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CBSE 12 Psychology Question Paper-2017

CBSE 12 Psychology Question Paper-2017

This mock test includes actual CBSE Class 12 Psychology board exam questions from the year 2017, helping students understand exam trends and practice real paper format

2025-08-04
Pavan Pavan
CBSE Class 12 Psychology 2017 Grade 12

Duration

50 min

Questions

50

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Negative

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If a person has the skill of understanding motives, feelings, and behaviors of other people, he/she is said to have

A
Interpersonal intelligence
B
Intrapersonal intelligence
C
Linguistic intelligence
D
Social intelligence

Value judgement of a person about himself/herself is called ______.

A
Self-esteem
B
Self-worth
C
Self-concept
D
Self-actualization

The state of physical, emotional, and psychological exhaustion is known as

A
Resistance
B
Stress
C
Burnout
D
Coping

Compulsive behavior is the inability to stop thinking about a particular idea or topic. (True/False)

A
True
B
False

A false belief that is firmly held on inadequate grounds is known as _.

A
Delusion
B
Hallucination
C
Paranoia
D
Dissociation

Empathy means understanding things from other person’s perspective. (True/False)

A
True
B
False

Schemas that function in the form of categories are called _.

A
Cognitive schemas
B
Behavioral schemas
C
Social schemas
D
Person schemas

Collection of people assembled for a particular purpose is called an _.

A
Audience
B
Crowd
C
Group
D
Team

______ is the study of the relationships between living beings and their environment.

A
Ecology
B
Psychology
C
Anthropology
D
Sociology

The ability of a counsellor to reflect on what the client says and feels using different words is known as

A
Decoding
B
Communication
C
Listening
D
Paraphrasing

Explain the term ‘well-being’.

A
A state of being happy, healthy, or prosperous
B
Physical health and fitness
C
Emotional intelligence
D
Mental stability

Explain obsessive-compulsive disorder.

A
An anxiety disorder characterized by repetitive thoughts and behaviors
B
A disorder marked by excessive energy and impulsive actions
C
A mood disorder characterized by extreme sadness
D
A personality disorder marked by suspiciousness and distrust

What is systematic desensitisation?

A
A technique used to treat phobias by gradually exposing the individual to the feared object
B
A technique to enhance cognitive functions
C
A strategy for improving communication in relationships
D
A treatment for stress through relaxation techniques

Enumerate the four stages of group formation.

A
Forming, Storming, Norming, Performing
B
Initiating, Planning, Executing, Closing
C
Introduction, Development, Maturity, Conclusion
D
Starting, Growing, Controlling, Closing

What is meant by personal space?

A
The physical distance individuals maintain to feel comfortable
B
The emotional boundaries in relationships
C
The psychological comfort zone people create around themselves
D
The amount of space one needs for personal belongings

Explain participant observation.

A
A research method where the researcher actively participates in the community being studied
B
A method of observing behavior through electronic devices
C
A form of passive observation without interaction
D
A technique used to assess an individual's personality through standardized tests

What did Carl Jung mean by collective unconscious?

A
A shared part of the unconscious mind that is common to all humans
B
An individual’s personal unconscious experiences
C
A form of conscious awareness shared by humans
D
A concept used to describe learned behaviors

Explain factors influencing attitude formation.

A
Personal experiences, social influences, and media exposure
B
Biological factors, cognitive dissonance, and age
C
Economic status, social status, and education level
D
Religion, nationality, and personal preferences

Enumerate pro-environmental actions that can help protect the environment from pollution.

A
Recycling, reducing waste, using renewable energy sources
B
Increasing industrial production, reducing regulations, using more plastic
C
Expanding urbanization, increasing emissions, reducing green spaces
D
Using fossil fuels, promoting unsustainable farming, and clearing forests

Explain the quality of ‘positive regard for others’ of an effective counsellor.

A
The ability to accept and respect others without judgment
B
Being critical and judgmental to guide clients toward improvement
C
Encouraging clients to ignore their emotions
D
Offering unconditional support regardless of the client’s actions

State the four competencies of intelligence in the Indian tradition.

A
Memory, understanding, reasoning, and intuition
B
Perception, concentration, logical reasoning, and adaptation
C
Strength, wisdom, compassion, and endurance
D
Courage, creativity, problem-solving, and adaptability

Explain briefly PASS model of intelligence.

A
A model that includes Planning, Attention, Simultaneous, and Successive processing
B
A model of intelligence that focuses on physical abilities
C
A model of emotional intelligence based on self-awareness
D
A theory focused on the development of social and emotional skills

Describe the different types of aggressive behaviors exhibited by children.

A
Physical aggression, verbal aggression, relational aggression
B
Passive-aggressive behavior, non-verbal aggression, emotional aggression
C
Social withdrawal, emotional outbursts, dominance
D
Self-assertion, rebellion, bullying

Explain psychological distress according to humanistic-existential therapy.

