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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, Foundations in Observation.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In developing Erikson' theory of group identity, what two processes must the ego consist of that assist in defining both body in community membership?
(a) Social and mental.
(b) Biological and social.
(c) Spiritual and social.
(d) Spiritual and biological.

2. Considering the relationship between personal and historical identity formation, how can this relationship be described?
(a) Ancestral relativity.
(b) Psychosocial relativity.
(c) Genetic relativity.
(d) Psychosomatic confusion.

3. What might gaining a stronger self identity correspond to in relation to the majority of the population?
(a) A strong societal bond.
(b) Totalitarianism.
(c) Emancipation from society.
(d) Anarchy.

4. What example does Erikson use in Foundations of Observation to clarify the disintegration of ego synthesis?
(a) Wartime trauma.
(b) Natural disasters.
(c) Adolescence.
(d) Homelessness.

5. Erikson feels that Freud's intellect is a gift that stems from what?
(a) Good genes.
(b) A strong identity.
(c) A hostile limitation of opportunities.
(d) A good education.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Erikson, what does totalitarianism require of society?

2. According to the discussion in Chapter 2, the process of the ego helps individuals maintain their personalities and what type of fashion?

3. As noted in Chapter 2, how can false or inaccurate ego identity formations be corrected after being developed by parents in terms of group identity development?

4. Erikson states that we deal with the process located in the core of the individual and where else?

5. What does Freud's consciousness of inner identity include?

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