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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Emergence of the Individual and the Ambiguity of Freedom.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What reason does Fromm cite for the rise of authoritarian leaders like Hitler?
(a) These societies were lacking training in democracy.
(b) These leaders were cunning and used trickery to get their way.
(c) These leaders were too forceful and its members could not resist.
(d) People were seeking ways to escape from the responsibility of freedom.

2. What psychological approach did Fromm take with his work?
(a) Psychoanalytical.
(b) Physiological.
(c) Medical.
(d) Social psychological.

3. What relationship connects oneself to the world without compromising individuality?
(a) Work and family.
(b) Man and nature.
(c) Man and society.
(d) Religion and society.

4. What group of people fought in battles for freedom, as identified by Fromm?
(a) The oppressed.
(b) The wealthy.
(c) The Middle Class.
(d) The church.

5. Why would Fromm view the action of man eating the forbidden fruit as a positive act?
(a) Man separated himself from woman.
(b) Man took a risk.
(c) Man fought against nature.
(d) Man took a step toward becoming an individual.

Short Answer Questions

1. What psychological behavior was the main theme of Hitler's ideology?

2. What does Fromm say increases a child's emotional state?

3. Which of the following did man NOT have to face while living in Eden?

4. What does Fromm identify as the main motive for human behavior?

5. What is NOT mentioned as a possible consequence for dynamic adaptation?

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