Question

7
multiple choice 1 point
what is a central idea of the passage about combatting imposter syndrome.
○ seeking medication and psychotherapy is necessary for recovery
○ comparing yourself to others can help you can gain perspective.
○ watching movies and reading books where underdogs come out on top can provide inspiration
○ practicing regular self-compassion improves self-image long term.

8
multiple choice 1 point
which statement from the text most strongly exemplifies the correct answer to question 7?
○ \instead of focusing on being perfect, it is helpful to remind yourself that everyone is entitled to make mistakes—even you. and, when you do well, do something amazing for yourself.\
○ \undoubtedly, you are great at something.\
○ \to manage emotions effectively, it is important to have a toolbox of strategies from which you can choose.\
○ \anxiety can manifest in tension in the body, an increased heartbeat, an inability to stay still and focus, and hurried speech.\

Explanation:

Question 7

• Option A: The passage likely doesn't emphasize medication/psychotherapy as necessary for combating imposter syndrome (focus is on self - help strategies more).
• Option B: Comparing to others often worsens imposter syndrome, not help gain perspective.
• Option C: While inspirational media can help, it's not a central idea for combating imposter syndrome.
• Option D: Self - compassion (being kind to oneself, accepting mistakes, rewarding success) is a key long - term strategy to improve self - image and combat imposter syndrome.

• The correct answer to Question 7 is about self - compassion. The statement "Instead of focusing on being perfect, it is helpful to remind yourself that everyone is entitled to make mistakes—even you. And, when you do well, do something amazing for yourself" talks about self - compassion (accepting mistakes, rewarding oneself), which aligns with the central idea of Question 7.
• Option B: Just stating one is great at something doesn't relate to self - compassion.
• Option C: Talks about emotion management strategies, not self - compassion.
• Option D: Describes anxiety symptoms, not related to self - compassion.

Answer:

D. Practicing regular self - compassion improves self - image long term.

Question 8