Question 1

Which is not one of the characteristics describing creative people?&#10;A) Burning Curiosity&#10;B) Concentration&#10;C) Accepting Failure&#10;D) Mental Agility&#10;E) Moodiness

Accepted Answer

Moodiness is not a characteristic that describes creative people. While creative people may experience a range of emotions, including intense passion and enthusiasm for their work, moodiness is not a defining trait of creativity. The other characteristics listed (burning curiosity, concentration, accepting failure, and mental agility) are commonly associated with creative individuals.

Question 2

What is the difference between creativity and technique?

Accepted Answer

Technique is what is learned from being creative

Question 3

What are the four basic steps to problem solving?

Accepted Answer

Specify the problem, break the problem into manageable components, brainstorm possible solutions, and test the solution

Question 4

Which of the following is not one of the steps in basic problem solving?&#10;A) Brainstorm possible solutions&#10;B) Test the solution&#10;C) Consult the manual&#10;D) Specify the problem&#10;E) Break the problem into manageable components

Accepted Answer

Consulting the manual may not always be necessary or applicable in every problem solving situation. The other steps, such as specifying the problem, breaking it into manageable components, brainstorming possible solutions, and testing the solution are fundamental in the problem solving process.

Question 5

Creative people are always interested in criticism and feedback, but one roadblock to creativity is allowing yourself to be too critical of your new ideas.

Accepted Answer

Creative people may be interested in criticism and feedback, but being too critical of their own ideas can hinder their creativity and innovation. It's important to balance self-criticism with self-belief and willingness to take risks.

Question 6

Which of the following would not help enhance your Creativity?&#10;A) Get enough exercise and sleep&#10;B) Consider your environment&#10;C) Work late at night&#10;D) Assess your motivation&#10;E) Temper your criticism

Accepted Answer

Working late at night may actually hinder creativity as it can lead to sleep deprivation, exhaustion, and lack of focus, which can all negatively impact creativity. Getting enough sleep is important for maintaining cognitive function and creativity.

Question 7

This type of thinking is measured by IQ and involves well-defined rational problems that have only one correct answer.&#10;A) Creative Thinking&#10;B) Human Thinking&#10;C) Divergent Thinking&#10;D) Structural Thinking&#10;E) Convergent Thinking

Accepted Answer

Convergent thinking involves using logical and analytical thinking to narrow down possibilities to find the one correct solution to a problem. This is typically measured by intelligence quotient (IQ) tests.

Question 8

Studies have found that an extremely high IQ (Intelligence Quotient) is not a great advantage when it comes to being creative. At what level is a high IQ no longer an advantage when it comes to creativity?

A) 90
B) 100
C) 120
D) 155
E) 200

Accepted Answer

Studies have found that a high IQ up to 120 is associated with increased creativity, but beyond that level, there is no significant effect or even a negative effect on creativity. Therefore, a high IQ of 155 or 200, as in options D and E, respectively, would not provide any additional advantage for creativity compared to a moderately high IQ of 120. Options A and B are too low, as IQs in this range are considered below average or average, but still have some positive correlation with creativity.

Question 9

What are the six forms of intelligence according to Howard Gardner?

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Question 10

Which of the following most closely characterizes creativity as it was defined in the book?&#10;A) Beyond description&#10;B) A moment of insight&#10;C) A branch of philosophy&#10;D) Inspired by emotion not reason&#10;E) Pure thought

Accepted Answer

The book defines creativity as "a moment of insight." This suggests that it is a specific event or occurrence, rather than a broad philosophical or emotional concept. None of the other options accurately capture this definition.

Question 11

What effect does listening to Mozart have on creativity?&#10;A) Studies have shown that it increases creativity&#10;B) Studies have shown that it decreases creativity&#10;C) Studies have shown that it has no effect on creativity

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Question 12

This type of thinking involves fluency and the ability to generate a multitude of ideas from numerous perspectives.&#10;A) Creative Thinking&#10;B) Human Thinking&#10;C) Divergent Thinking&#10;D) Structural Thinking&#10;E) Convergent Thinking

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Question 13

What is the primary motivation that encourages a person to be his/her most creative?

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Question 14

_____ are procedures that have been proven to work repeatedly. They are methods by which a complex task can be accomplished.

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Question 15

Which is not one of Howard Gardner's six forms of intelligence?&#10;A) Linguistic Intelligence&#10;B) Musical Intelligence&#10;C) Logical-Mathematical Intelligence&#10;D) Spatial Intelligence&#10;E) Intellectual Intelligence

Accepted Answer

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Deck 10: A Creative Life