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PART - A
1. Match the TWO lists and choose th e correct match from the given options:
LIST A LIST B
1. One factor theory A. Thurstone
2. Two factor theory B. Binet
3. Structure of Intellect Model C. Spearman
4. Theory of Primary Mental Abilities D. Guilford
OPTIONS
a. 1 – D, 2 – A, 3 – C, 4 – B,
b. 1 – C, 2 – D, 3 – B, 4 – A,
c. 1 – A, 2 – C, 3 – D, 4 – B,
d. 1 – B, 2 – C, 3 – A, 4 – D, (1)
2. A person’s resolution of problems at any stage of development less than the adequate, demonstrates
regression. (True/False) (1)
3. The analysis of stress process based on a cognitive theory was proposed by
________. ( Selye / Lazarus) (1)
4. The craze for thinness valued by models and actors is termed as ________.
(Anorexia nervosa/Bulimia). (1)
5. ‘People have freedom and choices’ is the core assumption of ___________ therapy.
(a) Cognitive
(b) Gestalt
(c ) Behaviour
(d) Client Centered (1)
6. ‘Changing our behaviour can change how we think and feel’. Give an example.
(1)
7. Identify the correct sequence of the stages of group formation. (1)
(a) Performing, norming, storming & forming.
(b) Forming, storming, norming & performing.
(C) Norming, storming, forming & performing.
(d) Storming, norming, performing & forming.
8. Name any ONE human influence on environment. (1)
9. What do you suggest should be the age of the President of India? This is an ex ample of
_____________ type of interview question.
(a) Closed ended
(b) Open ended.
(c ) Mirror question
(d) Bipolar ended (1)
10. Ritu’s young son works in a call centre. Inspite of knowing his odd hours of retur ning. she continues to have
prolonged, vague and intense fear, accompanied by hyper vigilance, showing a kind of anxiety. Identify the
type of anxiety she is suffering from?
(1)
PART - B
11. Elucidate any TWO characteristics of emot ionally intelligent individual. (2)
12. Mention TWO tips to improve listening skills. (2)
13. State any TWO techniques of self regulation. (2)
14. What do you understand by burnout? (2)
15. ‘Extreme cohesiveness within a group becomes harmful for functioning’. Explain. (2)
16. What are the effects of noise on human behaviour? (2)
PART - C
17. Critically evaluate the method of behavioural rating for assessing personality. (3)
18 A person shows break - up in relationships, increased body weight, poor performance in school and at
work. State the factors predisposing this disorder.
(3)
19. Give the meaning of attribution? Explain fundamental attribution error with the help of an example.
(3)
20. What is aggression? Describe any TWO causes. (3)
OR
Suggest any THREE strategies for poverty alleviation?
PART – D
21. ‘Projective techniques were developed to assess unconscious motives and feelings’. Elaborate the
statement and explain TWO such techniques.
(4)
OR
Compare the trait approaches given by Allport and Cattell to understand personality.
22. What are the effects of stress on the psychological functioning of an Individual? (4)
23. What is prejudice? Write any THREE sources which lead to the development of prejudices.
(4)
24. What are the potential causes of inter group conflicts among two caste or community groups.
Suggest some strategies to reduce such conflicts. (4)
25. ‘Effective communication is possible with body language’ Comment. (4)
26. Elucidate the differences in various areas of functioning at different levels of mental retardation.
(4)
PART- E
27. Distinguish between psychometric and information processing approaches to intelligence. Elaborate
any ONE theory representing information processing approach
(2+4 =6)
OR
What are the differences in the potential for creativity across individuals and the manner in which it is
expressed? Write the features of test of creativity . (4+2 =6)
28. ‘I am worthless and the situation is helpless’ with these thoughts a person comes to you. Being a
therapist, how will you help him/ her to think in a positive way?
(3+3 =6)
OR
How would you formulate the problem of a client? Discuss the role of Yoga in detail as an alternative
therapy to alleviate psychological str ess. (3+3 = 6)
PSYCHOLOGY THEORY (037)
SAMPLE PAPER – II
Time: 3 Hours Maximum Marks: 70
General Instructions:
(i) All questions are compulsory.
(ii) Marks for each question are indicated against i t.
