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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 the third stage of Erikson's theory of development, what may occur if an individual's initiatives or attempts at something continually fail?
(a) Identity confusion.
(b) Sense of independence.
(c) Compulsions.
(d) Sense of guilt.

2. When does the normative crisis of identity formation occur?
(a) As an adult.
(b) Adolescence.
(c) With mother and baby.
(d) As a toddler.

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

4. During the process of Erikson's stages of identity development, what will depend on the total process of identity development?
(a) Environment.
(b) Self.
(c) Psychosocial strength.
(d) Biology.

5. What is one example that Erikson provides for the notion of "evil ego identity"?
(a) Ethnic stereotypes.
(b) Self loathing.
(c) Confusion.
(d) Gender stereotypes.

Short Answer Questions

1. During the Erikson's second stage of development, what does the individual gain when identity has developed in a healthy manner?

2. During the final stages of Erikson's stages of identity development, what type of feelings may individual experiencing stagnation feel?

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

4. What is present within each period of Erikson's theory of identity development?

5. What is one thing that Erikson states comes with each stage of identity development?

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