LMSW Practice Test

A psychological, cultural, and political orientation to life that both determines and influences how people think, behave, make decisions, and understand phenomena is usually called a

1. culture.

2. perception.

3. personal opinion.

4. worldview.

The correct answer is: culture.

The correct answer is the concept of worldview. A worldview encompasses the broader psychological, cultural, and political frameworks through which individuals interpret and understand their experiences. It shapes their beliefs, influences their values, and guides their actions and decisions in various aspects of life. While culture refers specifically to the customs, beliefs, and social behaviors shared by a group, it is a component of a larger worldview. Perception relates more to how individuals interpret sensory information and may not fully encapsulate the broader influences of culture and politics. Personal opinion reflects individual perspectives but does not account for the collective and deeper lens through which people engage with the world around them. Thus, worldview is the most comprehensive term that describes the overarching orientation that shapes thought and behavior.