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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 Chapter 2, what does Erikson feel about how psychologists treat social dynamics and external social elements?
(a) The coexist.
(b) As keys to social competence.
(c) As deep rooted elements of social identity.
(d) As surface events.

2. In discussing Freud's views on group identity, what does Erikson state is a major cause in identity becoming frustrating and disintegrated?
(a) When the role of identity in a group changes.
(b) When the group disbands.
(c) When groups members do not have their own identity.
(d) When there are too many leaders.

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

4. Considering the relationship between personal and historical identity formation, how can this relationship be described?
(a) Psychosomatic confusion.
(b) Ancestral relativity.
(c) Genetic relativity.
(d) Psychosocial relativity.

5. What does Erikson state is the first age of identity development involve in terms of conflict?
(a) Trust vs. mistrust.
(b) Autonomy vs. shame.
(c) Initiative vs. Guilt.
(d) Intimacy vs. isolation.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Erikson state are not constantly bolstered, an idea that is contrary to popular belief?

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

3. What do most new generations confront as a result of scientific and technological changes?

4. What are two characteristics Erikson applies to the task of the ego in order to maintain and organize its existence?

5. According to Freud, what is the first stage of identity development called?

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