What is the difference between a growth mindset and a fixed mindset?
AGrowth mindset means you're always happy; fixed mindset means you're sad
BFixed mindset: abilities are unchangeable. Growth mindset: abilities can improve with effort
CThey're the same thing
DFixed mindset is better
A growth mindset means you believe you can improve through practice; a fixed mindset means you believe your abilities are locked in place.
Question 2 True / False
If you have a growth mindset, you will never struggle or fail.
TTrue
FFalse
Answer: False
False. A growth mindset means you expect challenges and failure as part of learning. You struggle *and keep trying* instead of giving up.
Question 3 True / False
Talent matters more than effort in determining success.
TTrue
FFalse
Answer: False
False. Research shows that effort, practice, and persistence matter as much as (or more than) raw talent for reaching goals.
Question 4 Multiple Choice
A fixed mindset response to struggling with math would be:
AI'm just not a math person
BI don't get this yet, but I can improve with help and practice
CI'm stupid
DEveryone's better at math than me
A growth mindset response acknowledges the struggle but frames it as temporary and solvable through effort.
Question 5 Short Answer
Think of something you find difficult. Write a growth mindset statement about it.
Think about your answer, then reveal below.
Model answer: Example: If you struggle with public speaking: 'I'm nervous about speaking in front of people, AND I can get better with practice. Each time I do it, I'll improve.'
Good answers acknowledge the difficulty while adding 'yet' or 'and' — opening space for improvement rather than deciding you're just bad at it.