SSP QUIZZES

• Human Sexuality - It is much more than sexual feelings or sexual intercourse; it is an important part of who a person is and what she/he will become.
• Lust - It is a phase driven by the sex hormones testosterone and estrogen in both men and women.
• Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) - It is the virus that causes AIDS. It is preventable and manageable but not curable.
• Sensuality - It is an awareness and feeling about your own body and other people's bodies, especially the body of a sexual partner.
• What are the four phases of The Sexual Response Cycle? *in order*

  Excitement (desire/arousal), Plateau, Orgasm, Resolution
• He proposed that childhood experiences shape adult personality through developmental stages, with personality largely formed by age five.

  • Sigmund Freud
• Sexual Development - It is a lifelong process that starts at the moment of conception.
• Fixation - It occurs when progression between stages is hindered, leading individuals to seek gratification in childlike ways. This can impede normal development and result in adult behaviors reflecting earlier stages.
• Attraction - This phase is said to be one of the beautiful moments in life. This is the phase when a person actually feels the love.
• Sexual Orientation - A person's sense of identity based on those attractions, related behaviors, and membership in a community of others who share those attractions.
• Family Planning - It is also called Responsible Parenthood. It is a simple way of regulating and spacing the births of children. It is giving birth according to the health and economic conditions of the family, giving birth to the mother according to her right age.
• Sexualization - It is that aspect of sexuality in which people behave sexually to influence, manipulate, or control other people.
• Reembodiment - This is characterized as the "breakout of the visual" online, leading to new "constructions" and definitions of the self in the virtual world.
• What does the term "digital self" refer to?

  
  

  Responses

  1. A virtual avatar representing an individual online.
  2. B) The collective identity formed through an individual's online activities and interactions.
  3. C) A digital resume used for job applications.
  4. D) A computer program designed to simulate human behavior.

  answer: B
• The different representations of you are referred to as ________, because none of them has the full and true picture of who you are.

  partial identities
• 1. What is a potential risk associated with sharing personal information online?

  Responses

  1. Building a strong social network.
  2. B) Strengthening relationships with family members.
  3. C) Exposure to identity theft or cyberbullying.
  4. D) Enhancing one's professional reputation.

  answer: C
• The term "______" implies that there is a distinction between how people present themselves online and how they do offline.

  online identity
• How can individuals shape their digital self?Responses

  1. A)By creating multiple social media accounts.
  2. B) By posting only positive content online.
  3. C) By engaging in meaningful interactions and sharing authentic experiences.
  4. D) By avoiding social media altogether.

  answer: C
• Dematerialization - Things are disappearing right before our eyes - our information, communications, photos, videos, music, calculations, messages, "written" words are now largely invisible and immaterial, composed of electronic streams stored in digital storage devices in locations we will never know.
• Online identity - It is the sum of your characteristics and interactions. Because you interact differently with each website you visit, each of those websites will have a different picture of who you are and what you do. 
• According to Belk (1982), what is the primary reason for humans to assemble collections today?

  Responses

  • Necessity for future security
  • Desire for distinction and self-definition
  • Cultural obligation
  • Social pressure

  answer: B
• What are some elements that constitute a person's material self?

  Responses

  • Hobbies, interests, and friendships
  • Body, clothes, and immediate family
  • Career, achievements, and social status
  • Personality traits and beliefs

  answer: B
• What term did William James use to describe the sum total of all that a person can call their own, including possessions, family, and reputation?

  Responses

  • Intellectual Self
  • Material Self
  • Emotional Self
  • Spiritual Self

  answer: B
• How can excessive focus on earning money impact relationships?

  Responses

  • It strengthens relationships by providing financial stability.
  • It has no impact on relationships.It has no impact on relationships.
  • It leads to deeper emotional connections with loved ones.                     
  • It can strain relationships outside of those related to earning more money.

  answer: D
• What statement best reflects the idea of "I Shop, Therefore I Am"?

