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UNIT 3 Proficiency Assessment

Listen to the lecture. Then read each question. Circle the letter of the correct answer.

1 The focus of the lecture is . 6 Which statement best summarizes the fundamental
a ways of changing behavior difference between introverts and extroverts?
b the difference between introverts and a Introverts are interactive, extroverts are creative.
extroverts b Introverts are soft-spoken, extroverts are loud.
c why people are often misunderstood c Introverts turn inward, extroverts turn outward.
d an approach to success in business d Introverts are active, extroverts are cautious.

2 Which characteristic does NOT describe an 7 According to the professor, why do psychologists,
introvert? like Jung, classify personality types?
a prefers being alone a to help people become more creative
b prefers quiet rooms b to understand people’s behavior
c prefers large parties c to create stimulating environments
d prefers being cautious d to treat psychological problems

3 According to the professor, why are introverts 8 The term ambivert comes from Latin ambi, which
often considered shy? means .
a because they do not have confidence a inward
b because they are embarrassed b outward
c because they are nervous c both
d because they are quiet in groups d within

4 Which characteristic does NOT describe an 9 When discussing the job of a salesperson, what
extrovert? does the professor imply?
a likes to spend time with people a An introvert will perform best in a sales job.
b likes to attend parties b An extrovert will perform best in a sales job.
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c likes to be alone c An ambivert will perform best in a sales job.

d likes to take risks d A sales job requires stimulating behavior.

5 The professor says that extroverts “feel recharged 10 Which best describes an ambivert?
by being with people.” Another way to say a Ambiverts enjoy being alone more than being
recharged is . with other people.
a irritated b Ambiverts are friendly and outgoing, and they
b tired feel recharged in groups.
c stimulated c Ambiverts feel restless when they are with
d admired extroverts or introverts.
d Ambiverts enjoy being with people, but they
also enjoy being alone.

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