Chapter 10 Before You Move On Answers

1. What role does the amygdala play in regulating emotions?

This part of the brain stores memories and allows for instant action.

2. What ideas did Gardner profess which contributed to the development of Emotional Intelligence?

That ‘intelligence’ should be considered more widely than being the ability to perform well in IQ tests. He felt these tests were too narrow and focussed on a limited range of cognitive ability. 

3. What does Goleman suggest as being the five components of Emotional Intelligence?

Self-Awareness; Managing Emotions; Motivating Oneself; Recognising Emotions in Others; Managing Relationships.