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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, Families - The Root Systems.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following themes does not appear to be rooted in cultural ideals rather than personality development according to Dr. Pipher?
(a) Need for perfection
(b) Fear of rejection
(c) Parental relationships
(d) Preoccupation with weight

2. What is the first dimension according to Pipher?
(a) Cultural norms
(b) Control
(c) Affection
(d) Parenting techniques

3. Who do many of the adolescent girls turn to for support?
(a) Younger girls
(b) Peers
(c) Siblings
(d) Parents

4. Which of the following does not describe Cayenne as a young girl?
(a) Ambitious
(b) Self-conscious
(c) Feisty
(d) Enthusiastic

5. Which of the following is the best definition for the term androgynous?
(a) Neither masculine nor feminine
(b) Post-pubescent
(c) Stereotypically developing
(d) Pre-pubescent

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Dr. Pipher describe adolescent girls?

2. How does Dr. Pipher describe her cousin Polly as a young girl?

3. What does Miller believe elevates a child's "false" self?

4. Which of the following finishes the following conflicting messages: Girls should be independent but _____________.

5. Who or what does Miller hold responsible for the split between child and adult during adolescence?

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