What This Document Is
This document consists of practice questions—with answers—designed to help students prepare for the first examination in PSY 001, Introduction to Psychology at Hofstra University, taught by Dr. Gabriel G. Feldmar. It’s a review tool created by a student, Lily Rivera, covering foundational concepts and historical figures in the field.
Why This Document Matters
This practice exam is valuable for students enrolled in Dr. Feldmar’s introductory psychology course. It’s most effectively used *after* initial study of course materials—textbook readings, lectures, and notes—to assess comprehension and identify areas needing further review. It serves as a self-check before the high-stakes exam, helping to build confidence and reinforce learning.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This practice exam is not a substitute for comprehensive study. It represents a single student’s interpretation of the material and may not cover *all* topics that will appear on the actual exam. Relying solely on these questions will likely result in an incomplete understanding of the course content. It also doesn’t provide in-depth explanations of *why* answers are correct or incorrect.
What This Document Provides
The full document includes 28 multiple-choice questions covering the history of psychology (including key figures like William James and Wilhelm Wundt), major schools of thought (structuralism, functionalism, behaviorism, Gestalt psychology, humanistic psychology, and positive psychology), research methods (hypothesis formation, correlation, experimentation), basic neuroscience (neurons, neurotransmitters, brain structures), and the work of Sigmund Freud.
This preview only shows the questions and answers. The full document does *not* include detailed explanations of the concepts tested, nor does it offer additional study resources or a complete syllabus.
