Deck 1: Be a Lifelong Learner

Question 1

The A in the ABC Method stands for:

A)Analyze
B)Actual
C)Activate
D)Accept

Answer 1

B

Question 2

Monique, who is 45, has a lot of anxiety about starting her college degree later in life.She can't imagine herself in classes with people so much younger than she and wonders if it is a mistake to go back to school.Which self-management tool will she find most helpful to replace her negative thinking with more positive thoughts?

A)self-assessment
B)critical thinking
C)visualization and affirmation
D)reflection

Answer 2

C

Question 3

One way to use critical thinking skills in self-assessment is to:

A)utilize visualization and affirmation techniques.
B)keep a journal.
C)adjust your opinions when you learn something new about yourself.
D)help others learn how to adjust to your needs.

Answer 3

C

Question 4

Sean is having a hard time relating to his professor and the group activity in his math class.His professor tends to be unorganized in his lectures and has the students work in teams to build formulas based on a model before them.Sean is probably having a difficult time adjusting because:

A)he is a director while his teacher is a creator.
B)he is an analyzer while his teacher is a creator.
C)he is a creator while his teacher is a supporter.
D)he is a supporter while his teacher is a director.

Question 5

Xavier cannot seem to grasp the "big picture" of what he is doing with his life.What should he do?

A)He should employ the ABC Method of Self-Management
B)He should work on visualization and affirmation techniques.
C)He should develop a mission statement.
D)He should determine his goals and priorities.

Question 6

Peak performers become masters of life's situations by developing:

A)their personal mission statement.
B)their core competencies.
C)their ability to control the quality of their lives.
D)critical thinking.

Question 7

One of the first steps in becoming a peak performer is to:

A)do an honest self-assessment.
B)dispel negative thoughts.
C)not seek happiness from others.
D)use critical thinking and reasoning.

Question 8

Supporters tend to be:

A)objective and disciplined.
B)imaginative and idealistic.
C)confident and assertive.
D)cooperative and diplomatic.

Question 9

A peak performer excels by:

A)focusing on results.
B)taking advantage of personal connections.
C)avoiding risks.
D)focusing on the problem.

Question 10

What is the connection between a personal mission statement and the Peak Performance Competency Wheel?

A)There is no connection.
B)The personal mission statement is usually a reflection of the skills listed on the Competency Wheel.
C)The Competency Wheel lists skills that will likely be useful in fulfilling a personal mission statement.
D)Both the mission statement and the Competency Wheel deal with achieving one's deepest and most personal aspirations.

Question 11

Jessie got a 67 on her first test of the semester.She saw her mistakes and quickly went to work on practicing the same types of problems in addition to the new material she is learning in class.Jessie is a peak performer because:

A)she knows her learning style and preferences.
B)she has remained confident and is resilient.
C)she uses critical thinking to solve problems creatively.
D)she involves herself in supportive relationships.

Question 12

Hannah is a left-brain dominant, logical thinker.She is writing a persuasive argument in response to an article in class.Her strongest argument will likely come in the form of:

A)words.
B)numbers.
C)a connection to personal experience.
D)pictures.

Question 13

Gwen asked her friend if she explained a new concept she learned from class to him.How is she using the Adult Learning Cycle?

A)She is relating with the information by discussing it with a friend.
B)She is reflecting on the information with her friend.
C)She is teaching this information to her friend.
D)She is observing this information by hearing her friend's feedback.

Question 14

Multi-tasking is widely considered less effective than:

A)critical thinking.
B)focusing on one thing at a time.
C)breaking tasks into smaller steps.
D)setting priorities.

Question 15

Javier makes up songs to help him memorize math formulas.He mostly likely has:

A)intrapersonal intelligence.
B)verbal/linguistic intelligence.
C)musical intelligence.
D)logical/mathematical intelligence.

Question 16

Nathan is a gifted artist and musician but never got good grades in school.This is most likely because:

A)Most schools tend to favor verbal/linguistic and interpersonal intelligence.
B)Most schools tend to favor verbal/linguistic and mathematical/logical intelligence.
C)Most schools tend to favor verbal/linguistic and auditory learning.
D)Most schools tend to favor verbal/linguistic and visual learning.

