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

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

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

4. According to the discussion in Chapter 2, the process of the ego helps individuals maintain their personalities and what type of fashion?
(a) Positive.
(b) Incoherent.
(c) Selflessly.
(d) Coherent.

5. What style of identity combines medieval conception of community with modern disobedience and nonviolence?
(a) Peacenik.
(b) Conformity.
(c) Individual.
(d) Anarchy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does the process of identity formation began?

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

3. In observing groups of people being reeducated by American civil servants, what reason does Erikson provide for why this group became frustrated and identity development?

4. What does William James state is discernible in mental or moral attitudes?

5. According to Erikson, what does totalitarianism require of society?

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