Question 1

While Freud emphasized internal psychosexual conflict in personality development, Erikson recognized that __________________ plays a significant role in shaping a child's sense of self.&#10;A) self-absorption&#10;B) integration&#10;C) the social environment&#10;D) the physical environment

Accepted Answer

Erikson's theory of psychosocial development highlights the importance of the social environment and interactions in shaping a child's identity and sense of self, contrasting with Freud's focus on internal conflicts.

Question 2

According to the text, ____________ occurs when adolescents assume a preordained role without question.&#10;A) identity formation&#10;B) autonomy development&#10;C) identity foreclosure&#10;D) psychosocial development

Accepted Answer

Identity foreclosure occurs when adolescents commit to an identity without exploring other options, often adopting roles and values prescribed by others without question.

Question 3

________________ in adolescence is a cornerstone of Erikson's theory.&#10;A) Psychosocial development&#10;B) Self-absorption&#10;C) Trust&#10;D) Identity formation

Accepted Answer

Identity formation is a key aspect of Erikson's theory during adolescence, where individuals explore and form their personal identity.

Question 4

Each of the eight stages of the human lifecycle is marked by a _________________ that is resolved on a continuum between opposing positive and negative outcomes.&#10;A) self-absorption crisis&#10;B) normative developmental crisis&#10;C) crisis involving trust versus mistrust&#10;D) psychological moratorium

Accepted Answer

Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development describes eight stages, each marked by a normative developmental crisis that is resolved on a continuum between opposing positive and negative outcomes.

Question 5

Which of the following developmental crises is experienced in school-aged children and is represented by the developmental struggle "I can make friends and do things well versus nobody likes me and I'm stupid"?

A) Industry versus inferiority
B) Autonomy versus shame and doubt
C) Intimacy versus isolation
D) Initiative versus guilt

Accepted Answer

School-aged children experience the crisis of industry versus inferiority, where they develop a sense of competence and ability to work with others, or feel inferior and lack self-confidence.

Question 6

Which of the following developmental crises is experienced in young adults and is represented by the developmental struggle "I share who I am with special others versus I am alone and I have nothing to share"?

A) Industry versus inferiority
B) Autonomy versus shame and doubt
C) Intimacy versus isolation
D) Initiative versus guilt

Accepted Answer

In Erik Erikson's stages of psychosocial development, the crisis of "Initiative versus Guilt" occurs during the preschool years. This stage involves children asserting control and power over their environment, leading to a sense of initiative. If this is not handled well, it can lead to feelings of guilt about their desires and actions.

Question 7

Which of the following developmental crises is experienced in school-aged children and is represented by the developmental struggle "I can make friends and do things well versus nobody likes me and I'm stupid"?

A) Industry versus inferiority
B) Autonomy versus shame and doubt
C) Intimacy versus isolation
D) Initiative versus guilt

Accepted Answer

The developmental crisis of "Intimacy versus Isolation" is experienced in young adulthood, where individuals face the challenge of forming intimate relationships versus feeling isolated.

Question 8

According to Erikson, personality is formed as a result of the resolution of normative developmental crises, leaving people with both strengths and weaknesses.

Accepted Answer

Erikson's theory of psychosocial development suggests that personality is shaped through resolving crises at each stage, resulting in both strengths and weaknesses.

Question 9

Erikson's theory of psychosocial development is based on the premise that humans interact with an ever-widening circle of people, beginning with mother and ending with humankind in general.

Accepted Answer

Erikson's theory suggests that as individuals progress through different stages of life, they encounter and interact with a broader range of social relationships, starting with the mother and expanding to include larger social groups and society as a whole.

Question 10

Identity diffusion means being productive and learning from failures.

Accepted Answer

Identity diffusion refers to a lack of direction or commitment in one's identity, often characterized by an inability to make decisions or set goals, rather than productivity and learning from failures.

Question 11

Self-absorbed adults are productive members of society, guiding the younger generation, caring for elders, and contributing their talents for the betterment of all.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Self-absorbed adults are productive members of society,...

Deck 2: Erikson: Eight Stages of the Life Cycle