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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 is static adaptation?
(a) The habit is modified but not changed completely.
(b) When an existing structure is only partially changed.
(c) The adoption of a new habit.
(d) Adaptation that requires no change.

2. What psychological behavior was the main theme of Hitler's ideology?
(a) Freedom.
(b) Submission.
(c) Fear.
(d) Empathy for others.

3. What happens to primary ties once they are cut?
(a) They become secondary ties.
(b) Primary ties cannot be cut.
(c) They can be mended if man gives up his freedom.
(d) They cannot be mended.

4. What is NOT mentioned as a possible consequence for dynamic adaptation?
(a) Hostility.
(b) Anxiety.
(c) Submission.
(d) Joy.

5. What outlined most new freedoms of the Reformation?
(a) The economy.
(b) The wealthy class.
(c) The arts.
(d) Religious doctrines.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Fromm believe is the greatest assertion of individuality?

2. What goal does Fromm identify as the "abolition of external domination"?

3. Why does an individual adapt to a new situation and habit?

4. What does Fromm cite as an example of dynamic adaptation?

5. Fromm likens man's sin of eating the forbidden fruit to what act?

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