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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the editor of The Freud Reader?

2. How many sections of introductory material are in this book?

3. How does the therapist of the nicknamed patient term his descriptions of childhood experiences?

4. The woman who complained about the advice given by her therapist was NOT told to do which of the following?

5. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic for what Freud terms the 'anal character'?

Short Essay Questions

1. What did the doctor's find was making 'Dora' verge on suicidal behavior?

2. Briefly describe the Vienna Psychoanalytic Society.

3. What is happening to Anna O. that is making her sick?

4. What is specifically difficult about the subject of psychology?

5. How does Freud describe Charcot?

6. What does Freud say happens to children at twelve years old?

7. What are some of the conditions to having an effective psycho-analysis?

8. According to Freud, what does the norm of having heterosexual parents present?

9. What does Freud say neuroses are linked to?

10. Why had sexuality been rejected prior to finding the cause of neuroses?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss what complexes are. What should the therapist do when he or she cannot see his or her patient's complexes? Why is it important for their to be a lack of censorship between patient and therapist? Give examples from the book.

Essay Topic 2

Why does Freud refute the term "subconscious" and refer to it as double mindedness or double conscience. What is the difference between double mindedness and subconscious? Reference the book in your essay to support your statements.

Essay Topic 3

How does Freud seem to view homosexuality? Discuss Freud's inclusion about Leonardo DaVinci and Michelangelo's sexual orientation. Why do you think Freud included this section on celibacy to sexual preference or desire?

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