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

Short Answer Questions

1. The discussion of calculating dreams is to prove that dreams do not ____________, but merely include numbers and the art of calculating.

2. What kind of nature of a dream could be described as representations in allegory form?

3. The means by which dreams are represented do NOT include:

4. The dream is an amalgamation of many kinds of __________, according to Freud.

5. The dream can not create or craft ___________.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Freud believes that the interpretation of dreams can yield powerful results for patients. Why does he believe this? How does Freud think dream interpretation will help patients? Do you agree with him? Why or why not? Give three examples of ways dreams could help patients.

Essay Topic 2

The idea of nerve stimuli from outside sources is one that Freud discusses at length. Give an example of what nerve stimuli means to a dream. What are some ways this can affect the dreamer and the dream itself? Does Freud believe these stimuli hurt or help a dreamer? Is the result of dream stimuli a valid part of the dream? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Freud says that other theories for dream interpretation are illogical or they refute the value of dreams altogether. This leaves the world with few tools to help with dream interpretation. What does this seem to say about Freud? How does this lack of tools then affect those who are interested in dream interpretation? Why does Freud find the two limited methods of dream interpretation to be worthless?

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