Question 1

Vocational calling encompasses life on the job, not what we do in our personal time.

Accepted Answer

Vocational calling is a concept that extends beyond just our professional lives and includes the sense of purpose and fulfillment we find in our personal activities and contributions outside of work.

Question 2

Leaders can use spirituality to manipulate employees.

Accepted Answer

Leaders can potentially use spirituality as a means to manipulate employees by exploiting their beliefs or values to influence their behavior and decisions in ways that may not be in their best interest or ethical.

Question 3

Person-organization fit describes the degree of compatibility and his or her work environment.

Accepted Answer

Person-organization fit refers to the compatibility between an individual and their work environment, including shared values and cultural norms, which can influence job satisfaction and performance.

Question 4

Extraversion is a moral virtue.

Accepted Answer

Extraversion is a personality trait, not a moral virtue. It describes a person's tendency to be outgoing, sociable, and energetic, rather than their moral character.

Question 5

Which type of person sees nature as a point of spiritual health. They are inspired by nature and in tune with it?

Accepted Answer

Environmentalists are the group most associated with seeing nature as a point of spiritual health, being inspired by, and in tune with it. They often advocate for the protection and preservation of the environment due to its intrinsic value and the belief in a deep connection between humans and nature.

Question 6

Which step explains the following when experiencing a difficult passage: "Don't define yourself as a failure when things go wrong, but remain optimistic and self-confident. Learn from your mistakes."

Accepted Answer

This step is about learning resilience, which involves maintaining optimism and self-confidence in the face of difficulties, and learning from mistakes rather than seeing oneself as a failure.

Question 7

Positive psychology is focused on building upon other peoples strengths and virtues rather than fixing their deficiencies.

Accepted Answer

Positive psychology emphasizes enhancing individual strengths and virtues to promote well-being and happiness, rather than primarily focusing on correcting weaknesses or deficiencies.

Question 8

Which type of person focuses on harmony in relationships with others? Their spiritual health is built through relationships?

Accepted Answer

Communalists focus on harmony in relationships with others, believing that their spiritual health is built through these relationships. They emphasize the importance of community and collective well-being.

Question 9

Only those in high status occupations feel a sense of calling.

Accepted Answer

People across a wide range of occupations, not just those in high status jobs, can experience a sense of calling towards their work, as a sense of calling is subjective and can be found in any field or profession.

Question 10

Carson recently lost his job due to budget cuts and shortfalls. This type of life event was significant for him. This could also be defined as ______.

Accepted Answer

A passage in life refers to significant events or transitions in a person's life, such as losing a job due to budget cuts, which can have a profound impact on their life trajectory.

Question 11

Which step explains the following, "Take what you have learned and the character qualities you have developed, like empathy and authenticity, and use them to help others who are going through similar passages."

Accepted Answer

This step is about using your experiences and the qualities you've developed to assist others, which aligns with the concept of passing on your experience to help those facing similar challenges.

Question 12

Meg always knew she wanted to become a veterinarian. To do so, there would be a lot of daily discipline and studies in front of her. Daily she would revisit her educational goals and she would re-envision her future in becoming a veterinarian. Which habit is Meg practicing?

Accepted Answer

Meg is practicing "habit 2: begin with the end in mind" by regularly revisiting her educational goals and envisioning her future as a veterinarian, which aligns with setting long-term objectives and working towards them.

Question 13

Spiritual values have been linked to improved organizational performance.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that organizations that incorporate spiritual values often experience improved performance due to higher levels of employee satisfaction, commitment, and teamwork, which can lead to enhanced productivity and innovation.

Question 14

When it comes to helping to develop character, the best stories provide clear answers to moral problems.

Accepted Answer

The best stories often present complex situations that challenge characters and readers, encouraging critical thinking and personal reflection on moral dilemmas, rather than providing clear-cut answers.

Question 15

Paul was an excellent police officer. He humbly knew he had to take care of himself in order to be of better service to his community. Daily he would exercise and meditate before going to work. He also made it a priority to eat properly and spend time with family and friends. What habit is Paul practicing?

Accepted Answer

Paul is practicing "habit 7: sharpen the saw," which involves self-care and personal development to maintain and enhance the greatest asset one has—oneself. This includes physical exercise, meditation, proper nutrition, and spending time with loved ones.

Question 16

Which type of person sees personal domain as the measure of spiritual health?

Accepted Answer

Personalists see personal domain as the measure of spiritual health, emphasizing individual experience and beliefs in their understanding of spirituality.

Question 17

Positive psychologists differ from traditional psychologists because they take a constant positive approach to analyzing people's weaknesses.

Accepted Answer

Positive psychologists focus on strengths and virtues that enable individuals and communities to thrive, rather than solely analyzing weaknesses. They aim to foster well-being and happiness, not just take a positive approach to weaknesses.

Question 18

Lydia told the story of the company's original founding to ______.

Accepted Answer

Lydia's storytelling likely serves multiple purposes, including reminding people of humble beginnings, garnering appreciation for growth, and valuing hard work, making "all of these" the correct choice.

Question 19

Which type of person focuses developing their faith and communicating with a larger force?

Accepted Answer

Religionists focus on developing their faith and communicating with a larger force, as their practices and beliefs are centered around religious or spiritual aspects.

Question 20

Moral identities continue to develop well beyond childhood.

Accepted Answer

Moral identities evolve throughout a person's life as they encounter new experiences, challenges, and social contexts, which influence their understanding of morality and ethical behavior.

Quiz 2: Components of Personal Ethical Development