Quiz: Authentic Happiness Book Knowledge Challenge

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    Who is the author of the book "Authentic Happiness"?

    • Daniel Kahneman
    • Carol Dweck
    • Martin Seligman
    • Viktor Frankl
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Discover the world of psychology and explore the central concepts of happiness with this insightful Authentic Happiness Quiz. This knowledge challenge delves into a renowned book, 'Authentic Happiness.' Do you know who is the author of this book? Which field of psychology is closely related to the book's concept? Well, with this quiz, you can test your understanding of the book's core principles and much more.

Take the Authentic Happiness Quiz to deepen your knowledge of the book's insights and the field of psychology that is related to the concept. Are you ready to embark on a journey toward authentic happiness? Challenge yourself with this Authentic Happiness Quiz!

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  • 2. 

    What is the central concept of "Authentic Happiness"?

    • Pursuit of wealth

    • Pursuit of pleasure

    • Pursuit of meaning and positive emotion

    • Pursuit of fame

    Correct Answer
    A. Pursuit of meaning and positive emotion
    Explanation
    The central concept of the book/theory holds that there are three distinct kinds of happiness: the Pleasant Life (pleasures), the Good Life (engagement), and the Meaningful Life.

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  • 3. 

    Which field of psychology is closely associated with the author's work in "Authentic Happiness"?

    • Behavioral psychology

    • Positive psychology

    • Psychoanalysis

    • Cognitive psychology

    Correct Answer
    A. Positive psychology
    Explanation
    Martin Seligman is known for his work in positive psychology, which is closely associated with the book. In his 2002 book Authentic Happiness, Seligman saw happiness as made up of positive emotion, engagement and meaning.

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  • 4. 

    In which year the book "Authentic Happiness" was published?

    • 2002

    • 2005

    • 2010

    • 204

    Correct Answer
    A. 2002
    Explanation
    The book "Authentic Happiness" was published on 27 August 2002. 

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  • 5. 

    What term does the author use to describe the state of being fully absorbed in a challenging activity and losing track of time?

    • Flow

    • Bliss

    • Zen

    • Euphoria

    Correct Answer
    A. Flow
    Explanation
    According to the author, engagement is being one with the music (2012). Engagement is similar to the concept of flow. It refers to a loss of self-consciousness and complete absorption in an activity. It is mindfully focusing on the task at hand.

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  • 6. 

    According to the author, what are the three components of happiness?

    • Pleasure, wealth, and success

    • Positive emotion, engagement, and meaning

    • Fame, power, and achievement

    • Pleasure, happiness, and purpose

    Correct Answer
    A. Positive emotion, engagement, and meaning
    Explanation
    As per the author, Happiness has three aspects: positive emotion, engagement, and meaning, each of which feeds into life satisfaction and is measured entirely by subjective report.

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  • 7. 

    The author discusses the concept of "signature strengths." What are signature strengths in the context of the book?

    • Personal weaknesses

    • Positive character traits that are most authentic to an individual

    • Acquired skills

    • Hidden talents

    Correct Answer
    A. Positive character traits that are most authentic to an individual
    Explanation
    Signature strengths are the positive aspects of your personality that define who you are and how you contribute to the world. They are not skills or abilities that you learn or acquire, but rather innate characteristics that you value and express naturally.

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  • 8. 

    In "Authentic Happiness," the author explores the idea that the pursuit of happiness is influenced by genetics, circumstances, and personal choices. What is this known as?

    • The Hedonic Treadmill

    • The Threefold Path

    • The Happiness Equation

    • The Positive Psychology Model

    Correct Answer
    A. The Hedonic Treadmill
    Explanation
    This idea is known as the Hedonic Treadmill, which suggests that individuals return to a relatively stable level of happiness regardless of life changes.

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  • 9. 

    What does the "Gratitude Visit" exercise, introduced in the book, involve?

    • Writing down daily affirmations

    • Writing a letter of gratitude to someone and reading it to them in person

    • Keeping a gratitude journal

    • Practicing mindfulness meditation

    Correct Answer
    A. Writing a letter of gratitude to someone and reading it to them in person
    Explanation
    The gratitude visit exercise is: Think of someone who had a profound impact on your life, someone who you never reached out to and told how they influenced you. Then, sit down and write that person a letter telling them specifically what they did to make a difference in your life.

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    In "Authentic Happiness," what term does the author use to describe the state of being fully immersed in activities that align with personal strengths and values, where individuals feel a deep sense of engagement and fulfillment?

    • Blissful living

    • Hedonistic pleasure

    • The engaged life

    • Serendipitous moments

    Correct Answer
    A. The engaged life
    Explanation
    Martin Seligman uses the term "The engaged life" to describe the state of being fully immersed in activities that align with personal strengths and values, leading to a deep sense of engagement and fulfillment.

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