by abshire.amy
Delve into the world of social work, where empathy meets action and theory transforms into practice. This quiz will take you through various facets of social work, from foundational theories to practical applications in diverse settings. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, this quiz is a great way to refresh your knowledge and learn something new. Good luck and enjoy the challenge!
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Social Work Quiz Questions Overview
1. What is the primary goal of social work?
To provide financial aid
To enhance human well-being and help meet the basic needs of all people
To enforce laws
To offer medical care
2. Which of the following is a core value of social work according to the NASW Code of Ethics?
Competitiveness
Integrity
Profitability
Efficiency
3. Which theory emphasizes the importance of the environment in shaping individual behavior?
Psychoanalytic Theory
Systems Theory
Cognitive Behavioral Theory
Humanistic Theory
4. What is the primary focus of micro-level social work practice?
Community development
Policy advocacy
Individual and family counseling
Organizational management
5. Which landmark legislation created the Social Security program in the United States?
The Civil Rights Act
The Social Security Act of 1935
The Affordable Care Act
The Medicare Act
6. What is the term for the process of helping clients understand and cope with their emotions?
Cognitive restructuring
Empathy
Emotional regulation
Psychoeducation
7. Which of the following is an example of mezzo-level social work practice?
Individual therapy
Community organizing
Group therapy
Policy reform
8. What is the primary purpose of a needs assessment in social work?
To diagnose mental health conditions
To evaluate the effectiveness of interventions
To identify and prioritize client needs
To develop treatment plans
9. Which social work theory focuses on the strengths and resources of clients rather than their deficits?
Deficit Theory
Strengths-Based Perspective
Conflict Theory
Behavioral Theory
10. What is the term for the ethical principle that requires social workers to keep client information confidential?
Autonomy
Confidentiality
Nonmaleficence
Justice
11. Which intervention strategy involves working with clients to develop goals and create action plans?
Case management
Crisis intervention
Goal setting
Advocacy
12. What is the primary focus of macro-level social work practice?
Individual therapy
Group counseling
Community and policy change
Family therapy
13. Which of the following best describes the concept of ‘cultural competence’ in social work?
Adhering to one’s own cultural norms
Ignoring cultural differences
Understanding and respecting cultural differences
Enforcing cultural assimilation
14. What is the term for the process of evaluating the outcomes of social work interventions?
Assessment
Evaluation
Diagnosis
Intervention
15. Which social work approach focuses on the client’s right to self-determination and making their own choices?
Authoritarian approach
Client-centered approach
Directive approach
Behavioral approach
16. What is the primary purpose of advocacy in social work?
To provide therapy
To enforce laws
To promote social change and justice
To manage cases
17. Which of the following is an example of a social work intervention at the community level?
Individual counseling
Family therapy
Community organizing
Case management
18. What is the term for the ethical principle that emphasizes doing no harm to clients?
Beneficence
Nonmaleficence
Autonomy
Justice
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