(iii) Answers should be brief and to the point.
(iv)PART- A has 10 Learning Checks (very short answer type) carrying one mark
each. You are required to answer them as directed.
(v) Questions 11 to 16 in PART- B are Very Short Answer type questions carrying 2
marks each. Answer to each question should not exceed 30 words.
(vi) Questions 17 to 20 in PART- C are Short Answer Type I questions carrying 3
marks each. Answer to each question should not exceed 60 words.
(vii) Questions 21 to 26 in PART- D are Short Answer Type II questions
carrying 4 marks each. Answer to each question should not exceed 100 words.
(viii) Questions 27 and 28 in PART- E are Long Answer Type questions carrying 6
marks each. Answer to each question should not exceed 200 words.
PART – A
1. The mental age (MA) of an 8 year old child with an IQ of 110 is ____________ years.
(1)
2. An individual is rejected in a job interview, he claims that his present job is better. He is using
___________. (1)
(a) Projection
(b) Regression
(c) Reaction formation
(d) Rationalization
3. A student who believes that he has the ability to excel in sports demonstrates high
_________________.
(1)
(a) Self regulation
(b) Self efficacy
(c ) Self esteem
(d) Self confidence
4. Frustration results from_______________ .
(a) incompatibility between two or more needs or motives.
(b) blocking of needs and motives.
(c) expectations from oneself and others.
(d) excessive demands. (1)
5. ‘ I can control the weather according to my moods’. This is a statement made by a
person suffering from delusion of ___________. (1)
(a) persecution
(b) reference
(c) grandeur
(d) control
6. Read the matches given below and identify the correct match.
LIST A LIST B
1. RET - Existential therapy
2. Transference - Psychodynamic therapy
3. Token economy - Cognitive therapy
4. Logo therapy - Behaviour therapy
(1)
7. Fundamental attribution error means explaining the actions of others on the
basis of internal causes. True/False (1)
8. Shortage of resources necessary for living refers to (1)
(a) deprivation
(b) disadvantage
(c) poverty
(d) discrimination
9. Empathy is a part of ___________________________ skills. (1)
(a) communication
(b) psychological testing
(c) counseling
(d) interviewing
10. A collection of people around a roadside performer is an example of a
__________________. (1)
(a) group
(b) crowd
(c) mob
(d) audience
PART- B
11. Describe any TWO factors from the Five Factor Model of personalit y.
(2)
12. How is personal identity different from social identity? (2)
13. State the characteristics of stress resistant personality. (2)
14. Explain the concept of ‘unconditional positive regard’. (2)
15. How does the traditional Indian view explain the human – environment relationship?
(2)
16. Describe the method of participant observation. (2)
PART - C
17. Illustrate the TWO categories of substa nce use disorder. (3)
18. Elaborate the ABC components of attitude. (3)
19. Your region has just witnessed a natural disaster. What would be its emotional
impact on the people? (3)
OR
You are preparing for an impor tant examination and there is a noisy celebration in your
neighborhood. What characteristics of the noise will affect your preparation?
(3)
20. How would your understanding of body language help in communicating effectively?
(3)
PART – D
21. What is emotional intelligence? State the characteristics of emotionally
intelligent people. (4)
22. ‘Intelligence is the interplay of nature and nurture’. Comment. (4)
23. How is assessment of personality done using indirect techniques? Briefly
describe one such technique. (4)
24. Describe any FOUR life skills which you think will help you in meeting the
challenges of school life. (4)
OR
How does Selye’s Model relate p rolong stress to bodily response?
Explain.
25. How is behaviour therapy used to treat phobia? (4)
26. Suppose you want to bring about a change in the attitude of your peers to make your city
greener and cleaner. What factors should be kept in mind while preparing effective
message for this purpose? (4)
PART – E
27. Elaborate any THREE psychological models proposed to explain mental
disorders. (3X2 = 6)
OR
Describe any THREE behavioural diso rders prevalent among children.
(3X2 = 6)
28. What do you understand by ‘group’? Explain the stages of group formation.
( 1 + 5 = 6)
OR
Why do people conform? How is conformity different from compliance?
Explain. ( 3+3 = 6)

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