【答案解析】[听力原文]
Self-concept
The self-concept is a complex structure. /This complexity is illustrated by the idea of multple selves. /We seem to be a different person in each of many different situations. /An example may clarify this concept. First, picture yourself at an athletic event. /Now, contrast this image with one of yourselves taking a final exam. /Finally, imagine yourself at work on a very busy day. /You should probably describe yourself differently in each setting. /Which image is really you?
Of course, all are. /We have multiple selves, each dependent on a context. Together they form our self-concept. /It is the context that makes certain aspects of our self-concept more important at a particular moment. /Self-concept is composed of our beliefs, values, and attitudes. /Our beliefs give our self-concepts their substance, /our values give them aspirations and standards, /and our attitudes give them motivation. /These three elements provide a structure in which we develop and build ourselves.