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

Short Answer Questions

1. The dream can not create or craft ___________.

2. The dreamer of the dream in #134 also noted that the answer was throwing __________ at her.

3. A __________ interpretation is required once the initial interpretation of a dream is done.

4. Dream interpretation must not be based on ________ or exaggerated assumptions.

5. Freud compares dream work to dream ___________.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Freud discusses the ideas of condensation, displacement and representation. Define each of these terms as Freud uses them and give examples of each. Which of these ideas do you agree with most in terms of dream interpretation? Why? With which of these terms do you not agree? Why?

Essay Topic 2

The idea of the censor in our lives is brought up by Freud. What does Freud mean by a this? What are some examples of ways that the censor gets in the way of a person? What ways can we avoid the censor? Is a censor a good or a bad thing? Or both? Why? What are some real life examples you can give of censors in your own life?

Essay Topic 3

Freud has always been a controversial figure in psychology and yet he is revered at the same time. What ideas in this book seem to support his reputation as a bit of a renegade? What ideas in this book seem to solidify his reputation as someone who has a lot to contribute to the field? In the end, how does this book change your perception of Freud? Does it change your perception at all? Why or why not?

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