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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Freud provides an example of a dreamer who is the victim of a _____________ painting a house.

2. _______ and body stimuli are the physical sources of dreams, according to Freud.

3. The displacement is carried out as having relevance to the ____________ associations.

4. Freud uses the dream to discuss the _____ of the problematic nature of dream interpretation.

5. These symbols must be translated ______________.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Freud creates a list of symbols that could be used to find sexually latent content in dreams. What are some of the symbols he shares and their meanings? Do you agree with his findings? What other symbols do you feel could be used to extrapolate a sexual meaning? What does the focus on sex seem to say abut Freud?

Essay Topic 2

Freud states that childhood memories may not be 'available' during our waking hours. Why would these memories not be available? Do you agree with Freud? Why or why not? What does Freud think the value of childhood memories is? How can the past be connected to the present? Why is the childhood such an important part of the dream interpretation process?

Essay Topic 3

Freud makes a point to say that one's morality will persist in dreams, but at the same time, dreams can include events that occur outside of one's morality. What do you think this contradiction means? What do you feel happens when dreams include immoral ideas and actions? Are these dreams a reflection of the dreamer? Why or why not? If so, what are these dreams saying about the dreamer?

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