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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, Foundations in Observation.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As discussed in Chapter 2, who is able to trigger transference of models of identity formation within younger members of society?
(a) Church leaders.
(b) Peers.
(c) Self.
(d) Parents.

2. According to Erikson, what does totalitarianism require of society?
(a) Nothing.
(b) Conformity.
(c) A combination of identities.
(d) A sense of legitimacy of state power.

3. What type of self is clear when examining Freud's dreams?
(a) Suppressed self.
(b) Confident self.
(c) Identified self.
(d) Open-minded self.

4. What are two characteristics Erikson applies to the task of the ego in order to maintain and organize its existence?
(a) Ceaseless and essential.
(b) Straightforward and never-ending.
(c) Demanding and authoritative.
(d) Weak and meaningless.

5. What does Erikson state youth need so they do not languish in a strictly episodical conscious expansion?
(a) A set of guidelines for identity.
(b) Understanding of the past.
(c) Wisdom.
(d) Leadership that can be resistant.

Short Answer Questions

1. Considering the relationship between personal and historical identity formation, how can this relationship be described?

2. What do most new generations confront as a result of scientific and technological changes?

3. According to Erikson in Chapter 2, what does personal identity focus on?

4. What does Erikson state that childhood and youth predispose men to?

5. Erikson feels that Freud's intellect is a gift that stems from what?

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