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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, Developmental Issues - I'm Not Waving, I'm Drowning.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Dr. Pipher indicate that girls at this age are difficult to study?
(a) They have mood swings
(b) They have secretive natures
(c) They have unpredictable behavior
(d) They have too many obstacles

2. Who or what does Miller hold responsible for the split between child and adult during adolescence?
(a) Males
(b) Parents
(c) Culture
(d) Hormones

3. At what ages would Freud consider the latency period for girls?
(a) About 3 - puberty
(b) About 6 - puberty
(c) About 8 - puberty
(d) About 10- puberty

4. Why does Dr. Pipher believe that bright, sensitive girls are more at risk for problems?
(a) They are exposed to more anti-female writings
(b) They do not see enough realistic female role models
(c) Women are too highly sexualized
(d) They are aware of the conflicting forces in their lives

5. Which group of adults does Dr. Pipher believe is the most well adjusted?
(a) Androgynous adults
(b) Courageous and resilient adults
(c) Well-educated adults
(d) Those that follow stereotypical roles

Short Answer Questions

1. Which comparison best describes the concept of young girls suppressing their true selves and trying to constantly please others?

2. How does Dr. Pipher describe adolescent girls?

3. What makes it difficult to reason with young girls?

4. With what does Dr. Pipher believe adolescent girls have an enormous preoccupation in their own lives?

5. Which of the following terms best describes a young girl's emotional system?

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