Jessie becomes furious when her favorite hockey player is intentionally hurt by an opponent. According to Freud's model of the mind, her id would unconsciously say __________

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According to Freud, the id is the unconscious part of the mind that holds our primitive instincts and desires. It operates on the pleasure principle, seeking immediate gratification of our impulses without regard for social norms or consequences. Jessie's fury at the hockey player's intentional harm to her favorite player would likely trigger her id's desire for revenge, potentially manifesting in thoughts or impulses of harming the other player. Thus, the best choice would be D, "I'm so angry I could kill that player."

Jessie Becomes Furious When Her Favorite Hockey Player Is Intentionally