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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. How does Dr. Pipher define imaginary audience syndrome?
(a) Acting as if you are on a stage all the time
(b) Thinking people are always scrutinizing your every move
(c) Instead of living, acting as if you are performing life
(d) Emotional over-reactions to situations

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

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

4. Which of the following is the best definition of vibrancy as described by Miller?
(a) When adults shield their children from painful feelings
(b) When adults experience all feelings in a honest way
(c) When adults provide children with love
(d) When adults cushion feelings to spare others

5. What do psychologists study to determine the best parenting techniques?
(a) Adults
(b) Teens
(c) Families
(d) Research studies

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is the overshadowing problem concerning Franchesca?

3. Why does Dr. Pipher believe that bright, sensitive girls are more at risk for problems?

4. Which of the following is not an example of surface structure?

5. Why does Dr. Pipher indicate that girls at this age are difficult to study?

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