Level 1
Self-esteem is:
a) How others see us.
b) Our sense of self-worth.
c) An external influence only.
d) Unrelated to self-concept.
Answer: b) Our sense of self-worth.
Which of the following is a realistic example of positive self-talk?
a) "I never make mistakes."
b) "I am a failure at everything I try."
c) "I made a mistake, but I can learn from it."
d) "I don’t need to work on myself."
Answer: c) "I made a mistake, but I can learn from it.
Which of the following is a way to improve self-esteem?
a) Practicing gratitude
b) Ignoring personal growth
c) Relying solely on others for confidence
d) Setting unrealistic goals
Answer: a) Practicing gratitude
How can a positive self-concept help a student in school?
a) By decreasing their motivation
b) By helping them believe in their abilities
c) By making them less open to feedback
d) By reducing the importance of setting goals
Answer: b) By helping them believe in their abilities
One way to handle negative self-talk is to:
a) Avoid thinking about challenges.
b) Replace it with positive self-affirmations.
c) Only rely on external feedback.
d) Focus on negative outcomes.
Answer: b) Replace it with positive self-affirmations
Which of these is NOT an internal factor affecting self-esteem?
a) Goals
b) Self-talk
c) Family influence
d) Beliefs
Answer: c) Family influence
An important benefit of setting personal goals is that it:
a) Helps increase motivation and focus.
b) Makes others see us more positively.
c) Reduces the need for feedback.
d) Always ensures quick success.
Answer: a) Helps increase motivation and focus.
Why is family support important for self-esteem?
a) It allows family members to set all of one’s goals.
b) Family support can provide encouragement and positive feedback.
c) It eliminates the need for personal achievements.
d) Family support only matters for young children.
Answer: b) Family support can provide encouragement and positive feedback.
Self-esteem can be improved by:
a) Comparing oneself to others constantly
b) Focusing on strengths and achievements
c) Setting unrealistic expectations
d) Ignoring personal growth
Answer: b) Focusing on strengths and achievements
External factors that affect self-esteem include:
a) Personal goals
b) Self-image
c) Friends and family feedback
d) Personal beliefs
Answer: c) Friends and family feedback
Media can be a negative external influence because:
a) It sets realistic goals for everyone.
b) It sometimes promotes unrealistic standards.
c) It always makes people feel supported.
d) It only affects younger people.
Answer: b) It sometimes promotes unrealistic standards.
Why might negative self-talk decrease self-esteem?
a) It creates unrealistic expectations.
b) It increases confidence.
c) It leads to self-doubt and low confidence.
d) It encourages goal-setting.
Answer: c) It leads to self-doubt and low confidence.
Internal factors that affect self-esteem include:
a) Self-talk and personal goals
b) Peer influence and media
c) Community standards
d) Family feedback
Answer: a) Self-talk and personal goals
Setting a realistic goal helps self-esteem by:
a) Making it harder to succeed
b) Encouraging a sense of achievement
c) Reducing the need for self-talk
d) Ensuring immediate success
Answer: b) Encouraging a sense of achievement
Which example shows an unhealthy reaction to a setback?
a) Reflecting on what could be done differently
b) Blaming oneself with negative self-talk
c) Asking for advice on improving
d) Setting a goal to try again
Answer: b) Blaming oneself with negative self-talk
Self-talk refers to:
a) How others speak about us.
b) Our inner dialogue and thoughts.
c) A form of external communication.
d) A personal belief.
Answer: b) Our inner dialogue and thoughts.
Which of these is an example of an external factor?
a) Self-talk
b) Personal beliefs
c) Peer approval
d) Goal setting
Answer: c) Peer approval
What is a healthy response to failure?
a) Blaming others for the outcome
b) Practicing negative self-talk
c) Reflecting on what can be improved next time
d) Giving up on all future goals
Answer: c) Reflecting on what can be improved next time
Which of these statements about self-esteem is true?
a) Self-esteem only changes in adulthood.
b) Self-esteem can be influenced by both internal and external factors.
c) Self-esteem is only determined by others’ opinions.
d) Self-esteem does not change over time.
Answer: b) Self-esteem can be influenced by both internal and external factors.
Which is NOT a recommended way to improve self-esteem?
a) Setting achievable goals
b) Ignoring personal growth
c) Practicing gratitude
d) Positive self-talk
Answer: b) Ignoring personal growth
What can happen when someone frequently compares themselves to others?
a) It can boost self-esteem.
b) It often lowers self-esteem.
c) It always improves confidence.
d) It has no effect on self-esteem.
Answer: b) It often lowers self-esteem.
How does the media influence self-esteem?
a) It only shows realistic standards.
b) It can create pressure to meet certain expectations.
c) It encourages positive self-talk.
d) It has no effect on self-image.
Answer: b) It can create pressure to meet certain expectations.
Which is a good example of an achievable personal goal?
a) “I will never make any mistakes again.”
b) “I will improve my math grade this semester.”
c) “I will be better than everyone in sports.”
d) “I will never need help with anything.”
Answer: b) “I will improve my math grade this semester.”
Why is self-assessment important for building self-esteem?
a) It helps people recognize areas they want to grow in.
b) It eliminates the need for goals.
c) It creates unrealistic expectations.
d) It relies on others’ feedback only.
Answer: a) It helps people recognize areas they want to grow in.
Why might relying solely on external validation be problematic for developing a healthy self-concept?
only on external validation can make self-esteem unstable, as it depends on others' opinions rather than personal achievements or values. This can lead to insecurity and a lack of independence, as self-worth should ideally come from within and not be easily shaken by outside factors.