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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7, Womanhood and the Inner Space.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Erikson state the ego is in that it knows and understands where it wants to go?
(a) Forward looking.
(b) Introspective.
(c) Whole.
(d) Intelligent.

2. According to Erikson, what action by youth may lead to dangerous behaviors?
(a) Thinking they know everything.
(b) Not seeking support during identity development.
(c) Trying to gain independence.
(d) Doubting elders.

3. Where does Erikson feel ego strength some from in youth?
(a) Confirmation of conformity.
(b) Community.
(c) Parents.
(d) Confirmation of individuality.

4. What does Freud suggest a fearless freedom of thinking is?
(a) Unattainable.
(b) Negative identity.
(c) Positive identity.
(d) Totalitarianism.

5. What do youth desire as they go through Erikson's stages of identity development?
(a) Unique identities.
(b) Acceptance from society.
(c) Dissonance.
(d) Similar identities.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Erikson suggest has led to the focus on women's position in the world?

2. According to Erikson in Chapter 2, what does personal identity focus on?

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

4. What often occurs when youth are isolated according to Erikson's theory of identity development?

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

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