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QuizMultiple Choice

Character and Culture in Literature

Question 17 • LHS English 10

Which scenario is an example of extrinsic motivation?

Answer
A
The doorbell rang, but Manny didn’t answer; he felt too exhausted for visitors.
B
When the temperature suddenly dropped, Lacey ran into a heated shop to warm up.
C
After she cheated on the exam, Crystal’s guilt finally drove her to confess to her teacher.
D
Kenji’s love of animals led him to volunteer at the wildlife rescue organization every weekend.

Explanation

Extrinsic motivation comes from an outside condition or consequence rather than enjoyment or feelings arising from within. Lacey runs into the heated shop because the cold temperature is uncomfortable and she wants to warm up, so an external condition motivates her action. Kenji’s love of animals, by contrast, is an internal reason for volunteering.

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