Question 17

Marnie analyzes market data to help her make decisions.Victor tends to make decisions based on history and his intuition.According to Carl Jung's Typology System, this is an example of:

A)an extrovert versus an introvert.
B)a sensor versus an intuitive.
C)a thinker versus a feeler.
D)a judger versus a perceiver.

Question 18

If you are left-brain dominant, you most likely will:

A)think abstractly or intuitively.
B)make decisions based on hunches.
C)use a logical, rational, and detailed thought process.
D)live in the moment.

Question 19

You should use the ABC Method of Self-Management to help you:

A)understand your learning style.
B)develop effective time management strategies.
C)sharpen critical thinking skills.
D)challenge negative thinking.

Question 20

Jenna is not used to working in small groups and tends to shy away from this teaching model.Her best option would be to:

A)ask her professor to do an independent project.
B)try to work in a supportive role in the group.
C)tell her group about her dislike of this method.
D)be flexible and willing to try new approaches.

Question 21

Reflection involves the integration of visualization and affirmation.

Question 22

Critical thinking skills are connected to self-management because they are used to help make sound decisions and solve problems.

Question 23

Elaine and her study team spent too much time arguing over their topic and strategies to complete their group project and paper, so they are far behind where they should be according to the instructor's suggested timeline.Rather than panic, the group decided to draw up a new timeline based on the time they had left.They divided and conquered what needed to be done, and set up status update meetings in an online forum.In the face of adversity, this group most demonstrated:

A)critical thinking skills.
B)differing personality types effectively working together.
C)intrapersonal skills and discipline.
D)successful application of the Adult Learning Cycle.

Question 24

Fran learns best not by seeing an example or model but by trying it out for herself.She is most likely a kinesthetic learner.

Question 25

Positive thinking is a fundamental view of life as a series of opportunities.

Question 26

Joshua has never been very successful in school, but he considers himself to be smart in other ways.He is a self-taught IT whiz and likes to fix up old cars and resell them as a hobby.To increase his salary potential, he has decided to get a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology.His program will require a lot of math and small group project work.If he asked for your advice on being successful in school, which statement below would be most helpful?

A)Draft a personal mission statement to help you set your goals and priorities.
B)Understand your learning and personality traits, but prepare to be flexible.
C)Learn the ABC Method of Self-Management.
D)Use visualization to become more confident.

Question 27

Fritz is an intuitive person according to Carl Jung's Typology System; therefore, he is likely to be a thinker when making decisions.

Question 28

Phillip is an extrovert and learns best when he is working with a group of people.He is most likely an intrapersonal learner.

Question 29

Claudia is taking a nursing course that requires a simulation component that she is uncomfortable with.She has gotten by with minimal computer skills so far, and she is afraid of being embarrassed in front of her peers while using a more advanced computer program.Her Four-Temperament Profile is that of a Supporter, while she is a visual and bodily/kinesthetic learner.She is also very extroverted.Of the following, which would be her best option?

A)Get a book and work through the program abstractly before trying to use it.
B)Ask the professor to take time to set up the simulation in order to practice before class.
C)Be confident, and experiment with the program.
D)Watch peers, and try it.

Question 30

Pete claims that he is dominant in more than one learning style domain in Howard Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences.This is unlikely.

Question 31

Visual learners like to contemplate concepts, reflect, and summarize information in writing.

Question 32

When drafting a personal mission statement you should list your values, determine your life's purpose, and what legacy you'd like to leave.

Question 33

In what way does self-assessment, as used in this chapter, affect goal-setting?

A)Self-assessment allows you to avoid setting goals you cannot reach.
B)Self-assessment allows you to avoid setting goals you do not want to achieve.
C)Self-assessment allows you to understand weaknesses so you know what areas may need improvement if you want to reach certain goals.
D)Self-assessment allows you to understand your value system.

Question 34

Zoe is a right-brained, disciplined, and aggressive director type of person.She commands respect and usually gets this from colleagues and peers.She recently clashed with a person in her group who seems to possess a similar personality type and temperament.Zoe has been upset about this and wants to have a better experience in their next meeting.Based on what you've learned about effective and ineffective personality traits and self-assessment strategies, how should she handle this situation?

A)She needs to engage in critical thinking and reflection to soften her approach, but remain confident in her strengths.
B)She needs to be self-critical and to try not to take control.
C)She needs to remain assertive, since this is the most effective way for her to work.
D)She needs to focus on results and let the other person take control for once.

