Emotional Intelligence (Happiness) 3

Question 1

According to positive psychology research, which activity has the strongest evidence for increasing lasting happiness?

Accepted Answer

Practicing gratitude regularly

Answer

Gratitude practices have the strongest and most replicated evidence in positive psychology research for increasing lasting happiness and well-being.

Question 2

The broaden-and-build theory of positive emotions, developed by Barbara Fredrickson, proposes that happiness:

Accepted Answer

Broadens our awareness and builds lasting psychological resources

Answer

Fredrickson's broaden-and-build theory holds that positive emotions broaden our thought-action repertoires and build enduring personal resources.

Question 3

Priya has been feeling unhappy and notices she spends a lot of time ruminating on past mistakes. An emotionally intelligent response would be to:

Accepted Answer

Practice mindful self-compassion and redirect attention to the present

Answer

Mindful self-compassion interrupts rumination cycles by encouraging present-moment awareness and treating oneself with kindness rather than harsh self-judgment.

Question 4

Which statement best describes the relationship between money and happiness according to well-being research?

Accepted Answer

Money increases happiness up to a point by meeting basic needs, then the effect diminishes

Answer

Research (including Kahneman and Deaton's landmark study) shows income improves emotional well-being up to a threshold that meets basic needs, after which additional wealth has diminishing returns.

Question 5

Daniel is emotionally intelligent and generally happy. When he encounters an unfair situation at work, he is most likely to:

Accepted Answer

Acknowledge his frustration while constructively addressing the issue

Answer

Emotionally intelligent, happy people can acknowledge negative emotions authentically while channeling them constructively rather than suppressing or being overwhelmed by them.

Emotional Intelligence Practice Test

Emotional Intelligence Practice Test

Emotional Intelligence (Happiness) 3