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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. The response to stimuli is __________ because the dreaming brain has only brain activity with which to respond.

3. Which dreams appear alarming but are actually wish fulfillment dreams?

4. Who is the author of the theory of the nerve-stimulus dream?

5. The dream can not create or craft ___________.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Freud states that the relationship between the dreaming and the waking state is contradictory and unable to be resolved. Why does he say this? What examples of contradictory features does Freud offer? Do you agree with Freud? Why or why not? Is there a way to resolve these two states? How? Do you feel that naming these two states is necessary? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

The idea of nerve stimuli from outside sources is one that Freud discusses at length. Give an example of what nerve stimuli means to a dream. What are some ways this can affect the dreamer and the dream itself? Does Freud believe these stimuli hurt or help a dreamer? Is the result of dream stimuli a valid part of the dream? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Wish fulfillment is another term Freud brings up and discusses at length. Define this term and create a description of a dream in which this process is taking place. What does this mean for the dreamer? What are some examples of wish fulfillment dreams as stated in the book? Does this dream concept make sense to you? Why or why not?

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