Question 1

The facial feedback theory emphasizes the ____ component of emotion.

Accepted Answer

The facial feedback theory proposes that feedback from facial expressions and the resulting physiological responses play a key role in experiencing and interpreting emotions. Therefore, it emphasizes the physiological component of emotion.

Question 2

According to the James-Lange theory,each specific pattern of physiological responses is associated with a:

Accepted Answer

The James-Lange theory posits that physiological responses come before the experience of emotions. More specifically, a specific pattern of physiological responses is associated with a specific emotion. Therefore, the best choice is C, specific emotion.

Question 3

According to research,physiological changes may ____ the intensity of emotional experiences.

Accepted Answer

Physiological changes such as increased heart rate, sweating, and muscle tension can amplify the emotional experience, making it more intense. This is because these bodily responses activate the sympathetic nervous system, which is involved in our fight or flight response and can result in heightened emotional arousal.

Question 4

Which of the following is a criticism of the James-Lange theory of emotions?

Accepted Answer

The James-Lange theory suggests that emotions are the result of physiological arousal. However, individuals with severed spinal cords that prevent physiological arousal can still experience emotions, which challenges the theory.

Question 5

The sequence of components for emotion according to the James-Lange theory is:

Accepted Answer

The James-Lange theory proposes that physiological changes (such as increased heart rate or sweating) occur first, followed by an interpretation of those changes, which then leads to the experience of an emotion and ultimately, overt behavior. Choice C follows this sequence correctly.

Question 6

The James-Lange theory of emotion has been criticized on the grounds that some emotions:

Accepted Answer

The James-Lange theory proposes that emotions are the result of physiological responses to stimuli. However, some emotions are more complex and require interpretation or appraisal of the situation, such as moral emotions like guilt and shame. Therefore, the theory does not account for the cognitive processes that are involved in the experience of some emotions.

Question 7

According to the James-Lange theory,experiencing emotion starts with:

Accepted Answer

According to the James-Lange theory, experiencing emotion starts with physiological changes in the body, such as increased heart rate, sweating, or other bodily changes, which then trigger the experience of emotions.

Question 8

If you were designing a website designed to explain the Cannon-Bard theory of emotion,which of the following would be the best domain name?

Accepted Answer

The Cannon-Bard theory of emotion suggests that emotions and bodily responses occur simultaneously and independently in the brain. Therefore, a domain name that highlights this aspect of the theory would be most appropriate. "www.inthebrain.org" directly suggests that the theory is related to brain processes.

Question 9

The idea that different patterns of physiological arousal result in feeling different emotions is known as the ____ of emotion.

Accepted Answer

The James-Lange theory states that emotions arise from physiological arousal, and different patterns of physiological arousal result in feeling different emotions. The theory suggests that we first experience a physiological response, and then we interpret that response as an emotion. For example, if we encounter a bear in the woods, our heart rate might increase and our palms might sweat. According to this theory, we would then interpret those physical sensations as fear.

Question 10

The research indicates that while the James-Lange theory seems incorrect,physiological changes may:

Accepted Answer

Physiological changes are believed to increase the intensity of emotions, as they can amplify the emotional experience, even if they do not directly cause emotions as the James-Lange theory suggests.

Question 11

Which of the following theories suggests that emotions originate in the brain,and are not the result of physiological responses?

Accepted Answer

The Cannon-Bard theory posits that emotions and physiological responses such as sweating and trembling occur simultaneously and independently, suggesting that emotions originate in the brain rather than being the result of physiological responses.

Question 12

The James-Lange theory emphasizes the ____ component of emotion.

Accepted Answer

The James-Lange theory proposes that physiological arousal precedes and is the cause of emotional experience, therefore emphasizing the physiological component of emotion.

Question 13

You read in an article that,"If you see a bear you are frightened because your heart is pounding,rather than your heart is pounding because you are frightened." You recognize this statement as describing the:

Accepted Answer

The statement suggests that physiological arousal (heart pounding) occurs first, and then our interpretation of the bodily response leads to the experience of an emotion (fear). This is consistent with the James-Lange theory of emotion. The other theories (Schachter-Singer, cognitive appraisal, facial feedback) do not explain emotions as a result of physiological responses.

Question 14

The James-Lange theory would predict that people with a severed spinal cord at the neck would experience:

Accepted Answer

The James-Lange theory proposes that emotions are the result of physiological responses to stimuli, meaning that physical sensations lead to subjective emotional experiences. The theory would predict that people with a severed spinal cord at the neck, which cuts off communication between the brain and the body's physiological responses, would have little or no emotion.

Question 15

If William James of the James-Lange theory was here talking to you as you're taking the test,he would say:

Accepted Answer

According to the James-Lange theory, emotions are caused by physiological reactions in the body. Therefore, William James would attribute the feeling of anxiety to the physical sensations of sweating and a rapid heart rate, as described in option B.

Question 16

If Charles Darwin of the facial feedback theory was here talking to you as you're taking the test,he would say:

Accepted Answer

The facial feedback theory suggests that facial expressions can influence our emotions. Biting your lower lip is a facial expression that is associated with anxiety, so according to the theory, this expression could be causing you to feel anxious.

Question 17

Professor Akbari is presenting a lecture on emotions.He presents the idea that your facial muscles provide input to your brain.Then he assigns a short paper to everyone to read on the theory.What is the most likely title of the short paper?

Accepted Answer

The most likely title of the short paper is "Emotions Explained by the Facial Feedback Theory," as Professor Akbari presented the idea that facial muscles provide input to the brain, which is a key component of the Facial Feedback Theory. Choice A, "The Role of Appraisal in Emotions," and Choice D, "Thinking Before Feeling: Cognitive-Appraisal Theory," refer to different theories of emotions that do not focus on facial feedback. Choice B, "Affective-Primary Theory: An Examination," is not related to the concept of facial feedback.

Question 18

According to the ____,the reason why you feel fear when seeing a shark is because you have experienced a specific pattern of physiological responses that your brain recognizes as fear.

Accepted Answer

The James-Lange theory proposes that emotions are a result of specific patterns of physiological responses, and that we recognize these patterns as specific emotions. Therefore, when seeing a shark, our physiological response (such as increased heart rate and sweating) is recognized by our brain as fear, according to this theory.

Question 19

One criticism of the James-Lange theory of emotion is that:

Accepted Answer

The James-Lange theory suggests that emotions are the result of physiological reactions. However, one criticism is that different emotions do not always have distinct physiological patterns, meaning similar physiological responses can be associated with different emotions.

Question 20

Charles Darwin was the originator of the explanation of emotion currently known as:

Accepted Answer

Charles Darwin is associated with the facial feedback theory, which suggests that the act of expressing an emotion, such as smiling, can cause us to feel that emotion. This idea is part of his broader work on evolution and natural selection, where he also explored how emotions and expressions might have evolved.

Quiz 16: Emotion