GRE Subject 2026 Practice Test Psychology Introduction to Psychology Free Quiz 1

1. What is the scientific study of behavior and mental processes?

A. Behavior and mental processes B. The mind only C. Behavior only D. The brain only

2. Who is known as the father of psychology?

A. Freud B. Skinner C. Wundt D. Piaget

3. Which school focused on the purpose of consciousness?

A. Structuralism B. Functionalism C. Behaviorism D. Psychoanalysis

4. Which school emphasizes the unconscious mind?

A. Behaviorism B. Humanism C. Psychoanalysis D. Cognitive psychology

5. Which school emphasizes free will and self-actualization?

A. Behaviorism B. Psychoanalysis C. Cognitive psychology D. Humanism

6. What does cognitive psychology focus on?

A. Behavior B. Mental processes C. Unconscious drives D. Social interactions

7. What does biological psychology examine?

A. Brain and behavior B. Social influences C. Thought processes D. Development

8. What does the nature vs. nurture debate concern?

A. Free will B. Genetics vs. environment C. Consciousness D. Intelligence

9. What is the main difference between a psychologist and a psychiatrist?

A. Psychologist has Ph.D., psychiatrist has M.D. B. Both have Ph.D. C. Both are medical doctors D. Only psychologists prescribe

10. What does clinical psychology focus on?

A. Research B. Social influence C. Mental disorders D. Development