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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, The Life Cycle, Epigenesis of Identity.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At what stage in Erikson's theory of development may an individual begin to lose confidence or identity and enter period of listlessness?
(a) Autonomy vs. shame.
(b) Industry vs. inferiority.
(c) Generativity vs. stagnation.
(d) Intimacy vs. isolation.

2. According to Freud, what is the third stage of development called?
(a) Latent stage.
(b) Anal stage.
(c) Oral stage.
(d) The phallic stage.

3. Erikson states that we deal with the process located in the core of the individual and where else?
(a) The core of his communal culture.
(b) In his past.
(c) Among his family.
(d) Within himself.

4. During the third stage of Erikson's theory of development, what may occur if an individual's initiatives or attempts at something continually fail?
(a) Sense of independence.
(b) Compulsions.
(c) Sense of guilt.
(d) Identity confusion.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What might gaining a stronger self identity correspond to in relation to the majority of the population?

2. According to Erikson, in his review and observations of changes in culture, what does he suggest will become common values among today's youth?

3. During the final stages of Erikson's stages of identity development, what type of feelings may individual experiencing stagnation feel?

4. According to Erikson, how long does it take for identity to develop?

5. What is one example that Erikson provides for the notion of "evil ego identity"?

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