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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, The Life Cycle, Epigenesis of Identity.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In order to create a positive ego what does Erikson state must be tested?
(a) Mental acuity.
(b) Ability for introspection.
(c) Current intelligence and identity.
(d) Current reality against identity.

2. According to Erikson in Chapter 2, what does personal identity focus on?
(a) Feelings of others.
(b) Place in society.
(c) Conscious feelings.
(d) Unconscious feelings.

3. During the fourth stage of Erikson's theory of development, what occurs when an individual is successful?
(a) Feelings of industry.
(b) Feelings of superiority.
(c) Feelings of independence.
(d) Feelings of guilt.

4. Concerning Erikson's theory, when identity development is negative, what type of personalities may occur during the second stage of development?
(a) Antisocial.
(b) Arrogance.
(c) Maladaptive behaviors.
(d) Compulsive.

5. In developing Erikson' theory of group identity, what two processes must the ego consist of that assist in defining both body in community membership?
(a) Spiritual and social.
(b) Spiritual and biological.
(c) Social and mental.
(d) Biological and social.

Short Answer Questions

1. As discussed in Chapter 1, what first lead to the scientific mythology of the mind?

2. In Chapter 2, what does Erikson feel about how psychologists treat social dynamics and external social elements?

3. In the early 20th century, totalitarian disposition is best understood as what?

4. What is unique about each stage of Erikson's stages of identity development?

5. During Erikson's final stage of development, individuals having a sense of Generativity may engage in what type of activities?

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