PERSONALITY : THEORIES AND ASSESSMENT

M.A. IN PSYCHOLOGY (MAPC)

Term-End Examination

December, 2014

MPC-003 : PERSONALITY : THEORIES AND

ASSESSMENT

Time : 2 hours                               Maximum Marks : 50

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Note : (i) Answer any five questions.

(ii) All questions carry equal marks.

(iii) Answer each question in about 500 words.

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1. Describe biological factors that lead to development of personality. Highlight the most

significant biological factor according to you. Give reason. 5+5

2. Differentiate between Eysenck's type/trait hierarchy and Guilford's trait theory.10

3. Highlight the nomothetic versus ideographic debate in personality.10

4. Discuss the patterns of neurotic needs as described by Karen Homey.10

5. Discuss in detail the principles of classical conditioning as stated by Ivan Pavlov.10

6. Highlight the relevance of deficiency needs and growth needs in the development of personality.10

7. Describe the significance of Allport's concept of 'propium' in describing personality.10

8. Discuss in detail the meaning and purpose of personality testing. What do you understand by observation method ? 3+7

9. Differentiate between participative and nonparticipative observation technique. 3+7

10. Critically analyze interview method and also discuss briefly about various interviewing techniques.10