A
It is the result of individuals facing a conflict between their inner values and external reality
B
It is caused by negative thought patterns and cognitive distortions
C
It is the feeling of being unable to adapt to social changes
D
It arises from a lack of emotional connection with others

Explain the factors influencing pro-social behavior.

A
Empathy, social norms, cultural influences
B
Aggression, conflict, social comparison
C
Emotional instability, fear of judgment, personal values
D
External rewards, competition, comparison

Explain the phenomenon of ‘social loafing’ by giving examples.

A
The tendency of individuals to exert less effort when working in a group than when working alone
B
The tendency of individuals to work harder in groups due to peer pressure
C
The behavior of individuals who prefer to work alone and avoid group tasks
D
The process by which individuals become more productive when they observe others working

Explain the concept of personality. Describe the cultural approach to study personality.

A
Personality is the combination of characteristics or qualities that form an individual's distinctive character. The cultural approach studies how culture influences personality traits.
B
Personality is the innate temperament of an individual. The cultural approach focuses on genetic predispositions.
C
Personality is the sum of learned behaviors. The cultural approach emphasizes education and socialization.
D
Personality is shaped by unconscious drives. The cultural approach studies family influences.

Differentiate between eustress and distress. Explain the different effects of stress with examples.

A
Eustress is positive stress that motivates individuals, while distress is negative stress that causes anxiety. Eustress can improve performance, while distress leads to exhaustion.
B
Eustress and distress are both harmful forms of stress with similar effects.
C
Eustress is stress caused by external pressures, while distress arises from personal choices.
D
Eustress is only related to physical health, while distress affects only mental health.

Explain stress according to General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS) model giving examples from everyday life. Describe any one strategy for coping with stress.

A
The GAS model describes stress in three stages: alarm, resistance, and exhaustion. A common stressor is work deadlines, and a strategy for coping is time management.
B
The GAS model focuses on emotional stress alone. A strategy for coping is avoidance.
C
The GAS model categorizes stress into two stages: chronic and acute. A strategy for coping is physical exercise.
D
The GAS model describes stress in two stages: initiation and recovery. A strategy for coping is seeking social support.

Explain the concept of personality. Describe the trait approach to personality.

A
Personality refers to individual differences in patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving. The trait approach focuses on identifying and measuring individual personality traits.
B
Personality refers to one's adaptability. The trait approach emphasizes how one reacts to life changes.
C
Personality refers to genetic influences. The trait approach focuses on how biology shapes our behavior.
D
Personality is defined by a person's social role. The trait approach involves categorizing people into specific personality types.

Discuss the observational methods used in personality assessment. What problems are faced in using these methods?

A
Observational methods involve directly observing individuals in natural settings. Problems include observer bias and limited generalizability.
B
Observational methods include structured interviews. Problems include difficulty in categorizing responses.
C
Observational methods include projective tests. Problems include lack of standardization and subjective interpretation.
D
Observational methods involve surveys. Problems include social desirability bias and incomplete responses.

Explain the concept of ‘eustress’ and how it can be beneficial.

A
Eustress is a positive form of stress that motivates individuals to meet challenges and improve performance.
B
Eustress is harmful and leads to burnout.
C
Eustress is a form of emotional distress that limits a person's performance.
D
Eustress arises from negative situations that require coping strategies.

Describe strategies for reducing aggression and violence.

A
Strategies include anger management, conflict resolution training, and promoting empathy.
B
Strategies include ignoring the situation, avoiding confrontation, and fostering competitiveness.
C
Strategies include promoting passive behavior, minimizing communication, and fostering silence.
D
Strategies include avoiding stress, isolation, and teaching avoidance behaviors.

Explain the psychological concept of ‘self-actualization’.

A
Self-actualization is the process of realizing and fulfilling one’s potential and capabilities.
B
Self-actualization refers to avoiding conflict and maintaining stability in one’s life.
C
Self-actualization involves achieving personal goals and focusing on material success.
D
Self-actualization is the state of being unaffected by external pressures.

What is the role of ‘feedback’ in personal growth and development?

A
Feedback provides insights into one’s behavior and performance, helping improve self-awareness and personal growth.
B
Feedback helps people identify their flaws and weaknesses, often leading to frustration.
C
Feedback discourages personal development by highlighting only negative aspects.
D
Feedback is irrelevant to personal growth, as it doesn’t contribute to internal changes.

Explain the concept of ‘cognitive dissonance’.

A
Cognitive dissonance refers to the mental discomfort experienced when holding two conflicting beliefs or attitudes.
B
Cognitive dissonance is the ability to remember information that supports one's existing beliefs.
C
Cognitive dissonance is the process of aligning one's beliefs with others' expectations.
D
Cognitive dissonance refers to the ability to ignore conflicting information to avoid discomfort.

What is the ‘halo effect’ in psychology?

A
The halo effect is the tendency for a person's overall impression to influence specific judgments about them.
B
The halo effect is the bias toward judging individuals based on their physical appearance.
C
The halo effect is the tendency to assume that one good quality implies others.
D
The halo effect is the ability to perceive all negative qualities as irrelevant.

