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Psychology of Colors

Human perception of colors ...


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Color psychology believes that Colors impact human minds, feelings and mood in different ways. In fact, Ancient Egyptians and Chinese believed that human mind, behavior and body condition could be altered by appropriate exposure to various colors. This type of therapy is known as "Chromotherapy". For example, in this treatment:

* Red was used to stimulate the body and mind and to increase circulation.
* Yellow was used to stimulate the nerves and purify the body.
* Orange was used to heal the lungs and to increase energy levels.
* Blue was used to soothe illnesses and treat pain.
* Indigo shades were used to alleviate skin problems.

Try whether you can identify the colors and its impact on human behavior, mood or feelings. Have fun!

 


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Which color is considred to be most attention getting?

a. Black
b. Yellow
c. Red
d. Green
e. Blue

Answer: [c]
RED is considered to be most attention getting. In fact, it is considered to represent "Good Luck" in China that brides wear this color in their marriage.

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Which color is considered to represent royalty?

a. White
b. Yellow
c. Purple
d. Blue

Answer: [c]
PURPLE is considered to be represent royalty. Some information says that purple was one of the favorite color for Cleopatra.


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Which color is considered to represent "calmness"?

a. White
b. Half-White
c. Green
d. Cyan

Answer: [c]
GREEN is considered to be represent calmness. Therefore hospital rooms are often green, as are waiting rooms for guests appearing on TV and drama - the "green rooms."


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Which color is considered as a cause for losing one's temper?

a. Yellow
b. Orange
c. Pink
d. Black

Answer: [a]
YELLOW is considered as a cause for losing one's temper. According to scientific research, People get most angry, and babies cry the most in yellow rooms.


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Which color is considered as a "least appetizing color"?

a. Black
b. Blue
c. Brown
d. Orange

Answer: [b]
BLUE is considered as a least appetizing color. Tests show blue is the least appetizing food color because it is rare in nature, and because spoiled food often turns blue. Red, on the other hand, increases the appetite. Many restaurants are decorated in red.


Hope you had fun playing!