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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Freud uses the dream to discuss the _____ of the problematic nature of dream interpretation.

2. There is another kind of displacement mentioned - the exchange of _______ content for mental content.

3. The dreamer's ________ typical stimuli is never consistent.

4. When the dream has been _______, that's when the dream can be changed.

5. The final component of dream formation is the __________ expressed by the dreamer during the dream.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

When dreams include actions the dreamer wants to take, but does not, the idea of responsibility becomes a point to consider. Do you feel that these kinds of dreams are a way for a dreamer to avoid taking real life action? Why or why not? Are there instances in which dreams can cause external action in waking life? Give an example of a time in which a dream spurred you on or give an example of a dream that you enjoy having but have not acted upon.

Essay Topic 2

Freud discusses the ideas of condensation, displacement and representation. Define each of these terms as Freud uses them and give examples of each. Which of these ideas do you agree with most in terms of dream interpretation? Why? With which of these terms do you not agree? Why?

Essay Topic 3

Freud creates a list of symbols that could be used to find sexually latent content in dreams. What are some of the symbols he shares and their meanings? Do you agree with his findings? What other symbols do you feel could be used to extrapolate a sexual meaning? What does the focus on sex seem to say abut Freud?

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