Quiz & Worksheet - Realistic vs Optimistic Thought Processes

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Realists tend to act according to their perception of _____.

others' feelings

all the possible outcomes

the facts

the time involved

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1. The optimist believes that _____.

things are equally good or bad
things will turn out well
people are fundamentally evil
most situations are hopeless

2. Which of the following statements reflects the point of view of the pessimist?

''I believe in people.''
''Just the facts, ma'am.''
''The world will end, not with a bang, but with a whimper.''
''A challenge is merely an opportunity waiting to be utilized.''

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About This Quiz & Worksheet

Answer these questions to evaluate your understanding about optimism and pessimism. Questions will focus on definitions as well as example situations involving different types of viewpoints.

Quiz & Worksheet Goals

In this quiz, you'll see how much you understand about:

What a realist bases their actions upon
How an optimist thinks things will turn out
What a realist and optimist would say about a half glass of water

Skills Practiced

Critical thinking - apply relevant concepts to examine different people's points of view to recognize who would likely have a specific viewpoint
Defining key concepts - ensure that you can accurately define main phrases, such as realist and optimist
Knowledge application - use your knowledge to answer questions about how a realist is likely to characterize a glass that is half filled with water

Additional Learning

Learn more about realism and optimism using the lesson titled Realistic vs Optimistic Thinking. It will show you new information like:

Why optimism and pessimism are considered emotional viewpoints while realism is not
What trait can cause optimists to be risk takers
Why the realist can sometimes lose out to the optimist

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