#5. Luyện nghe tiếng Anh – Is it normal to talk to yourself? Thi Duong, September 2, 2023 Your Name 1. What is the definition of "self-talk" as provided by psychologists? Verbalized thoughts directed toward oneself Silent thinking with no verbal component Imaginary dialogues with fictional characters Conversations between two people 2. According to the passage, what did Russian psychologist Lev Vygotsky hypothesize about children's outward self-talk? It was unimportant for development It was crucial to their development It was a learned behavior It was a sign of mental instability 3. Why do some people engage in self-talk? (Choose TWO) To boost creativity To avoid talking to others To entertain themselves To plan and organize their thoughts To analyze past experiences To practice managing behaviors and emotions 4. How does self-talk typically evolve as children grow older? It becomes more private and internalized It remains vocal throughout adulthood It becomes louder It disappears completely 5. Which type of self-talk has been shown to increase concentration and accuracy, especially in athletes? Negative self-talk Neutral self-talk Instructional self-talk Motivational self-talk 6. Which of the following is an example of distanced self-talk? "I am prepared for this test." "This task is impossible." "You can do it, John!" "I can't believe I'm so bad at this." 7. What is one key message conveyed in the passage regarding self-talk? Self-talk can have both positive and negative impacts Self-talk should always be critical and demanding Self-talk is unnecessary and should be avoided Self-talk is primarily a sign of mental instability 8. How can negative self-talk affect individuals, according to the passage? It complicates matters It is a sign of self-confidence It can lead to anxiety and depression It helps tackle everyday tasks 9. Which psychological treatment is focused on regulating the tone of self-talk and replacing negative thoughts with more compassionate reflections? Psychoanalysis Behaviorism Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Humanistic therapy 10. In the passage, what is the main suggestion given to individuals when engaging in self-talk? Be kind and compassionate in your self-talk Replace self-talk with conversations with others Avoid self-talk altogether Engage in negative self-talk to build resilience Time is Up! Time's up Listening