Which of the following is an example of a Freudian slip?
A) an art history student who spends a great deal of time in front of any painting with naked subjects
B) a biology student who explains the life cycle of the 'orgasm' instead of 'organism' to an attractive study partner
C) a chemistry professor who starts every lecture with the Door's song 'Light My Fire' followed by the lighting of a bunsen burner
D) a women's study professor who only accepts male graduate students

Question

Which of the following is an example of a Freudian slip?
A) an art history student who spends a great deal of time in front of any painting with naked subjects
B) a biology student who explains the life cycle of the 'orgasm' instead of 'organism' to an attractive study partner
C) a chemistry professor who starts every lecture with the Door's song 'Light My Fire' followed by the lighting of a bunsen burner
D) a women's study professor who only accepts male graduate students

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A Freudian slip is an unintentional error in speech or action that reveals underlying thoughts or motives. In this case, the biology student's slip-up suggests that they may have sex on their mind, which would be in line with Freud's theories about unconscious sexual impulses.

Which of the Following Is an Example of a Freudian