Self-Assessment Question 11.5

1. According to research conducted with English-speaking participants, __________ is elicited by awareness that one has drawn unwanted social attention (such as after an understandable mistake); __________ is elicited by the appraisal that one has done something morally wrong; and __________ is elicited by the appraisal that one's social value has been lowered.
a. embarrassment; guilt; shame
b. shame; guilt; embarrassment
c. shame; embarrassment; guilt
d. guilt; embarrassment; shame

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2. According to research discussed in the textbook, which of the following aspects of shame is consistent across cultures?
a. The appraisals that elicit shame.
b. The specific situations that lead to feelings of shame.
c. Whether shame is considered socially desirable versus problematic.
d. All of the above appear to be consistent across cultures.

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3. Studies find that the experience of most negative emotions declines as people grow older, with the exception of ___________, which tends to increase in older age.
a. fear
b. anger
c. sadness
d. shame

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