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

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. Where does the process of identity formation began?
(a) As an adolescent.
(b) With mother and baby.
(c) As a young adult.
(d) As a toddler.

4. What does Erikson state that childhood and youth predispose men to?
(a) Totalitarianism.
(b) Childlike wonder.
(c) Structure.
(d) Confused identities.

5. What does Freud's consciousness of inner identity include?
(a) Conflict.
(b) Love.
(c) Bitter pride.
(d) Peace.

Short Answer Questions

1. What style of identity combines medieval conception of community with modern disobedience and nonviolence?

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

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

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

5. What is the core part of identity formation that cannot be separated from this formation?

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