The Feeling Of What Happens by Antonio Damasio
  • 1. Who is the author of 'The Feeling of What Happens'?
A) Albert Bandura
B) Malcolm Gladwell
C) Antonio Damasio
D) Daniel Kahneman
  • 2. What concept does Damasio introduce to explain the connection between feelings and bodily responses?
A) Cognitive dissonance
B) Somatic markers
C) Emotional intelligence
D) The bystander effect
  • 3. In Damasio's view, what plays a crucial role in decision-making?
A) Instincts
B) Emotions
C) Logical reasoning
D) Cultural norms
  • 4. Which method does Damasio use to illustrate his theories?
A) Experimental trials
B) Meta-analysis
C) Surveys
D) Case studies
  • 5. What does Damasio propose about consciousness?
A) It arises from emotional experiences
B) It is unrelated to the body
C) It is a purely logical process
D) It is a cultural construct
  • 6. What is an example of a somatic marker?
A) A statistical observation
B) A gut feeling about a decision
C) An abstract thought
D) A logical conclusion
  • 7. What does Damasio suggest about the origins of feelings?
A) They originate from bodily states
B) They come from external environments
C) They are purely cognitive
D) They are socially constructed
  • 8. Which part of the brain is most associated with feelings?
A) The cerebellum
B) The limbic system
C) The occipital lobe
D) The brainstem
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