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CBSE Class 11 Psychology

CBSE Class 11 Psychology

Comprehensive mock test on Learning, Memory, and Psychological Processes. Features behavioral analysis, cognitive concepts, and psychological theories.

2025-07-17
CBSE Class 11 Psychology Grade 11

Duration

30 min

Questions

30

Marking

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What is the primary focus of psychology?

A
Understanding mental processes, experiences, and behaviour
B
Studying the biological functions of the brain
C
Researching human genetics
D
Focusing on physical health

Which approach to psychology focuses on the functions of mental processes in helping individuals adapt to their environment?

A
Functionalism
B
Behaviorism
C
Gestalt psychology
D
Cognitive psychology

Who is known for establishing the first psychology laboratory in 1879?

A
Sigmund Freud
B
John Watson
C
Wilhelm Wundt
D
William James

Which of the following is a major area of research in cognitive psychology?

A
Memory
B
Neurotransmitters
C
Socio-cultural development
D
Stress management

Which branch of psychology focuses on the relationship between behavior and the physical system, including the brain?

A
Biological psychology
B
Clinical psychology
C
Environmental psychology
D
Developmental psychology

What is the focus of humanistic psychology?

A
Free will and personal growth
B
Stimulus-response behavior
C
Mind-brain interaction
D
Cognitive processes in decision-making

Which term refers to the psychological approach that focuses on observable behaviors?

A
Behaviorism
B
Cognitive psychology
C
Gestalt psychology
D
Psychoanalysis

Which theory focuses on how unconscious desires and conflicts influence behavior?

A
Psychoanalysis
B
Functionalism
C
Cognitive theory
D
Humanistic theory

What is the key idea of Gestalt psychology?

A
The whole is greater than the sum of its parts
B
Human behavior is shaped by reinforcement
C
Mental processes are just as important as behavior
D
Consciousness is the core of psychological study

What is the main focus of neuropsychology?

A
The relationship between brain function and behavior
B
The development of cognitive skills in children
C
Studying cultural influences on behavior
D
The treatment of psychological disorders

Which approach emphasizes the role of socio-cultural context in understanding behavior?

A
Social psychology
B
Biological psychology
C
Behaviorism
D
Cognitive psychology

What branch of psychology studies human interactions with the physical environment?

A
Environmental psychology
B
Cognitive psychology
C
Health psychology
D
Industrial/Organizational psychology

Which approach studies how mental processes such as memory and problem-solving work?

A
Cognitive psychology
B
Biological psychology
C
Humanistic psychology
D
Social psychology

What is a key feature of developmental psychology?

A
Study of psychological changes across the lifespan
B
Study of psychological disorders
C
Study of social behavior in groups
D
Study of human interaction with the environment

Which of the following is a focus of social psychology?

A
Interpersonal attraction and group behavior
B
Memory and attention
C
Brain structure and function
D
Psychological disorders

Which field applies psychology to the workplace to improve productivity and well-being?

A
Industrial/Organizational psychology
B
Clinical psychology
C
Cognitive psychology
D
Social psychology

Which branch of psychology studies the relationship between psychological factors and physical health?

A
Health psychology
B
Environmental psychology
C
Clinical psychology
D
Developmental psychology

What is the main difference between a psychologist and a psychiatrist?

A
Psychiatrists can prescribe medication, but psychologists cannot
B
Psychologists study the brain, while psychiatrists focus on behavior
C
Psychologists focus on therapy, while psychiatrists focus on physical health
D
Psychologists study cognitive functions, while psychiatrists study behavior

Which of the following is NOT a branch of psychology?

A
Psychoanalysis
B
Developmental psychology
C
Neuropsychology
D
Psychiatry

What is a major concern of educational psychology?

A
Improving learning and teaching methods
B
Studying brain functions
C
Understanding social behaviors
D
Studying physical health

Which of the following terms is related to studying human interaction with the environment?

A
Environmental psychology
B
Developmental psychology
C
Clinical psychology
D
Cognitive psychology

Which psychological approach focuses on the positive aspects of human nature?

A
Humanistic psychology
B
Behaviorism
C
Cognitive psychology
D
Psychoanalysis

Which psychological approach studies how mental processes affect decision-making?

A
Cognitive psychology
B
Developmental psychology
C
Humanistic psychology
D
Social psychology

Which of the following focuses on the interaction between individuals and society?

A
Social psychology
B
Cognitive psychology
C
Biological psychology
D
Developmental psychology

Which psychological branch focuses on understanding and treating psychological disorders?

A
Clinical psychology
B
Cognitive psychology
C
Health psychology
D
Developmental psychology

Which field of psychology focuses on the development of children and adolescents?

A
Developmental psychology
B
Biological psychology
C
Cognitive psychology
D
Social psychology

What is a primary focus of sports psychology?

A
Improving performance and motivation in sports
B
Studying brain functions
C
Understanding social behavior
D
Analyzing dreams and unconscious desires

Which of the following is a focus of industrial/organizational psychology?

A
Improving workplace behavior and productivity
B
Studying social interactions in groups
C
Analyzing cognitive processes
D
Examining the biological basis of behavior

Which branch of psychology studies the interaction between individuals and their social environments?

A
Social psychology
B
Developmental psychology
C
Cognitive psychology
D
Health psychology

Which of the following methods is used to study brain activity in psychology?

A
fMRI
B
Introspection
C
Hypnosis
D
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