Test The Self-Fulfilling Prophecy

QUESTION 1: What is the starting point of the self-fulfilling prophecy cycle, according to the text?

Reacting is a physical action, while responding is a mental action
There is no difference, both terms are used as synonyms
Reacting is automatic and thoughtless, while responding is conscious and strategic
Responding is an immediate action, while reacting is a considered action

Failure proves that the initial belief was incorrect
Failure confirms and reinforces the initial belief that everything would go wrong
Failure generates a new, more positive belief for the next attempt
Failure has no effect on belief, only on future actions