Explain the concept of ‘projection’ in defense mechanisms.

A
Projection involves attributing one’s own undesirable feelings or thoughts onto others.
B
Projection involves suppressing uncomfortable feelings by turning them into positive ones.
C
Projection is the process of aligning one’s internal thoughts with social expectations.
D
Projection refers to the ability to reject negative emotions and replace them with neutral thoughts.

What is the role of ‘metacognition’ in learning?

A
Metacognition is the awareness and understanding of one’s own learning processes.
B
Metacognition refers to the ability to memorize information without analysis.
C
Metacognition is the ability to concentrate on a single task and block out distractions.
D
Metacognition involves using external tools to aid learning.

Describe the concept of ‘cognitive restructuring’ in therapy.

A
Cognitive restructuring is a technique used to change negative thought patterns into positive ones.
B
Cognitive restructuring refers to the analysis of deep-rooted memories and their influence on behavior.
C
Cognitive restructuring is the process of adjusting one’s behavior through rewards and punishments.
D
Cognitive restructuring involves accepting a set of fixed beliefs and focusing on emotional healing.

What is the significance of ‘self-efficacy’ in psychological health?

A
Self-efficacy is the belief in one's ability to succeed in specific situations or accomplish tasks.
B
Self-efficacy refers to the degree of self-awareness a person has in social situations.
C
Self-efficacy is the ability to experience empathy in interpersonal relationships.
D
Self-efficacy refers to the ability to suppress negative emotions effectively.

What are the primary principles of behaviorism in psychology?

A
Behaviorism emphasizes the role of environmental stimuli in shaping observable behavior.
B
Behaviorism focuses on unconscious desires and internal conflicts.
C
Behaviorism emphasizes the importance of introspection and self-analysis.
D
Behaviorism considers genetic predispositions as the most significant factor in behavior.

What is the key difference between ‘negative reinforcement’ and ‘punishment’?

A
Negative reinforcement involves removing an unpleasant stimulus to increase behavior, while punishment involves adding an unpleasant stimulus to decrease behavior.
B
Negative reinforcement is used to discourage unwanted behavior, while punishment encourages behavior.
C
Negative reinforcement adds a positive stimulus, while punishment removes a positive stimulus.
D
Negative reinforcement and punishment are interchangeable terms in behavior modification.

What are the core elements of Freudian psychoanalysis?

A
Psychoanalysis emphasizes unconscious desires, childhood experiences, and the role of defense mechanisms in shaping behavior.
B
Psychoanalysis focuses on positive reinforcement and behavioral conditioning.
C
Psychoanalysis relies on understanding cognitive biases and self-awareness.
D
Psychoanalysis emphasizes societal norms and collective behavior.

Explain the concept of ‘projective tests’ in personality assessment.

A
Projective tests involve ambiguous stimuli to uncover hidden emotions, desires, and thoughts.
B
Projective tests measure an individual's ability to adapt to new situations.
C
Projective tests focus on analyzing an individual's rational decision-making process.
D
Projective tests are designed to measure physical responses to external stimuli.

Describe the process of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT).

A
CBT is a therapeutic approach that focuses on changing negative thought patterns to improve emotional regulation and behavior.
B
CBT involves exploring unconscious motivations and desires.
C
CBT is based on the analysis of childhood experiences and their impact on adult behavior.
D
CBT focuses on group therapy and social learning techniques.

Explain the concept of ‘reinforcement’ in behavioral psychology.

A
Reinforcement is the process of increasing the likelihood of a behavior by following it with a positive stimulus or removing a negative one.
B
Reinforcement is the process of reducing the likelihood of a behavior through punishment.
C
Reinforcement involves ignoring undesirable behaviors and focusing on positive ones.
D
Reinforcement refers to the use of verbal encouragement to shape behavior.

What are the characteristics of a ‘narcissistic personality disorder’?

A
Narcissistic personality disorder is characterized by an inflated sense of self-importance, a need for admiration, and a lack of empathy.
B
It is characterized by excessive shyness, social withdrawal, and a lack of self-esteem.
C
It involves persistent feelings of sadness and despair, often related to a negative self-image.
D
It is characterized by extreme fear of rejection, leading to isolation and introversion.

What is the main focus of ‘humanistic psychology’?

A
Humanistic psychology focuses on the individual's potential for growth, self-actualization, and personal fulfillment.
B
Humanistic psychology emphasizes the influence of unconscious desires and childhood trauma.
C
Humanistic psychology focuses on the biological and genetic determinants of behavior.
D
Humanistic psychology is primarily concerned with the study of group dynamics and social influence.

What is the role of ‘social learning theory’ in understanding human behavior?

A
Social learning theory emphasizes that people learn behaviors through observing others and imitating their actions, often influenced by rewards and punishments.
B
Social learning theory focuses solely on the internal cognitive processes and does not account for external influences.
C
Social learning theory suggests that people are born with innate behaviors and do not learn from the environment.
D
Social learning theory states that behavior is determined exclusively by biological factors.