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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7, Womanhood and the Inner Space.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During the Erikson's second stage of development, what does the individual gain when identity has developed in a healthy manner?
(a) Independence.
(b) Mental development.
(c) Wisdom.
(d) Confidence and control over himself.

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

3. According to Erikson, what is the third stage of development?
(a) Intimacy vs. isolation.
(b) Initiative vs. guilt.
(c) Autonomy vs. shame.
(d) Trust vs. mistrust.

4. What does Erikson feel may have been lost to modernity?
(a) Self-preservation.
(b) Ideologies.
(c) Cosmic wholeness.
(d) Self-identity.

5. How does Erikson feel adults eventually settle on an identity?
(a) Based on their parents identity.
(b) Based on their place in society.
(c) Through the mechanisms of identification.
(d) Based on childhood experiences.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Erikson state are not constantly bolstered, an idea that is contrary to popular belief?

3. What do most new generations confront as a result of scientific and technological changes?

4. During the process of Erikson's stages of identity development, what will depend on the total process of identity development?

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

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