LVIS/PB1/037/S1

LOTUS VALLEY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, NOIDA

PRE BOARD EXAMINATION (2023-24)
SUBJECT: PSYCHOLOGY (037)

Name: _______________ Roll No: _____ Date: 20th Dec.2023

Duration: 3hours Class XII Sec: __________ Max.Marks:70
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● This question paper has 8 printed sides.

● This question paper consists of 34 questions.

General Instructions:
● All questions are compulsory except where internal choice has been given.
● Question Nos.1-15 in Section A carry 1 mark each.
● Question Nos.16-21 in Section B are Very Short Answer Type Questions of 2 marks
each. Answer to each question should not exceed 30 words.
● Question Nos. 22-24 in Section C are Short Answer Type Questions of 3 marks each.
Answer to each question should not exceed 60 words.
● Question Nos. 25-28 in Section D are Long Answer Type I Questions of 4 marks each.
Answer to each question should not exceed 120 words.
● Question Nos. 29-30 in Section E are Long Answer Type Questions of 6 marks each.
Answer to each question should not exceed 200 words.
● Question Nos. 31- 34 in Section F are based on two cases. Answer to each one-mark
question should not exceed 20 words. Answer to each two-mark question should not
exceed 30 words.

SECTION A
1. Shaili possesses the ability to understand others and shares a good bond 1
with people. She has a good command over language, expressing herself
well. She is fluent in her language and shows good understanding about
other’s viewpoints.
She is high on the following intelligences :
i. Linguistic
ii. Interpersonal
iii. Intrapersonal
iv. Logical mathematical

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a) i & ii
b) i & iv
c) ii & iii
d) iii & iv
2. Given below are two statements labeled as Assertion (A) and Reason 1
(R). Select the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
Assertion (A): PASS processes operate on a knowledge base
developed either formally or informally from the environment.
Reason (R. The functioning of these processes are not
interdependent on each other.

a) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.

b) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of
A.
c) A is true but R is false.
d) A is false but R is true.

3. Bhoomika is elder daughter of Singhania family. She is considered as 1

the most introvert person in the family who does not mix up with
people and loves to remain busy in her own project and studies. She
doesn’t even have any specific likes for food. Which among the
following is/are Introversion personality trait?
I. Impulsive
II. Solitary reserve
III. Socially withdrawn
IV. Cautious and passive
Choose the correct option
a) I and II
b) II and III
c) II,III and IV
d) II and IV

4. Which among the following is a dynamic developmental process that is 1

meant for the maintenance of positive adjustment under challenging
life conditions?
a) Positive attribute
b) Resilience
c) Free spirit
d) Relaxation spirit

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5. Which one of the following coping behaviour will be called a problem 1

focused coping strategy?
a) Effort to improve one’s performance after a setback
b) Hiding examination results from parents
c) Finding fault with classmates for poor marks in test
d) Feeling sorry for poor marks in a test

6. In the question given below, there are two statements marked as 1

Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Read the statements and choose the
correct option.
Assertion (A): Dissociation can be viewed as severance of the
connections between ideas and emotions.
Reason (R): Dissociative amnesia is characterised by extensive but
selective memory loss that has no known organic cause e.g., head injury.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.

b) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of
A.
c) A is true, but R is false.
d) A is false, but R is true.

7. Vikram is satisfied only if he does everything perfectly. This is an 1

instance of :
a) Social pressure
b) Internal pressure
c) Conflict
d) Social stress

8. Extreme pain without any identifiable biological symptom is an 1

example of _____________.
a) Manic-Depressive disorders
b) Panic disorders
c) Pain/Somatoform disorders
d) Obsessive–compulsive disorders

9. Mohit squirms, climbs and runs around the house aimlessly. He is 1

distracted, inattentive and over active in class. Thus he neither follows
instructions, nor completes assignments. The psychologist has
diagnosed him with_________.

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a) ADHD
b) Phobia
c) Obsession
d) Compulsion

10. Which of the following is true about Gestalt therapy? 1

I. Gestalt is a German word which means whole.

II. This therapy was given by Freiderick Perls together with
his wife Laura Perls.
III. The goal of this therapy is to increase individual’s self-
awareness and self-acceptance.
IV. This therapy cannot be used in group settings.
a) I,II,III
b) I,II,III,IV
c) I,III,IV
d) II,IV,I

11. ______________is a consequence of extreme cohesiveness. 1

a) Social loafing
b) Group polarisation
c) Group think
d) Social felicitation

12. ____________are attitudes that contain ‘should’ or ‘ought’ aspect. 1

a) Belief
b) Values
c) Prejudices
d) Stereotypes

13. In the question given below, there are two statements marked as 1
Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Read the statements and choose the
correct option.
Assertion (A): Deepa relied more upon her teacher’s announcement as
compared to her classmate’s message.

