GRADE 12
REVISION QP-PA-1
CHAPTER 1 & 2
1. In the following question, a statement of Assertion (A) is followed by a statement of Reason
(R). Mark the correct choice. (1)
Assertion (A): There may be many people who are academically talented but are
unsuccessful in their own lives.
Reason(R): The source of their difficulty is a lack of emotional intelligence.
a. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, and Reason (R) is the correct
explanation of Assertion (A).
b. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, but Reason (R) is not the correct
explanation of Assertion (A).
c. Assertion (A) is true, but Reason (R) is false.
d. Assertion (A) is false, but Reason (R) is true.
2. Formal assessment is objective, standardised and organised. Based on this information,
choose the statements which are true for formal assessment. (1)
i. Formal assessment uses systematic testing procedures.
ii. It is always open to subjective interpretations.
iii. Based on the assessment, predictions about behaviour can be made.
iv. It varies from case to case and from one assessor to another.
options
a. ii and iii
b. i and ii
c. i and iii
d. ii and iv
3. Learning to delay or defer the gratification of needs is known as ……………. (1)
a. Self-regulation
b. Self-control
c. Self-instruction
d. Self-esteem
4. ………… individuals are characterised as cooperative, unassertive, and patient. (1)
a. Type A
b. Type B
c. Type C
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d. Type D
5. Rohan just sat down to work on his project when his friends called and invited him to a
party. If Rohan decides he will only go to the party after he finishes outlining the project,
his decision reflects the functioning of his …………. (1)
a. Id
b. Ego
c. Superego
d. Consciousness
6. Oedipus and Electra complex is experienced in (1)
a. Anal stage
b. Phallic stage
c. Genital stage
d. Latency stage
7. Jeevan is high on abilities like speed in perceiving details, accuracy in recalling
information, visualising patterns and forms, which of the primary mental abilities are
displayed by Jeevan? (1)
i. Numerical Abilities
ii. Perceptual Speed
iii. Memory
iv. Spatial Relations
Options
a. i & ii
b. ii & iii
c. iii & iv
d. ii, iii & iv
8. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of gifted child? (1)
a. High speed in processing information
b. Advance level of original and creative thinking
c. Dependent and conformist thinking
d. Preference for solitary academic activities for longer period of time
9. In the following question, a statement of Assertion (A) is followed by a statement of Reason
(R).Mark the correct choice. (1)
Assertion (A): Behavioural ratings suffer from major limitations like acquiescence.
Reason (R): Raters tend to place individuals in the middle of a scale by avoiding extreme
positions.
a) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
b) Both A and R are true, and R is NOT the correct explanation of A
c) A is true, but R is false
d) A is false, but R is true.
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10. Vaibhav is a philosophy professor known for his deep understanding of human existence
and the meaning of life. He's often praised for his self-awareness and ability to relate with
his students on a profound level. Identify the type of intelligence possessed by Vaibhav
given by Howard Gardner. List any other two types of intelligence of Gardner. (2)
11. Discuss the significance of aptitude and interest in a successful career? (2)
12. Despite Dhruv being hardworking and efficient, his manager's judgment about Dhruv is
negatively influenced by a single unfavourable trait- straightforwardness, which some find
uncomfortable. Identify the limitation of behavioural rating implied here. List and explain
another limitation of the same. (2)
13. Explain any 2 ego defence mechanisms given by Freud. (2)
14. How is creativity related to intelligence? State the major difference between creativity tests
and intelligence tests. (4)
15. “Intelligence is the interplay of nature and nurture”. Comment
16. Define the neo-analytic or post-Freudian theorists and list the ways in which their theories
diverge from Sigmund Freud's original psychoanalytic theory. Briefly explain any two
significant post-Freudian theories to understand personality. (6)
OR
Define indirect methods of personality assessment. How is it better than direct techniques.
Explain any two indirect techniques or test in detail.
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