Question 1

According to Freud,the component of personality that seeks to reconcile the demands of the id,superego,and reality is the

Accepted Answer

According to Freud's theory of personality, the id represents the primitive, instinctual desires that drive our behavior, while the superego represents our sense of morality and conscience. The ego acts as a mediator between these two opposing forces, seeking to satisfy the demands of the id in ways that are acceptable to the superego and reality. Therefore, the component of personality that seeks to reconcile the demands of the id, superego, and reality is the ego.

Question 2

Six-year-old Marcel sees that his mother just baked some cookies.His immediate thought is to sneak a cookie before dinner,which is against his mother's wishes.According to Freud,the desire for the cookie and the thoughts of sneaking a cookie come from the ________ seeking to satisfy the ________ principle.

Accepted Answer

According to Freud's psychoanalytic theory, the id is the part of the personality that is present at birth and seeks to satisfy primitive drives such as hunger, thirst, and sexual impulses. The pleasure principle is the id's basic operating principle, which seeks immediate gratification of these impulses. Marcel's desire for the cookie and thoughts of sneaking it represent the id seeking immediate pleasure without regard for his mother's wishes.

Question 3

When 16-year-old Hafez received a large inheritance from his grandfather,he was tempted to purchase an expensive new car.He decided,instead,to deposit all the money into a savings account for his college education.Hafez shows signs of a

Accepted Answer

Hafez's decision to prioritize his long-term goals over his immediate desires demonstrates a strong ego. The ego is the component of personality that balances the impulses of the id with the moral and ethical ideals of the superego, allowing individuals to make rational and practical decisions. Therefore, Hafez's decision is indicative of a strong ego.

Question 4

Freud emphasized that the ________ operates on the reality principle.

Accepted Answer

According to Freud's structural model of personality, the ego operates on the reality principle, which means it mediates between the irrational and impulsive demands of the id and the strict moral standards of the superego. The ego's goal is to satisfy the id's desires in a way that is socially acceptable and realistic, taking into consideration the external world and potential consequences of actions.

Question 5

Rebecca is 4 years old and is staring at the chocolate chip cookies cooling on the kitchen counter.She really wants one.They are sweet and yummy! Before leaving the room-Rebecca's mother told her that she could have some cookies after she eats her dinner.As Rebecca goes to grab a cookie,she pauses and decides to sit at the dinner table.Rebecca calls for her mother and says,"I'm ready for dinner." Which aspect of Rebecca's personality,according to Freud,is responsible for her actions?

Accepted Answer

According to Freud's theory of personality, the ego is the part of the personality that balances the desires of the id (which seeks immediate gratification) and the moral restrictions of the superego. In this scenario, Rebecca's ego is responsible for her decision to delay gratification and follow her mother's instructions to eat dinner before having a cookie.

Question 6

Freud emphasized that the id operates on the ________ principle.

Accepted Answer

According to Freud's theory of personality, the id operates on the pleasure principle, seeking immediate gratification of its primal urges without consideration for social norms or consequences.

Question 7

Stephen's mother bought a cake for dessert after tonight's dinner.While she was in the other room,Stephen grabbed a piece with his hands and took a bite.Which part of his personality,according to Freud,was obviously in control?

Accepted Answer

The id is the primal, instinctual part of the personality that operates on the pleasure principle and seeks immediate gratification of its desires, without regard for rules or consequences. Stephen's impulsive grabbing of the cake and taking a bite without asking or waiting for dessert is characteristic of id-driven behavior.

Question 8

Ego is to id as ________ is to ________.

Accepted Answer

Ego and id are both components of the psychoanalytic model of personality developed by Sigmund Freud. The ego operates based on the reality principle, meaning it considers the constraints of the external world and tries to satisfy the id's desires in realistic and socially acceptable ways. On the other hand, the id operates on the pleasure principle, meaning it seeks immediate gratification of primal instincts and desires without considering consequences or social norms. Therefore, the analogy suggests that there is a similar relationship between the reality principle and pleasure principle as there is between the ego and the id.

Question 9

Jennifer is talking to a friend about her two children arguing frequently.Her friend replies that it is normal sibling rivalry.Without realizing it,her friend is referencing

Accepted Answer

Sigmund Freud's theory of psychoanalysis suggests that sibling rivalry is a normal part of childhood development, as children compete for their parents' attention and affection.

Question 10

Freud believed that the basis of human personality was some form of ________ that needed to be resolved.