Question 35

SCANS was developed to help people build self-esteem and confidence in the workplace.

Question 36

Darryl was upset by his teacher's recommendation to manage his time better, but he could see his teacher's point and will seek ways to improve.Darryl has a positive attitude.

Question 37

Positive thinkers will seek perfection in themselves and others.

Question 38

Will is a creative thinker.He loses patience when people are talking more than they are taking action.What strategies should he use to offer a positive contribution to an upcoming group project?

A)He should be more assertive and offer his creative vision.
B)He should be less assertive and take creative direction.
C)He should be patient and realistic when offering a creative vision.
D)He should be patient, gather facts, and play a more decisive role.

Question 39

In recognizing the Four-Temperament Profile when working in a group, if you are working closely with a supporter, you should try your best to be a good listener.

Question 40

Sadie feels it is important to always anticipate the very worst that could happen in any situation and engages in self-criticism as self-assessment strategies in the workplace and in school.She is on the right track for becoming a peak performer.

Question 41

If you are having a hard time aligning yourself with the learning style of a professor, you should try to cope and adapt instead of dropping the class.

Question 42

Fabian is a musician and taking classes to become a music teacher.He does not consider himself to be strong in verbal/linguistic intelligence and is worried about starting a Bachelor's degree.To alleviate his anxiety, Fabian should try to do a self-assessment, engage in critical thinking for an objective view of his abilities, use visualization and affirmation techniques, and apply the ABC Method of Self-Management.

Question 43

Yu Li is an innovative thinker who offers her coworkers and classmates an inspiring vision of what is possible.Her Four-Temperament profile is likely to be a Director.

Question 44

You are having a rough semester.You have been highly motivated in your other courses so far, but in one class you seem to be having a hard time getting used to your professor's teaching style.Although you have been doing your work and have been paying attention in class, you bombed the first test.You are beginning to panic.Use the ABC Method of Self-Management to achieve the results you want in this class:

Question 45

Natalia had a bad experience in working on a group project in her last class.She felt like her ideas were not being listened to, and she felt like she ended up having to do the majority of the work.According to the Four-Temperament Profile, Natalia is probably not a director.

Question 46

You are taking a course with a professor who has a much different approach to teaching and learning than you are used to.How will you handle this situation? Provide at least 3 different strategies from the chapter that support your approach.

Question 47

The Adult Learning Cycle does not have to begin at any particular stage.

Question 48

Explain how you will apply the Adult Learning Cycle in your studies.Be sure to describe each step.

Question 49

Seneca is a hard working, hands-on learner with an extroverted personality that creates a fun atmosphere for his group when they get together.Renee is a quiet, analytical type who enjoys problem solving and working in a group.Tom is an extroverted director who likes to gather facts from the group before offering his opinions.Bryan is an innovative thinker who has great ideas and likes to discuss possible solutions but has difficulty in making decisions or in focusing on the end result.Based on your learning style and personality traits, choose the three people you would like to work with in a group.Using the information about learning style, personality type, and temperament in the chapter, discuss your strengths, and weaknesses, and then why you would choose each of these people to create an optimal working group.

Question 50

Alex is a highly intuitive and less assertive creator partnering Victor, a more assertive thinker and analyzer.On the project they are working on, all systems have been running smoothly but now they have run into the same problem repeatedly.Based on what you have learned in the chapter about personality traits and critical thinking, offer advice on how these men will need to collaborate to become creative problem solvers.

Question 51

Kathryn and Julia have been in the same classes and have worked in groups together consistently.Kathryn is an introvert who tends to take on the role of the problem solver, as she likes to gather and analyze data to arrive at possible solutions.Julia is more assertive and draws from a wealth of personal experience and a strong skill set in data analysis and leadership as the manager of a café.In a new class, these women are looking for two classmates to join their group to work on a business plan project.Using information from the chapter, analyze each of these women's strengths and possible weaknesses.Next, provide recommendations on the learning styles, and personality traits one would need to create an optimal working group.

Question 52

Marlin has a lot of anxiety about the math class he is taking because he does not understand the material and is falling behind.He has applied the Adult Learning Cycle model and feels that, although it was helpful going through the stages, it has not helped as much as he thought it might.Marlin should try a different strategy, as this will not work for everyone.