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Psychology Official 2022-2023 ISC (Arts) Class 12 Question Paper Solution

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Psychology [Official]
Marks: 70 CISCE
ISC (Arts)

Academic Year: 2022-2023
Date & Time: 27th March 2023, 2:00 pm
Duration: 3h
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  1. Candidates are allowed additional 15 minutes for only reading the paper.
  2. They must NOT start writing during this time.
  3. Answer all questions in Section A, Section B and Section C.
  4. Section A consists of objective short-answer questions.
  5. Section B consists of short answer questions.
  6. Section C consists of long answer questions.
  7. The intended marks for questions or parts of questions are given in brackets [].

SECTION A - 14 MARKS
[14]1
[1]1.i

What is meant by a group test of intelligence?

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Chapter: [0.011000000000000001] Intelligence
[1]1.ii

What is meant by substance abuse?

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Chapter: [0.034] Adolescence - Physical Changes, Cognitive Development, Socio-emotional Development; Some Major Concerns
[1]1.iii

According to Howard Gardner's theory, which type of intelligence do interior designers and architects possess?

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Chapter: [0.011000000000000001] Intelligence
[1]1.iv

In which type of Behavioural Analysis Test, an Individual is instructed to play a role for which he/she is observed?

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Chapter: [0.052000000000000005] Characteristics of Some Psychological Disorders
[1]1.v

What is the ability to express one's opinion without being self-conscious in a difficult situation and firmly say 'no' to a request, known as?

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Chapter: [0.022000000000000002] Theories of Personality
[1]1.vi

An individual's response to events that disturb and threaten his/her well-being is known as ______.

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Chapter: [0.040999999999999995] Meaning of Stress - Its Basic Nature
[1]1.vii

A biased tendency in an individual to assume that his/her beliefs and opinions are common and that others also think the same way, is known as ______.

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Chapter: [0.061] Social Perception
[1]1.viii

A psychological disorder that is characterised by free-floating anxiety is called ______.

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Chapter: [0.052000000000000005] Characteristics of Some Psychological Disorders
[3]1.ix | State whether the following are True or False:
[1]1.ix.a

Individuals with an ectomorphic personality are pessimistic, sociable and thoughtful.

True

False

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Chapter: [0.022000000000000002] Theories of Personality
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[1]1.ix.b

In one of the stages of the GAS model, adrenocorticotropic hormone is secreted into the bloodstream by certain cells in the pituitary gland.

True

False

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Chapter: [0.040999999999999995] Meaning of Stress - Its Basic Nature
[1]1.ix.c

Reflexes are the innate instinctive responses to stimulation at the stage of infancy.

True

False

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Chapter: [0.032] Infancy - Motor, Cognitive Development, Socio- Emotional Development
[1]1.x

Manya's mother promised to buy a mobile for her if Manya performed well in the annual examination of her school.

Which one of the following is displayed by Manya's mother?

Self-Reinforcement

Unconditional Positive Regand

Self Actualisation

Conditional Positive Regard

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Chapter: [0.022000000000000002] Theories of Personality
[1]1.xi

Which one of the following psychologists used 'dream analysis' as a mode of therapy?

Albert Ellis

Carl Rogers

Sigmund Freud

Albert Bandura

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Chapter: [0.022000000000000002] Theories of Personality
[1]1.xii

A negative behaviour or action towards individual or a group of people is termed as ______. 

Discrimination

Social re-categorisation

Prejudice

Social learning

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Chapter: [0.07200000000000001] Prejudice
SECTION B - 28 MARKS
[4]2
[4]2.i

Discuss the Raven’s Progressive Matrices Test for measuring intelligence.  

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Chapter: [0.011000000000000001] Intelligence
OR
[4]2.ii

Describe Raymond Cattell's Theory of Intelligence.

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Chapter: [0.011000000000000001] Intelligence
[4]3

With reference to Karen Horney's theory, explain the two major components that lead to disturbed interpersonal relationships during childhood.

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Chapter: [0.022000000000000002] Theories of Personality
[4]4

State and briefly explain the patterns of Attachment as given by Mary Ainsworth and Lamb.

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Chapter: [0.032] Infancy - Motor, Cognitive Development, Socio- Emotional Development
[4]5

Explain how stress affects the immune system and causes heart problem in an individual.

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Chapter: [0.043] Effects of Stress on Health and Performance
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[4]6
[4]6.i

After the sudden death of his mother, Altaf's family members noticed a change in his behaviour over a prolonged period. From being a calm and an easy going person, he changed into an irritable and short tempered person. His family members took him to a therapist for consultation.

  1. Which manual would the therapist refer to classify and diagnose Altaf's mental condition?
  2. With reference to the principles of classification of psychological disorders, explain the Axes III, IV and V.
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Chapter: [0.051] Meaning of “Abnormal Behaviour”
OR
[4]6.ii
Patient:  "I avoid going to any hill station even for a family vacation."
Counsellor:  "Do you avoid going of the terrace of your home too?"
Patient:  "Yes I am terrified of heights even when I know that I am quite safe."
Counsellor:  "When did this feeling first emerge?"
Patient:  "I remember that as a child, I had gone to a hill station with my family. While on a trek, I slipped downhill and hurt myself. Since then, I have been extremely fearful of heights."
  1. Identify the psychological disorder shown by the patient.
  2. Explain any two symptoms and any one cause of this psychological disorder.
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Chapter: [0.051] Meaning of “Abnormal Behaviour”
[4]7

Briefly explain the characteristics of the following groups with a suitable example.

Primary Group

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Chapter: [0.040999999999999995] Meaning of Stress - Its Basic Nature

Briefly explain the characteristics of the following groups with a suitable example.

Secondary Group

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Chapter: [0.040999999999999995] Meaning of Stress - Its Basic Nature
[4]8

What is cognitive dissonance? Give an example.

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Chapter: [0.071] Meaning of “Attitude”

Describe any three ways to reduce Cognitive Dissonance.

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Chapter: [0.071] Meaning of “Attitude”
SECTION C - 28 MARKS
[7]9

Explain the measurement of aptitude with the help of GATB.

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Chapter: [0.012] Aptitude, Achievement and Interest
[7]10
[7]10.i

Explain the Rorschach Inkblot Test as a technique to assess personality.

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Chapter: [0.023] How Personality is Assessed
OR
[7]10.ii

Explain MMPI as a tool to assess personality.

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Chapter: [0.023] How Personality is Assessed
[7]11

Read the case given below and answer the questions that follow.

Nikki is a preschooler whose mother takes care of her daily activities. As Nikki acquires new skills, she wants to pack her school bag, decide her clothes and choose her toys. However, Nikki's mother does not allow her to do so.
  1. Name and briefly describe the crisis/phase that Nikki is going through.
  2. Explain the last five stages of Psychosocial Development.
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Chapter: [0.034] Adolescence - Physical Changes, Cognitive Development, Socio-emotional Development; Some Major Concerns
[7]12

Read the case given below and answer the questions that follow:

Rohit owned a restaurant in a small city. During the pandemic 2020, his restaurant remained closed which incurred heavy financial losses for him. The prolonged lockdown also affected his mental state and caused him profound sadness. He isolated himself from his family and friends. 
  1. Identify the psychological disorder in Rohit.
  2. Briefly explain any two causes of this psychological disorder.
  3. Elaborate on any four symptoms of this psychological disorder.
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Chapter: [0.052000000000000005] Characteristics of Some Psychological Disorders

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