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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, Theoretical Interlude.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does man quantify attributes of himself philosophically and psychologically in terms of Erikson's views of identity development?
(a) Understands the whole society.
(b) Uses the words I and self.
(c) Accepts imperfections.
(d) Uses the words Us and We.

2. What does William James state is discernible in mental or moral attitudes?
(a) Family.
(b) Culture.
(c) History.
(d) Character.

3. According to Erikson, how long does it take for identity to develop?
(a) Identity if formed at birth.
(b) 30 years.
(c) A lifetime.
(d) 5 years.

4. According to Erikson, in his review and observations of changes in culture, what does he suggest will become common values among today's youth?
(a) Choice and identity.
(b) Leadership.
(c) Common identity.
(d) Dissonance.

5. What to processes, according to Erikson as discussed in Chapter 5, are tied together?
(a) Ego and social.
(b) Ego and self identification.
(c) Ego and environmental.
(d) Social and environmental.

Short Answer Questions

1. During the fourth stage of Erikson's theory of development, what occurs when an individual is successful?

2. What type of self is clear when examining Freud's dreams?

3. What can reinforce the process of negative identity formation in terms of Erikson's stages of identity development?

4. When does Erikson feel individuals develop trust?

5. What does Erikson's theory suggest concerning how children gain a sense of what their adult identities should be?

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