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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. What is one thing that Erikson states comes with each stage of identity development?
(a) An emotional separation.
(b) A widening social radius.
(c) Closing off of society.
(d) Understanding of self.

2. What does Erikson suggest wholeness of the individual is associated with?
(a) The earth.
(b) Totalitarianism.
(c) Equilibrium and health.
(d) Positive psychology.

3. What is the core part of identity formation that cannot be separated from this formation?
(a) Authority acceptance.
(b) Collectivism.
(c) Individuality.
(d) Peace of mind.

4. What does William James state is discernible in mental or moral attitudes?
(a) History.
(b) Culture.
(c) Family.
(d) Character.

5. As discussed by Erikson in Chapter 2, what occurs when a system either biological or social malfunctions?
(a) Pathology.
(b) Identity loss.
(c) Restart of identity formation.
(d) Confusion.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What may be gained as an individual enters Erikson's final stage of development when their overall development has been positive and healthy?

3. What does it mean when the author states, "to review the concept of identity"?

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

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

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