1. Illumination or insight regarding a problem comes gradually and it is different from trial and error. Is the statement true?
A. True*
B. False
Explanation: In illumination or insight, you suddenly get the solution to the problem, also
called the “AHA” experience. In trial and error, the learning or improvement or gradual, e.g.
learning a cycle.
Topic: Creativity: What does it mean
2. Are divergent and convergent thinking similar types of thinking?
A. Yes
B. No*
Explanation: Divergent thinking involves in making logical connections between various
kinds of things. Whereas in convergent thinking is focused on a specific area and its isn’t
playful as is divergent thinking.
Topic: Creativity: What does it mean
3. In the Indian tradition, the concept of creativity is known as....
A. Pratihva*
B. Sthitpragya
C. Buddhi
Explanation: Please refer to Lecture 26.
Topic: Creativity: What does it mean
4. Which of the following components of creativity are correct?
A. Novelty
B. Originality
C. Usefulness
D. Negotiation
i. Only A is correct
ii. Only A, B are correct
iii. Only A, B and C are correct*
iv. All are correct
Explanation: Please refer to Lecture 27
Topic: Creativity: A detailed exploration
5. Qualitative thoughts are generated by the ______ of the brain, and quantitative thoughts are generated by ______ of the brain.
A. Left hemisphere: Right hemisphere
B. Right hemisphere: Left hemisphere*
C. Cerebrum: cerebellum
Explanation: Please refer to Lecture 27
Topic: Creativity: A detailed exploration
6. Which of the following is not a component of the creative thinking process?
A. Execution*
B. Incubation
C. Illumination
D. Preparation
Explanation: Please refer to Lecture 27
Topic: Creativity: A detailed exploration
7. Semantic intuition was developed by Schaude in the year ______.
A. 1979
B. 1978*
C. 1987
D. 1897
Explanation: Please refer to Lecture 28
Topic: Creativity: Activity Applied
8. Which of the following methods for generating creative ideas?
A. Trial and error
B. Means-end analysis
C. Analogies
D. Schema
i. Only A is correct
ii. Only A, B are correct
iii. Only A, B and C are correct
iv. All are correct*
Explanation: Please refer to Lecture 28
Topic: Creativity: Activity Applied
9. The six thinking hats approach was forwarded by ____________.
A. Schaude
B. Edward De Bono*
C. Goleman
D. Freud
Explanation: Please refer to Lecture 28
Topic: Creativity: Activity Applied
10. Is there a need of continuous innovations for sustainability and profitability of organizations?
A. Yes*
B. No
Explanation: Please refer to Lecture 29
Topic: Creativity at the workplace
11. Below are some statements about creativity. Among these statements, which of the following are myths regarding creativity?
A. Some people are creative while others are not
B. Creativity is something people have or don’t have
C. Creativity is disruptive and counter-productive
D. Creativity is only relevant in certain departments (e.g., design, publicity,
marketing)
i. Only A and D are correct
ii. Both A and B are correct
iii. Both B and C are correct
iv. All of the above are correct*
Explanation: Please refer to Lecture 29
Topic: Creativity at the workplace
12. In which of these idea generation techniques group members are not hastened and told to write as many alternatives as coming to their minds.
A. Slipcard writing
B. Brainstorming
C. GD Support System
D. Delphi Technique
i. Only A is correct
ii. Both A and B are correct
iii. Both B and C are correct
iv. Only B, C and D are correct*
Explanation: Please refer to Lecture 29
Topic: Creativity at the workplace
13. Which of the following components are involved in the process of critical thinking?
A. Inform and describe
B. Discover and explore
C. Negotiate and cooperate
D. Test and revise
E. Integrate and apply
i. Only A and B are correct
ii. Only B, C and D are correct
iii. Only C, D and E are correct
iv. All of the above are correct*
Explanation: Please refer to Lecture 30
Topic: Creativity, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
14. What are the dispositions according to Beyer (1995) are possessed by Critical thinkers?
A. Open-mindedness
B. Fair-mindedness
C. Reasoning
D. Internal locus of control
i. Only A and B are correct
ii. Only B, C and D are correct
iii. Only A, B and C are correct*
iv. All of the above are correct
Explanation: Please refer to Lecture 30
Topic: Creativity, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
15. Does an increase in critical thinking enhance one’s ability to understand comple phenomena, make important decisions, solve complex problems and resolve difficult issues?
A. Yes*
B. No
Explanation: Please refer to Lecture 30
Topic: Creativity, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving