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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, Foundations in Observation.

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 surface events.
(d) As deep rooted elements of social identity.

2. As discussed in Chapter 2, who is able to trigger transference of models of identity formation within younger members of society?
(a) Church leaders.
(b) Self.
(c) Parents.
(d) Peers.

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

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

5. 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?
(a) The Aztec Indians.
(b) The Sioux Indians.
(c) Blacks.
(d) Middle class Whites.

Short Answer Questions

1. Considering the relationship between personal and historical identity formation, how can this relationship be described?

2. What term does Erikson use to refer to the methods used throughout history to integrate identity?

3. When does the normative crisis of identity formation occur?

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

5. As noted in Chapter 2, how can false or inaccurate ego identity formations be corrected after being developed by parents in terms of group identity development?

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