Question 1

According to Erikson,love is the virtue achieved from the resolution of

Accepted Answer

According to Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, intimacy versus isolation is the stage that occurs in young adulthood. It involves forming meaningful relationships with others, including romantic partners, close friends, and family members. The successful resolution of this stage leads to the virtue of love, which is characterized by the ability to form strong, lasting bonds with others. Therefore, choice C is the best answer.

Question 2

Erikson identified ______ that need to be accomplished for successful adaptation to each stage of life.

Accepted Answer

Erikson identified developmental tasks that need to be accomplished for successful adaptation to each stage of life. These tasks are specific and varied depending on the stage and involve navigating conflicts related to identity, intimacy, generativity, and integrity.

Question 3

According to Erikson,which of the following must people achieve before they can begin to form intimate relationships?

Accepted Answer

According to Erikson's psychosocial theory, individuals must first develop a strong sense of personal identity before they can form intimate relationships in young adulthood. This involves exploring and committing to personal values, goals, and beliefs. Without a clear sense of self, individuals may struggle to form meaningful connections with others.

Question 4

Which personality model focuses on mental,emotional,temperamental,and behavioral attributes?

Accepted Answer

The trait model of personality focuses specifically on mental, emotional, temperamental, and behavioral attributes, and seeks to identify patterns and dimensions of these traits among individuals. The other models listed either focus on specific phases of life (such as the normative-crisis model) or on broader concepts of personal growth and self-actualization (such as the humanistic model), and do not delve as deeply into specific personality traits and characteristics.

Question 5

Vanna has just found out that a wealthy distant relative has died and unexpectedly left her $2 million.According to the text,this sort of event would be classified as

Accepted Answer

The text describes the event as unexpected, but also as something that Vanna wanted (receiving a large inheritance). This aligns with the definition of an unexpected wanted event.

Question 6

Predictable changes in adult personality are at the heart of the ______ model.

Accepted Answer

The normative-stage model suggests that personality changes occur in predictable stages as people age, reflecting common experiences shared by individuals as they move through life's stages.

Question 7

The main reason cited in your text that many young adults "fail to launch" is

Accepted Answer

The main reason cited in the text for many young adults "failing to launch" is that they cannot support themselves financially, as stated in the third paragraph. The other options (spoiled and lazy) are not specifically mentioned as reasons in the text.

Question 8

Erikson's concept of intimacy versus isolation falls under which type of personality model?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Erikson's concept of intimacy versus isolation falls...

Question 9

Aspects of Erikson's theory that have been criticized include all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

Erikson's theory has been criticized for its emphasis on heterosexual relationships, male development patterns, and the assumption that homosexuality is not normal. However, it is not specifically criticized for placing too much emphasis on sexual strivings; instead, his theory is more broadly focused on psychosocial development across the lifespan.

Question 10

Troy and Christa are young adults who have developed a high level of intimacy and commitment toward one another.They will marry soon.According to Erikson,Troy and Christa have developed the virtue of

Accepted Answer

Erikson's psychosocial development theory posits that the virtue of mutual devotion emerges from successfully navigating the stage of intimacy vs. isolation, which typically occurs in young adulthood. This stage involves developing close, committed relationships, which Troy and Christa have achieved.

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT one of the four views of personality development discussed in your text?

Accepted Answer

The nonnormative-stage model is not one of the four views of personality development typically discussed. The normative-stage model, timing-of-events model, and trait models are commonly recognized perspectives, but the nonnormative-stage model does not fit within the standard categorizations of personality development theories.

Question 12

According to the five-factor model,Angelica,who is hostile and impulsive,would be described as

Accepted Answer

The five-factor model includes neuroticism as a personality trait, which includes characteristics such as hostility, impulsiveness, and anxiety. Therefore, Angelica would be described as neurotic. The other options (B) extraverted, (C) introverted, and (D) agreeable are not relevant to the traits described for Angelica.

Question 13

The fact that as a society in general we are more accepting of a 39-year-old first-time mother indicates a shift in

Accepted Answer

Timing-of-events models focus on the timing of specific life events, such as having children, and how societal norms and expectations influence these timings. The shift towards more acceptance of older first-time mothers indicates a change in societal norms regarding the timing of parenthood. Normative-stage models focus on normative stages of development, trait models focus on individual characteristics, and typological models focus on identifying different categories or types of individuals based on certain traits or characteristics.

Question 14

Occurrences that people expect are called __________ life events.

Accepted Answer

Normative life events are those that are anticipated and expected as part of the normal life course, such as graduating from school, getting a job, and starting a family. Nonnormative life events, on the other hand, are unexpected and atypical, such as the death of a parent at a young age or winning the lottery. Individual and cultural life events are not commonly used terms.

Question 15

Bill,age 30,is searching for the right woman to share his life and future.According to Erikson's theory,Bill is at the stage of

Accepted Answer

According to Erikson's theory, the stage of intimacy versus isolation occurs in early adulthood, typically between the ages of 18 and 35. This stage is characterized by the need for individuals to form and maintain intimate relationships with others. Bill's desire to find the right woman to share his life and future implies that he is seeking intimacy and connection with another person, making choice C) the most appropriate option.

Question 16

The term used for society's norms or expectations for the appropriate timing-of-life events is the

Accepted Answer

The term for society's norms or expectations for the appropriate timing-of-life events is the social clock. This refers to the culturally defined age expectations for certain life events, such as starting school, finishing education, marrying, having children, and retiring. The social clock can have a significant impact on individuals as they navigate their lives and make decisions about when to participate in these events.

Question 17

According to the five-factor model,Hank,who is gregarious and assertive,would be described as

Accepted Answer

The five-factor model includes extraversion as a personality trait, with characteristics such as being outgoing, assertive, and sociable. Hank, who is gregarious and assertive, displays qualities that align with extraversion. Thus, the best choice is B.

Question 18

Dr.Dunn says that she supports Erik Erikson's model of development,which assumes that people pass through a universal sequence of age-related social and emotional changes during the life span.According to the text,Dr.Dunn supports the __________ model.

Accepted Answer

Erik Erikson's model of development is a normative-stage model, which suggests that individuals go through a series of stages in a fixed sequence, with each stage characterized by specific social and emotional challenges and tasks.

Question 19

According to the social clock of past generations,Noel should graduate from college at age

Accepted Answer

In the past generations, the social clock for graduating from college was around age 22.

Question 20

The cultural expectations for the proper timing of life events,such as getting married or retiring,are called

Accepted Answer

The term used to describe cultural expectations for the proper timing of life events is the social clock. Option A refers to events that do not follow the typical sequence, Option C is not a commonly used term in this context, and Option D is not a recognized term for this concept.

Quiz 14: Psychosocial Development in Emerging and Young Adulthood