is:

    - a) The process of socialization

    - b) The integration of the conscious and unconscious mind

    - c) The development of defense mechanisms

    - d) The learning of cultural norms

    - Answer: b) The integration of the conscious and unconscious mind

 

20. Jung believed that introverts are primarily focused on:

    - a) The external world and social interactions

    - b) Inner thoughts and feelings

    - c) Achieving personal success

    - d) Avoiding new experiences

    - Answer: b) Inner thoughts and feelings

 

General

21. Both Eysenck and Jung's theories include the concept of:

    - a) Defense mechanisms

    - b) Extraversion and Introversion

    - c) Psychosexual development

    - d) Self-actualization

    - Answer: b) Extraversion and Introversion

 

22. Eysenck’s theory primarily focuses on the __________ aspects of personality.

    - a) Social

    - b) Biological

    - c) Cognitive

    - d) Environmental

    - Answer: b) Biological

 

2. Jung’s theory primarily focuses on the __________ aspects of personality.

    - a) Social

    - b) Biological

    - c) Cognitive

    - d) Unconscious

    - Answer: d) Unconscious

 

24. Eysenck's approach to personality is often described as:

    - a) Humanistic

    - b) Psychoanalytic

    - c) Trait-based

    - d) Behaviorist

    - Answer: c) Trait-based

 

25. Jung's approach to personality is often described as:

    - a) Humanistic

    - b) Psychoanalytic

    - c) Trait-based

    - d) Behaviorist

    - Answer: b) Psychoanalytic

 

26. Which personality dimension is NOT part of Eysenck’s model?

    - a) Openness

    - b) Extraversion

    - c) Neuroticism

    - d) Psychoticism

    - Answer: a) Openness

 

27. Jung’s archetype of 'The Shadow' represents:

    - a) The ideal self

    - b) The social mask we wear

    - c) The unconscious, repressed weaknesses and desires

    - d) The collective unconscious

    - Answer: c) The unconscious, repressed weaknesses and desires

 

28. Eysenck's dimension of Psychoticism includes traits such as:

    - a) Empathy and sociability

    - b) Aggression and creativity

    - c) Anxiety and moodiness

    - d) Openness and conscientiousness

    - Answer: b) Aggression and creativity

 

29. In Jung's theory, the process of achieving self-realization and wholeness is called:

    - a) Self-actualization

    - b) Individuation

    - c) Social learning

    - d) Classical conditioning

    - Answer: b) Individuation

 

30. Which of the following is a primary focus of both Eysenck’s and Jung’s theories?

    - a) Social learning

    - b) Environmental influences

    - c) Unconscious motives

    - d) Biological bases of personality

    - Answer: d) Biological bases of personality

 

These questions and answers cover the key concepts and differences between Hans Eysenck's and Carl Jung's theories of personality.