Reason (R): Credibility is a characteristic of source.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.

b) Both A and R are true and R is not the correct explanation of
A.

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c) A is true but R is false.

d) A is false but R is true

14. When an attitude changes in a direction opposite to the existing 1

attitude, it is called a balanced change.
a) True
b) False

15. In the question given below, there are two statements marked as 1
Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Read the statements and choose the
correct option.
Assertion (A): The formation of formal groups is based on some
specific rules or laws and members have definite roles.
Reason (R): There are a set of norms which helps in establishing
order.
a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
b) Both A and R are true and R is not the correct explanation of
A.
c) A is true but R is false.
d) A is false but R is true.

SECTION B

16. Define the term Situationism. 2

OR

What is simultaneous and successive processing in intellectual

functioning?

17. What is a culture fair test? Give one example. 2

18. How is Karen Horney’s viewpoint regarding women different from 2

that of Freud’s?

19. Explain any two factors contributing to healing in psychotherapy. 2

20. Explain the concept of self – efficacy. 2

21. Suppose you are a college student who wishes to contribute towards 2
the country’s economy. Suggest a process that you will use to bring an

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attitude change amongst your peers towards buying only Indian goods
to support the nation’s economy.

SECTION C

22. How does Triarchic theory help us to understand intelligence? 3

OR

‘Creativity is not just limited to selected few; an ordinary person can

also be creative’. Illustrate this statement with suitable examples.

23. How do stresses which people experience vary in terms of intensity, 3

complexity and predictability?

24. Can a distorted body image lead to eating disorders? Classify the 3
various forms of it.

SECTION D

25. All persons do not have the same intellectual capacity. How do 4
individuals vary in their intellectual ability? Explain with help of the
possible graph.

26. What is meant by delay of gratification? Why is it considered important 4

for adult development?

27. Saumya showed a reduction in symptoms after she received therapies 4

and got treated for Anorexia Nervosa which was getting fatal day by
day. She was sent to the rehabilitation center to improve her quality of
life. What steps would be taken in the rehabilitation center to help her
become a productive member of the community? Explain.

28. How does the group structure develop? Explain any three elements 4
of group structure.
OR

Compare and contrast formal groups with informal groups and

ingroups with outgroups.

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SECTION E

29. What and how do projective techniques bring from the unconscious 6
mind? Explain briefly any four projective techniques with example.

OR

Discuss the cognitive aspects of self. How are these different from the
behavioural aspect of self?

30. While speaking in public Madhu changes topic frequently.Is this a 6

positive or a negative symptom of schizophrenia? Describe the other
symptoms and sub types of schizophrenia.

OR

Explain ‘Abnormality’. Trace a brief history of how our understanding

of psychological disorders has evolved to its current status.

SECTION F (CASE BASED)

CASE 1

Read the following passage and answer question numbers 31

and 32.

Madhulika is a mother of two daughters. One of her daughters, Latika

had been complaining of stomach ache lately. Madhulika took Latika to
the doctor. Doctor prescribed a few painkillers along with an antibiotic.
However, Madhulika had a strong belief that antibiotics do not work and
can lead to serious side-effects. This mindset of Madhulika developed
because of the penicillin allergy that her best friend Uma has. So she did
not give antibiotics to her daughter. Sadly, Latika’s condition did not
improve and eventually deteriorated. When doctors questioned
Madhulika about the medicine consumption, she admitted that she did
not give her daughter the prescribed antibiotics.

Hence the doctor explained her logically and she eventually gave
antibiotics to Latika. Her condition there after started improving.

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31. Name the factors that influenced Madhulika’s attitude towards 1

antibiotics.

32 Which factors have influenced attitude change in Madhulika? 2

CASE 2

Read the following passage and answer question numbers 33

and 34.

Mr. Mohanty established his hotel business with great zeal and
enthusiasm. He had put all his savings on stake for establishing this
dream business. He was extremely focused and hard working. He had
a strong backing and full support of his family and friends. Everything
was smooth and very soon he started getting an extremely good return
as well. He earned name and fame both in the service industry.
Unfortunately the world had to face the pandemic –Covid 19 and
complete lock down was announced. This had a major impact on his
business as he had to pay all his employees and had to maintain his
property as well for the future. Eventually circumstances started
turning against him and he had great challenges to meet.
He did not lose hope and took it challenge courageously. He took
extra care of his overall fitness and in the condition of high level of
stress he showed low level of illness. Ultimately he was able to
bounce back where as many people in the same industry lost
everything and could not cope with the situation.

33. As per Kobasa, what kind of personality does Mr. Mohanty have? 1

34. Explain the primary and secondary appraisal made by Mr. Mohanty. 2

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