Question 1

___________ affects people's self-esteem.&#10;A) Self-evaluation&#10;B) Genetic inheritance&#10;C) Newspaper accounts&#10;D) Distant relatives.

Accepted Answer

Self-evaluation refers to how individuals perceive and assess themselves, which can have a significant impact on their self-esteem. Genetic inheritance, newspaper accounts, and distant relatives may also have influences on a person's overall well-being and confidence, but self-evaluation is the most directly related to self-esteem.

Question 2

One of the most dangerous VABEs is:&#10;A) I'm right and you're wrong&#10;B) People proliferate&#10;C) Leaders need to have power&#10;D) You have to ask permission first.

Accepted Answer

This VABE promotes a closed-minded and confrontational attitude, making it difficult to find common ground and reach productive solutions in any situation. It can lead to arguments, hostility, and stagnation. The ability to consider multiple perspectives and be open to new ideas is crucial for effective communication and decision-making.

Question 3

When people jump to conclusions, it's because of their:&#10;A) Ignorance&#10;B) Laziness&#10;C) Being rushed&#10;D) VABEs.

Accepted Answer

VABEs stands for Values, Assumptions, Beliefs, and Expectations. When people jump to conclusions, it's often because their conclusions are influenced by their pre-existing values, assumptions, beliefs, and expectations, rather than a thorough analysis of the situation.

Question 4

REB stands for:&#10;A) Reaction-Emotion-Behavior&#10;B) Real, effective beings&#10;C) Rational-Emotive-Behavior&#10;D) The Rebel Model.

Accepted Answer

REB stands for Rational-Emotive-Behavior, which is a form of psychotherapy developed by psychologist Albert Ellis.

Question 5

Defense mechanisms are:&#10;A) Military emplacements&#10;B) Basketball configurations&#10;C) Political maneuvering&#10;D) Ways we try to think well of ourselves.

Accepted Answer

Defense mechanisms are psychological strategies that we unconsciously use to protect ourselves from anxiety and negative feelings. They are often ways we try to think well of ourselves, such as denial, projection, rationalization, and regression.

Question 6

VABEs are like memes.

Accepted Answer

Like memes, VABEs are also short and easily shareable content pieces that convey a message or humor.

Question 7

Events in the world determine our reactions.

Accepted Answer

While events in the world can trigger certain emotions and thoughts, our reactions to these events are ultimately determined by our own personal beliefs, values, and attitudes. We have the power to choose how we respond to any given situation.

Question 8

A person can change their long-term behavior without changing his or her VABEs.

Accepted Answer

VABEs (Values, Attitudes, Beliefs, and Expectations) may influence a person's behavior, but they are not the only factors that determine it. Behavior can change through learned experiences, environmental factors, and intentional changes in habit or routine.

Question 9

What is the missing variable in this equation: E + ___ $\rightarrow$  C $\rightarrow$  E $\rightarrow$  B?&#10;A) Genes&#10;B) VABEs&#10;C) MIPS&#10;D) CPU.&#10;

Accepted Answer

The missing variable is VABEs (Values, Assumptions, Beliefs, and Expectations), which fits the context of a sequence involving changes in states or processes.

Question 10

The gap between ideal self and self-image we call:&#10;A) Self-gap&#10;B) Self-esteem&#10;C) Self-unknown&#10;D) Self-concept.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The gap between ideal self and self-image...

Deck 11: The Reb Model