Accepted Answer

Freud believed that personality was formed by the interactions between the id (the unconscious, primitive desires), the ego (the rational, conscious self), and the superego (internalized moral values and societal expectations). Conflicts between these three parts of the personality can arise and need to be resolved for healthy functioning.

Question 11

When 2-year-old Matthew was told he would get no dessert until he finished the food on his plate,he threw his plate on the floor in a temper tantrum.Freud would have suggested that Matthew was unable to resist the demands of his

Accepted Answer

Freud's theory suggests that the id is the part of the personality that contains our instinctual and primitive drives, such as hunger, and seeks immediate gratification without regard for social norms or consequences. Matthew's behavior of throwing his plate in a tantrum suggests that he was unable to resist his immediate desire for dessert and gave in to the demands of his id.

Question 12

As a result of his impulsiveness,David has had several run-ins with teachers and law enforcement.According to Freud,David's ________ is being overwhelmed by the desires of the ________.

Accepted Answer

According to Freud's psychoanalytic theory, the personality is structured into three parts: the id, ego, and superego. The id is the source of basic impulses and desires. The ego is the rational part that mediates between the desires of the id and the morals of the superego. When someone acts impulsively, it can be interpreted as the ego failing to mediate the desires of the id effectively. Therefore, David's ego is being overwhelmed by the desires of the id.

Question 13

According to Freud,the part of personality that represents internalized ideals and provides standards for judgment is the

Accepted Answer

The superego is the part of personality that represents internalized ideals and provides standards for judgment. It is developed through a person's upbringing and helps to regulate the impulses of the id and the actions of the ego. The superego is often referred to as the "conscience" and it strives for perfection and morality.

Question 14

According to Freud,the need to satisfy basic sexual and aggressive desires comes from the ________,which operates on the ________.

Accepted Answer

According to Freud, the need to satisfy basic sexual and aggressive desires comes from the id, which operates on the pleasure principle. The ego operates on the reality principle, balancing the desires of the id with the demands of the external world, while the superego represents internalized societal norms and values. The Oedipus complex refers to a psychological conflict experienced during the phallic stage of psychosexual development.

Question 15

Chantae cannot recall events surrounding the day her father died.According to Freud's theory of personality,Chantae's memories are stored at the ________ level of awareness.

Accepted Answer

According to Freud's theory of personality, the unconscious level of awareness is where repressed thoughts, memories, and desires are stored. Chantae's inability to recall events surrounding her father's death suggests that these memories have been repressed and are therefore stored at an unconscious level.

Question 16

According to psychoanalytic theory,the part of the personality that strives for immediate gratification of basic drives is the

Accepted Answer

According to psychoanalytic theory, the id is the part of the personality that contains basic drives such as sex and aggression, and seeks immediate gratification of these impulses without regard for social norms or the consequences of one's actions.

Question 17

According to Freud,repressed feelings and ideas seep out in

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Question 18

Armand's parents won't let him go to a friend's party because of the lack of parental supervision.Armand decides to sneak out of the house to attend the party.After climbing out of his bedroom window he feels extremely guilty and returns to his room.According to Freud,the feelings of guilt come from his

Accepted Answer

According to Freud's theory of psychoanalysis, the superego represents the internalized moral standards or conscience that results from a child's identification with parents, teachers, and other significant individuals. The superego is responsible for producing feelings of guilt or shame when an individual violates internalized moral standards or societal norms. In this scenario, Armand's guilt for sneaking out to attend the party despite his parents' restrictions comes from his superego.

Question 19

Janine is repulsed by the thought of watching a pornographic video.Freud would have attributed these feelings to Janine's

Accepted Answer

Freud would attribute Janine's repulsion to the superego, the part of the psyche that represents internalized moral and societal standards. The superego can cause feelings of guilt or shame in response to behaviors that are deemed unacceptable by society, such as watching pornography.

Question 20

Mark likes to play video games on his laptop.His parents have him put away his laptop before dinner,and he is not allowed to play until the next day.After his parents have gone to bed,Mark gets out of bed and gets the laptop to play games.Which part of his personality is in control,according to Freud's theory?

Accepted Answer

According to Freud's theory, the id operates on the pleasure principle and seeks immediate gratification of desires, without regard for social rules or consequences. Mark's desire to play video games is driven by his id, which is in control when he disregards his parents' rules and sneaks out to play games.

Quiz 13: Personality