Taking an Overview of the Theories of Intelligence, All but Which

question 12

Multiple Choice

Taking an overview of the theories of intelligence, all but which of the following are fair conclusions?

• A)We should broaden our thoughts about what intelligence is and how it should be measured.
• B)Human intelligence consists of multiple aspects.
• C)It is important to take cultural context into consideration when assessing human intelligence.
• D)Gardner and Sternberg's theories can be characterized as "theory rich, but data poor."
• E)Since there is strong evidence for the existence of separate types of intelligence, we should replace existing intelligence tests with tests that measure these types of intelligence.

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Definitions:

Tale of Genji

A classic work of Japanese literature written in the early 11th century by Murasaki Shikibu, detailing the life and loves of the nobleman Genji.

Gu Kaizhi's Admonitions

Refers to "Admonitions of the Instructress to the Court Ladies," a famous Chinese scroll painting by the artist Gu Kaizhi, illustrating a moralistic tale.

Phoenix Hall

The main building of Byōdō-in, a historic Buddhist temple in Uji, Japan, known for its Phoenix-like architecture.

Horyuji

An ancient Buddhist temple in Ikaruga, Nara Prefecture, Japan, known for its historic wooden structures and as a UNESCO World Heritage site.