NLP Practitioner Certification Test (#20)First NameLast NameEmailSection One: True or FalseCommunication can be broken down into three components: words, tonality, and physiology. The most significant of these is words. True FalseIn NLP, a reframe changes the “frame” or context of a statement to give it another meaning. It helps one to see something in a new or different way. True FalseIn NLP, a “state” refers to your way of being at a particular moment, especially with regard to mental and emotional experiences. Examples: happy, sad, excited, frustrated, focused, motivated, bored. True FalseSensory acuity is not very important and is only used in a few NLP techniques. True FalsePeople prefer to communicate in one of these sensory modalities: visual, auditory, kinesthetic, or auditory-digital. True FalseIn NLP, Anchors create neurological associations which can then be triggered by a stimulus to produce the desired state. True FalseThe primary way to create rapport is by finding a common experience or area of interest with another person. True FalseMost people respond well to auditory-digital predicates like “sense,” “experience”, or “learn,” even if it is not their primary representational system. True FalseWhen creating an NLP Anchor, you can never anchor too late, but you can anchor too early. True FalseAll Anchors are positive. True FalseA strategy is a specific sequence of internal and external representations that leads to a particular outcome. True FalseThe Milton Model taught in NLP was modeled from Milton Erickson and is used to “chunk down” and discover specific information in the client’s model of the world. True FalseThe Meta Model taught in NLP addresses the deletions, distortions, and generalizations in the language of a client. True FalsePresuppositions are assumptions, things you assume to be true or real. True FalseThe Law of Requisite Variety states that “In a given physical system, that part of the system with the greatest flexibility will influence (control) the system.” True FalseWhen you want to break rapport with someone, a good technique to use is the Agreement Frame. True FalseEliciting Submodalities is useful because they tell me more about the content of an Internal Representation. True FalseAn Internal Representation is the content of our thinking which includes pictures, sounds, feelings, tastes, smells, and self-talk. True FalseThe Presuppositions of NLP are not really true. You can take or leave them, and they will not affect your results as an NLP Practitioner. True FalseA sensory-based description describes someone’s external behavior only in terms of their physiology, without judgment or evaluation. Example: her face muscles tightened and she made fists with her hands. True FalseWhen using Contrastive Analysis to discover submodality differences, it is important to read the checklist quickly. True FalseSection Two: Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following correctly describes Neuro-Linguistic Programming? (choose all that apply) NLP uses the internal language of the mind to consistently achieve specific and desired outcomes. NLP is a process of modeling successful people to discover the internal and external patterns and behaviors that make them successful. NLP allows you to mind-control others in your environment. Through modeling, NLP refines successful techniques that can then be taught to others. NLP theory and techniques help you to communicate successfully with yourself and with others.NLP assists people to shift from a present state to a desired state using 5 steps:• Discover the present model of the world • Loosen the model of the world• Utilize change techniques • Resolve issues and check ecology• Future PaceThe model which explains this is called: The Meta Model The Milton Model The NLP Model of Change The Hierarchy of Ideas The Metaphor ModelAccording to the NLP Communication Model, you filter external information in the following three ways: Deletion Distortion Generalization Representation AutomationRapport is important because: (choose all that apply) Rapport allows me to communicate and connect at the unconscious level Rapport make it more likely that another person will want to listen to what I have to say Rapport focuses on the content of the conversation Rapport means we think exactly alike Rapport leads to greater understanding and the ability to influence one anotherWhich of the following do we learn from The Hierarchy of Ideas model? (choose all that apply) With practice, we can move flexibly in our communication from “big picture” to “details”, from abstract to specific. “Chunking up” to the big picture moves someone into a trance state. “Chunking down” to specific details moves someone out of a trance state. Milton Model language is a way of “chunking up”. Meta Model questions are a way of “chunking down.”What are the 4 main anchoring techniques (in other words: what are the 4 types of anchors we use in NLP?)