Indian Institute of Technology Madras
BS Degree Programme · Examination & Study Paper
BSGN3001 · Strategies for Professional Growth
Emotional intelligence
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- Solve on notebook/paper first before checking solutions.
- MCQ: Exactly 1 option is correct. Negative marking applies.
- Scientific calculator allowed for all calculations.
- Official answer key is sealed at the end of this sheet.
End Term · 31 Aug 2025 (FN)End Term
- Q1MCQ1 Mark·Choose one option
Which of the following best illustrates self-regulation in Emotional Intelligence?
- AThe ability to know one's emotions, strengths, weaknesses, and recognize their impact on others while using gut feelings to guide decisions
- BBeing aware of what motivates them.
- CThe ability to control or redirect one's disruptive emotions and impulses and adapt to changing circumstances.
- DConsidering other people's feelings especially when making decisions.
Quiz 2 · 3 Aug 2025 (AN)Quiz 2
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Q2MCQ1 Mark·Choose one optionWhich of the following best illustrates an "amygdala hijack" in the context of emotional intelligence?
- AFeeling tired after a long meeting and deciding to take a break
- BReacting with sudden anger during a team discussion and regretting it later
- CCalmly disagreeing with a colleague and explaining your viewpoint
- DIdentifying a teammate’s stress and offering support
Read the passage below, then answer Q3–Q5
Based on the above data, answer the given subquestions.
Q3MCQ1 Mark·Choose one option[EI Constructs] Vaibhwee, an electronics engineer, leads a team developing a new IoT-enabled home automation device. Despite delays due to component shortages, Vaibhwee remains calm, adapts plans quickly, and helps the team stay focused. She manages stress well and doesn’t let frustration spill over into meetings, encouraging others to stay flexible and professional too. Which construct of emotional intelligence does Vaibhwee demonstrate?
- ASelf-awareness
- BSelf-regulation
- CMotivation
- DEmpathy
- ESocial skills
- Q4MCQ1 Mark·Choose one option
[EI Constructs] Puja, a senior professional with over 15 years of experience, mentors junior employees regularly. She actively listens to their concerns, picks up on unspoken emotional cues, and adjusts her guidance based on their comfort levels. Her team often says they feel “understood” and “supported” in her presence. Which construct of emotional intelligence does Pooja demonstrate?
- ASelf-awareness
- BSelf-regulation
- CMotivation
- DEmpathy
- ESocial skills
- Q5MCQ1 Mark·Choose one option
[EI Constructs] Sreekanth is a data scientist working in a fast-paced product analytics team. Before presenting findings to stakeholders, he always double-checks his biases and acknowledges when his emotional state could affect interpretation. He is quick to recognize moments when he feels defensive in meetings and works on adjusting his tone and body language to remain composed. Which construct of emotional intelligence does Sreekanth demonstrate?
- ASelf-awareness
- BSelf-regulation
- CMotivation
- DEmpathy
- ESocial skills
End Term · 13 Apr 2025 (AN)End Term
- Q6MCQ1 Mark·Choose one option
Emotional intelligence is critical in leadership and teamwork. Which of the following best defines Emotional Intelligence?
- AAbility to stay happy at all times
- BAbility to understand and manage emotions and social interactions
- CSkill of influencing others emotions
- DPersonality trait that determines how naturally empathetic a person is
- Q7MCQ1 Mark·Choose one option
Prashant is conscious of his emotions, while Ananyaa senses how others feel and responds accordingly. Which EI constructs do they reflect respectively?
- AMotivation and empathy
- BSelf-awareness and empathy
- CSelf-regulation and social skills
- DEmpathy and social awareness