Understanding Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
This worksheet introduces seventh-grade students to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, exploring the different levels of human needs and their importance.
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Understanding Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet will help you understand Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs.
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs is a psychological theory proposed by Abraham Maslow in his 1943 paper 'A Theory of Human Motivation'. It describes human needs in a hierarchical order, often depicted as a pyramid. The theory suggests that basic needs must be met before individuals can pursue higher-level needs.
1. Who proposed the Hierarchy of Needs theory?
Sigmund Freud
Abraham Maslow
Carl Rogers
B.F. Skinner
2. Which of the following is considered a 'basic need' at the bottom of Maslow's pyramid?
Self-esteem
Friendship
Food
Creativity
3. The very first level of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs consists of needs, such as breathing, food, and water.
4. The need for safety and comes after basic physiological needs are met.
5. According to Maslow, achieving your full potential is known as -actualization.
6. Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs is often represented as a circle.
True
False
7. The need for love and belonging is a higher-level need than the need for safety.
True
False
8. Give an example of a physiological need and explain why it is essential for survival.
9. Describe one way a school can help meet students' 'love and belonging' needs.
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