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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, Toward Contemporary Issues, Youth.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As discussed in Chapter 2, who is able to trigger transference of models of identity formation within younger members of society?
(a) Peers.
(b) Church leaders.
(c) Self.
(d) Parents.

2. In terms of Erikson's theory of identity development, what is one notion that youth resist?
(a) The present.
(b) The future.
(c) Youth do not resist.
(d) The past.

3. What term does Erikson use to describe the fluctuation of ego strength and high growth potential?
(a) Human crisis.
(b) Normative crisis.
(c) Ego crisis.
(d) Identity crisis.

4. According to Erikson, what action by youth may lead to dangerous behaviors?
(a) Thinking they know everything.
(b) Not seeking support during identity development.
(c) Doubting elders.
(d) Trying to gain independence.

5. In the early 20th century, totalitarian disposition is best understood as what?
(a) It was not understood at all.
(b) A universal human related to all parts of human nature.
(c) Community needs.
(d) The self as separate from others.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Erikson think ideologies should be filled?

2. Erikson notes that James' youth was full of emotional strains in struggles for what?

3. In light of Erikson's view on identity development within communities, what must communities recognize in youth?

4. What does Shaw find his childhood exposures to have been?

5. In order to create a positive ego what does Erikson state must be tested?

(see the answer key)

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