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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. During Erikson's final stage of development, individuals having a sense of Generativity may engage in what type of activities?
(a) Listlessness.
(b) Leading future generations to succeed.
(c) Finding a new job.
(d) Planing for the future.

2. According to Erikson in Chapter 2, what occurs when the ego combines elements that result in an inability to form a positive self-image?
(a) Negative identity formation.
(b) Stereotyping.
(c) Ego synthesis fails.
(d) No identity formation.

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

4. What is present within each period of Erikson's theory of identity development?
(a) Inner and outer conflict.
(b) Identity confusion.
(c) Distinct processes.
(d) Social conflict.

5. What might gaining a stronger self identity correspond to in relation to the majority of the population?
(a) Anarchy.
(b) Totalitarianism.
(c) A strong societal bond.
(d) Emancipation from society.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does Erikson feel individuals develop trust?

2. What is the definition of "identity" subject to?

3. In developing Erikson' theory of group identity, what two processes must the ego consist of that assist in defining both body in community membership?

4. Erikson states that we deal with the process located in the core of the individual and where else?

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

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