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

2. What does it mean when the author states, "to review the concept of identity"?
(a) Disprove identity.
(b) Sketch its history.
(c) Write an outline.
(d) Give a lecture.

3. What does Erikson suggest wholeness of the individual is associated with?
(a) Equilibrium and health.
(b) Positive psychology.
(c) The earth.
(d) Totalitarianism.

4. Considering Erikson's theory of groups identity development, what type of group demands does ego identity help balance?
(a) Members passions and instincts.
(b) Negative identities.
(c) Leadership conflicts.
(d) Conformity.

5. What does Erikson state are not constantly bolstered, an idea that is contrary to popular belief?
(a) Weak egos.
(b) Strong egos.
(c) The arrogant.
(d) Self conscious.

Short Answer Questions

1. As discussed in Chapter 2, who is able to trigger transference of models of identity formation within younger members of society?

2. As discussed by Erikson in Chapter 2, what occurs when a system either biological or social malfunctions?

3. At what stage in Erikson's theory of development may an individual begin to lose confidence or identity and enter period of listlessness?

4. In Chapter 2, Foundations and Observation, during his discussion on group identity, what group of people does Erikson observe group changes to make his point?

5. What term does Erikson use to mean the factor that serves to integrate a person toward a common societal goal?

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