  Responses

  • Personal identity is shaped by individual thoughts and beliefs, not material possessions.
  • Material possessions have no impact on one's sense of self.
  • A person's value is determined solely by their possessions.
  • Shopping is an essential part of human existence and self-definition.

  answer: D
• What is one consequence of perceiving wealth as a part of one's identity?

  Responses

  • Increased likelihood of engaging in unethical behavior
  • Greater empathy towards others
  • Decreased focus on material possessions
  • Stronger sense of community and social responsibility

  answer: A
• What does the concept of cathexis refer to?

  Responses

  • The charging of an object with emotional energy by an individual
  • The process of acquiring material possessions
  • The act of self-reflection
  •  The identification with one's possessions

  answer: A
• How does wealth influence people's beliefs about social class?

  Responses

  • Wealthy people believe that anyone can be rich if they work hard enough.
  • Poor people tend to believe that social class is determined by genetics and identity.
  • Wealthy people believe that social class is predetermined by genes and personal circumstances.
  • Poor people believe that social class is determined solely by economic factors.

  answer: C
• How does shopping influence various aspects of human life, according to Belk (2016)?

  Responses

  • It has no influence on race, culture, or class.
  • Shopping determines a person's intelligence and social status.
  • Understanding shopping is crucial in determining various aspects of identity, including race, culture, gender, class, family, and community.
  • Shopping only affects individual preferences and does not have broader societal implications.

  answer: C
• According to Heyman and Ariely (2004), what happens when money becomes the motivation for completing tasks?

  Responses

  • People become more socially motivated.
  • People shift their focus from social aspects to business value.
  • Money has no impact on people's motivation to complete tasks.           
  • People prioritize social aspects over business value.

  answer: B
• How do people typically react to the loss of body parts?

  Responses

  • They view it as an opportunity for personal growth.
  • They experience a sense of identity loss and fear being less of a person.
  • They feel indifferent and unaffected.
  • They feel relieved and liberated.

  answer: B
• What concept does Juliet Schor (1998) describe as the cycle of working more to buy more?

  Responses

  • Consumerism loop
  • Wealth accumulation pattern
  • Work-spend cycle
  • Self-fulfillment cycle

  answer: C
• How do possessions relate to a person's sense of self, according to Goffman (1961)?

  Responses

  • Losing possessions has no impact on one's sense of self.
  • Possessions are seen as separate from the self.
  • Possessions are only important for their functional value, not their symbolic meaning.
  • Possessions are integral parts of the self, and losing them can diminish one's sense of identity.

  answer: D
• Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a consequence of losing possessions?

  Responses

  • Increased trust in others
  • Grief and mourning similar to losing a loved one
  • Emotional distress
  • Sense of insecurity

  answer: A
• How are pets considered representative of self?

  Responses

  • Pets have no relation to a person's sense of self.
  • People spend money on pets to show off their wealth.
  • Pets are named and cared for as family members, reflecting aspects of the owner's identity.
  • Pets are used primarily for practical purposes and do not influence self-identity.

  answer: C
• Magic is often referred to asResponses

  • Wonders and Marvels
  • Enchantment and Enigma
  • Tricks and Illusions
  • Sorcery and Wizardry 

  answer: C
• How does the spiritual self contribute to personal growth and fulfillment? Responses

  • By fostering meaningful connections with others
  • By nurturing a sense of purpose and interconnectedness
  • By seeking external validation
  • By prioritizing material success

  answer: B
• Loob - It is the core of one’s personhood and where the true worth of the person lies.
• Attitudinal Values - Includes practicing virtues such as compassion, bravery, good sense of humor, and the like. 
• What practices are often associated with nurturing the spiritual self? Responses

  • Exercise and physical fitness routines
  • Meditation, prayer, and reflection 
  • Socializing and networking
  •  Academic study and intellectual pursuits 

  answer: B