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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8, Race and Wider Identity.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In discussing Freud's views on group identity, what does Erikson state is a major cause in identity becoming frustrating and disintegrated?
(a) When the role of identity in a group changes.
(b) When there are too many leaders.
(c) When groups members do not have their own identity.
(d) When the group disbands.

2. What does Erikson suggest might save blacks from having to integrate their identities based on their own decision to do so?
(a) Religion.
(b) Public policy.
(c) Family.
(d) Community.

3. What is present within each period of Erikson's theory of identity development?
(a) Social conflict.
(b) Identity confusion.
(c) Inner and outer conflict.
(d) Distinct processes.

4. What can reinforce the process of negative identity formation in terms of Erikson's stages of identity development?
(a) Biology.
(b) Weak ego.
(c) Arrogance.
(d) Negative parental reactions.

5. According to Erikson, what stage is highly dependent on and individuals and ability to gain acceptance?
(a) Intimacy vs. isolation.
(b) Autonomy vs. shame.
(c) Industry vs. inferiority.
(d) Trust vs. mistrust.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Erikson say must not happen with strong black mothers?

2. What type of self is clear when examining Freud's dreams?

3. According to Erikson, what is the second stage of identity development?

4. What does Erikson propose reflects the body, personality, and social roles of the person?

5. How are Erikson's ideologies of youth fulfilled?

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