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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. According to Freud, what is the second stage of identity development called?
(a) Anal stage.
(b) Oral stage.
(c) Latent stage.
(d) Phallic stage.

2. How does Erikson feel adults eventually settle on an identity?
(a) Based on their place in society.
(b) Through the mechanisms of identification.
(c) Based on their parents identity.
(d) Based on childhood experiences.

3. What are two characteristics Erikson applies to the task of the ego in order to maintain and organize its existence?
(a) Demanding and authoritative.
(b) Straightforward and never-ending.
(c) Ceaseless and essential.
(d) Weak and meaningless.

4. What does Erikson suggest society's child training systems does for the uniqueness of society?
(a) Strengthen it.
(b) Provide meaning.
(c) Preserve it.
(d) Increase standard of living.

5. In order to create a positive ego what does Erikson state must be tested?
(a) Current reality against identity.
(b) Ability for introspection.
(c) Current intelligence and identity.
(d) Mental acuity.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does Erikson feel individuals develop trust?

2. Why does Erikson warn the reader not to expect any solid development of mythology in terms of integrating the work on identity over the past two decades?

3. In Chapter 2, what does Erikson feel about how psychologists treat social dynamics and external social elements?

4. What does Erikson indicate many psychoanalysts think humans are predisposed to do?

5. What does Erikson state that childhood and youth predispose men to?

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