? Simple anchors. Stacked Anchors. Overwhelming Anchors. Collapsing Anchors. Slipping and Sliding Anchors. Chaining anchors.Consider the following: “There is never enough time.” “I don’t have what it takes.” ”I can’t do that.” “I do have what it takes.” “I always have choices.” What are these examples of? Pattern Interrupts Reality Statements Well-Formed Outcomes Break States AnchorsFrom the following, what is true about the unconscious mind? (choose all that apply) It preserves and runs the body. It is responsible for storing your memories and emotions. It is rational and analytical. It may repress unresolved negative emotions, and then present them for resolution at an appropriate time. It is the “goal-setter.” It is the domain of habits, and needs repetition to install a habit. It wants to work hard and take the most difficult path. It needs clear direction.How does NLP define and describe a ”part” in Parts Integration? (choose all that apply) A part is state-dependent, which means it’s only activated when a person is in a certain state. A part is a neural network, which means it is a distinct group of behaviors, beliefs, and strategies within the nervous system. A part has functional autonomy, which means it acts separately of the rest of the unconscious mind. A part has intentions which always include the intentions of the whole.When using Sensory Acuity in NLP, which of the following are you able to observe in another person? Skin color Skin tonus What someone is thinking Breathing rate Breathing location What someone is feeling Lower lip size When someone’s state changes Focused or defocused eyes Internal representationsWhen establishing rapport, which of the following might you match and mirror? Clothing Posture Gestures Facial expression Food preferences Representational system Voice volumeThe only way to know for sure that you have rapport with another person is: You perceive that he/she likes you. He/she feels understood and validated. You completely respect his/her model of the world. You pace, then you lead, and he/she follows your lead.Which of the following describes someone with a preferred visual representational system? They sit or stand erect They are organized and neat They dislike music They memorize by seeing pictures They are artistic and like to paint They speak from the top of their lungs They tend to talk fastWhich of the following describes someone with a preferred auditory representational system? They breathe from the middle of their chest They learn by listening They respond to voice tonality They are color-blind They talk to themselves They might say “that sounds good” or “hear me out” They are natural singersWhich of the following describes someone with a preferred kinesthetic representational system? They move and talk slowly They breath from the bottom of their lungs They are couch potatoes They learn by doing Physical touch is important to them They may get in touch with how they feel before speaking They are not very smartWhich of the following describes someone with a preferred auditory-digital representational system? They do not like the other representational systems and will not use them They process using a lot of self-talk They tend to be abstract They tend to be logical and analytical They are usually engineers They are interested in “processing”, “considering”, and “understanding” things They are boringIf you are communicating with someone who has a preferred visual rep system, and you want to maintain rapport, which of the following would you say? (choose all that apply) Your plan sounds great. I see what you’re saying. I’m a little foggy on this one point. Let’s get a handle on this problem. I’m catching on. Paint me a picture. That’s crystal clear.If you are communicating with someone who has a preferred auditory rep system, and you want to maintain rapport, which of the following would you say? (choose all that apply) Get over it. I hear you loud and clear. You have a solid plan. That’s music to my ears. What you’re saying is resonating with me. I don’t understand. Sounds good.If you are communicating with someone who has a preferred kinesthetic rep system, and you want to maintain rapport, which of the following would you say? (choose all that apply) Let’s make a concrete plan. I want to tap into your expertise. Describe in detail the issue. Look at it from a different perspective. It boils down to this. We’ll throw out a few ideas. Hear me out.Which of the following is useful for assisting someone in accessing positive, resourceful states? Milton Model language patterns Stacked Anchors Reframes The Master Practitioner having a positive state and Internal Representation All of the above None of the aboveFor which of the following techniques would you NOT establish rapport? Parts Integration Collapsing Anchors Swish Pattern Meta Model questions You always establish rapport with a client before any techniqueWhen crafting a “well-formed outcome” ( ie., a good goal), you want to make sure you have met certain criteria. Which of the following are criteria you want to meet? The goal is a move-towards (stated positively). The goal is specific and simple. Other people want this goal for you. Your path to the goal is the most efficient possible. You have a measurement of success. Your goal is reasonable and it is possible for you to achieve it. There is a time context for your goal. The goal must be achieved in the next 5 years.According to the Hierarchy of Ideas, Which of the following are questions you might ask someone who is “lost in the weeds”, when you want them to think of the bigger picture? “What is this an example of?” “What is your intention?” “Why are you doing that? “What’s wrong with you?” “For what purpose?”According to the Hierarchy of Ideas, Which of the following are questions you might ask someone who is “lost in the clouds”, when