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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, Identity Confusion in Life History and Case History.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Shaw convinced himself he was?
(a) A leader.
(b) A helper.
(c) A complete outsider.
(d) A genius.

2. What does Erikson state are not constantly bolstered, an idea that is contrary to popular belief?
(a) Weak egos.
(b) The arrogant.
(c) Strong egos.
(d) Self conscious.

3. According to Erikson, in his review and observations of changes in culture, what does he suggest will become common values among today's youth?
(a) Dissonance.
(b) Common identity.
(c) Leadership.
(d) Choice and identity.

4. How does Erikson feel adults eventually settle on an identity?
(a) Based on childhood experiences.
(b) Based on their parents identity.
(c) Through the mechanisms of identification.
(d) Based on their place in society.

5. After James' long identity crisis, what did he decide to be?
(a) A psychologist.
(b) Self-governing.
(c) Antisocial.
(d) Dependant on society.

Short Answer Questions

1. In order to create a positive ego what does Erikson state must be tested?

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

3. What does George Bernard Shaw despise?

4. As noted in Chapter 2, how can false or inaccurate ego identity formations be corrected after being developed by parents in terms of group identity development?

5. Why does Erikson state that ideologies have been given a bad name?

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