you want them to get more specific? “How does that make sense?” “What/who/where/how specifically?” “What is an example of this?” “What’s the overarching idea?” “What is a component/part of this?”Which of the following describes the Meta Model? It is a model of communication. It is a process of questioning that helps people to “chunk down” and become aware of more specific information. It can only be used by therapists. It helps to recover information being deleted, distorted, and generalized by a speaker.Which of the following describes the Milton Model? It is a model of communication. It consists of language most people do not use in ordinary conversation. It consists of artfully vague and ambiguous language patterns. It is manipulative. It helps people to tap into their unconscious resources. It is motivating and inspiring.When using the Agreement Frame, what are three things you might say? “Yes, but. . .” “I agree, and. . .” “I understand, and. . .” “I appreciate, and. . .” “I respect, and. . .”Which technique uses two separate anchors to eliminate a negative or unresourceful anchor? Simple Anchor Ring of Power Collapsing Anchor Swish Pattern Chaining AnchorsFrom the following, choose the 5 Keys to Anchoring; the main considerations that determine the effectiveness of the anchor. (hint: ITURN) The Intensity of the Experience The Instigation of the Coach The Timing of the Anchor The Truthfulness of the Client. The Uniqueness of the Anchor The Replicability of the Stimulus The Number of Times the state is anchored The Naming of the EmotionFrom the following, choose the 4 Steps to Anchoring; the 4 things you do in any Anchoring technique. (hint: RACE) Recall a past vivid experience. Render negative emotions obsolete. Anchor a specific stimulus at the peak of the state. Change the person’s state (break state). Choose an alternative meaning. Evoke the state (test by setting off anchor).Which of the following is true of the Parts Integration technique? The goal of a Parts Integration is to elicit the relevant parts and chunk up each part’s intention until they both realize they share the same highest intention. Not every Part has a “flip side” or opposite part. If they don’t, you cannot do a Parts Integration. Both parts must state the same word as their highest intention. During the technique, clients may be associated or dissociated to the Parts. As the Parts integrate, the client’s hands will automatically begin to come together.What is true about metaphors? They are stories with multiple layers of meaning. NLP uses them to lead clients to new resources and behaviors. They connect with the client at the unconscious level. They use clear, specific Meta Model language. They can be used to install a new strategy.When leading a client through a Swish Pattern technique, which of the following do you want to remember? To associate the client into the Old Picture (they are looking through their own eyes). To dissociate the client in the New Picture (they see themselves in the picture). To repeat the Swish part of the technique 12-15 times slowly and carefully, always pausing between repeats. To make sure the Internal Representation of the New Picture is positive and “real”, with lots of sensory-specific details. To have a “break state” between each repetition of the Swish Pattern. To create a loop from one repetition to another.Which of the following give you information about a client’s model of the world? Linguistic Presuppositions Representational Systems Deletions, Distortions, and Generalizations in the client’s language Reality Statements StrategiesSection 3: MatchingImagine that you are working with a client in a specific niche and you are crystal clear regarding your scope of practice. For each situation below, choose the most appropriate NLP technique to address the situation.Your client says “Part of me wants to leave my job, and part of me doesn’t.” Swish Pattern Fast Phobia Model Submodality Mapping Across (Like to Dislike) Parts Integration Chaining AnchorsYour client says “I am mostly doing well with my diet and nutrition, except for the fact that I drink 6 cans of Coca-Cola every day.” Swish Pattern Fast Phobia Model Submodality Mapping Across (Like to Dislike) Parts Integration Chaining AnchorsYour client describes the following situation: “When I was five years old, I was attacked by a neighbor’s dog and had to get 15 stitches. Ever since, I have been terrified of dogs. If one comes near, I run away.” Swish Pattern Fast Phobia Model Submodality Mapping Across (Like to Dislike) Parts Integration Chaining AnchorsYour client says “I have been procrastinating. It’s like I don’t know where my motivation has gone.” Swish Pattern Fast Phobia Model Submodality Mapping Across (Like to Dislike) Parts Integration Chaining AnchorsYour client says “I would love to stop biting my nails, but it’s such an unconscious habit that I don’t even realize I’m doing it.” Swish Pattern Fast Phobia Model Submodality Mapping Across (Like to Dislike) Parts Integration Chaining AnchorsThe following terms are important in submodality techniques. Match each term with its definition.The following terms describe key elements of many NLP techniques. Please match the term to its correct definition.The following questions list 4 Milton Model language patterns with examples of each pattern. Match the pattern to its corresponding example.Save & ResumeSubmit Form