PSYC 140 Module 7 | Lifespan Developmental Psychology
Exam Q&A | Portage Learning
1. According to Erikson, the primary psychosocial crisis of early adulthood is:
A) Identity vs. Role Confusion
B) Intimacy vs. Isolation
C) Generativity vs. Stagnation
D) Ego Integrity vs. Despair
Correct Answer: Intimacy vs. Isolation
Rationale: Erikson's sixth stage, occurring during early adulthood (approximately 20-
40 years), is the crisis of Intimacy vs. Isolation. Young adults in this stage develop the
capacity for intimate, close relationships with others.
2. According to Erikson, successful resolution of the Intimacy vs. Isolation stage leads to
the virtue of:
A) Hope
B) Will
C) Purpose
D) Love
Correct Answer: Love
Rationale: The virtue associated with Erikson's Intimacy vs. Isolation stage is love—the
capacity for intimacy and the ability to form deep, meaningful relationships with others.
3. A young adult who is unable to form close, meaningful relationships may struggle
with which of Erikson's stages?
A) Identity vs. Role Confusion
,B) Intimacy vs. Isolation
C) Generativity vs. Stagnation
D) Ego Integrity vs. Despair
Correct Answer: Intimacy vs. Isolation
Rationale: In the Intimacy vs. Isolation stage, the primary task is to develop the
capacity for intimacy. Failure to do so can result in isolation and loneliness.
4. According to Levinson, the period of early adulthood is characterized by:
A) A stable life structure and established career
B) A period of exploration and transition, including the "dream" and the "mentor"
relationship
C) A midlife crisis
D) A focus on generativity and legacy
Correct Answer: A period of exploration and transition, including the "dream" and the
"mentor" relationship
Rationale: Levinson's theory of adult development describes early adulthood as a
period of exploration and transition. Key concepts include the "dream" (a vision for
one's future), the "mentor" (a guide who supports career and personal development),
and the formation of a life structure.
5. According to Levinson, which of the following is a key concept in early adult
development?
A) The dream
B) The mentor
C) The life structure
D) All of the above
,Correct Answer: All of the above
Rationale: Levinson's theory emphasizes the importance of the "dream" (a vision for
one's future), the "mentor" (a guide who supports development), and the "life structure"
(the underlying pattern of one's life) in early adulthood.
6. According to Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love, the three components of love are:
A) Intimacy, passion, and commitment
B) Trust, respect, and communication
C) Attraction, bonding, and attachment
D) Caring, sharing, and growing
Correct Answer: Intimacy, passion, and commitment
Rationale: Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love identifies three components: intimacy
(closeness and emotional connection), passion (physical attraction and romantic
feelings), and commitment (decision to love and maintain the relationship).
7. According to Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love, which component involves the
decision to love and maintain a relationship?
A) Passion
B) Intimacy
C) Commitment
D) Consummate love
Correct Answer: Commitment
Rationale: In Sternberg's theory, commitment is the component that involves the
decision to love someone and the commitment to maintain that love over time.
8. According to Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love, "infatuation" is characterized by:
, A) Intimacy alone
B) Passion alone
C) Commitment alone
D) Intimacy and commitment
Correct Answer: Passion alone
Rationale: In Sternberg's theory, infatuation is the experience of passion without
intimacy or commitment. It is often characterized by intense physical attraction and
romantic feelings without the deeper emotional connection or long-term commitment.
9. According to Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love, "companionate love" is
characterized by:
A) Passion and intimacy
B) Intimacy and commitment
C) Passion and commitment
D) Passion alone
Correct Answer: Intimacy and commitment
Rationale: Companionate love is a type of love characterized by intimacy and
commitment without passion. It is often experienced in long-term relationships where
the initial spark has faded but the emotional bond and commitment remain.
10. According to Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love, "romantic love" is characterized
by:
A) Intimacy and passion
B) Intimacy and commitment
C) Passion and commitment
D) Intimacy alone
Exam Q&A | Portage Learning
1. According to Erikson, the primary psychosocial crisis of early adulthood is:
A) Identity vs. Role Confusion
B) Intimacy vs. Isolation
C) Generativity vs. Stagnation
D) Ego Integrity vs. Despair
Correct Answer: Intimacy vs. Isolation
Rationale: Erikson's sixth stage, occurring during early adulthood (approximately 20-
40 years), is the crisis of Intimacy vs. Isolation. Young adults in this stage develop the
capacity for intimate, close relationships with others.
2. According to Erikson, successful resolution of the Intimacy vs. Isolation stage leads to
the virtue of:
A) Hope
B) Will
C) Purpose
D) Love
Correct Answer: Love
Rationale: The virtue associated with Erikson's Intimacy vs. Isolation stage is love—the
capacity for intimacy and the ability to form deep, meaningful relationships with others.
3. A young adult who is unable to form close, meaningful relationships may struggle
with which of Erikson's stages?
A) Identity vs. Role Confusion
,B) Intimacy vs. Isolation
C) Generativity vs. Stagnation
D) Ego Integrity vs. Despair
Correct Answer: Intimacy vs. Isolation
Rationale: In the Intimacy vs. Isolation stage, the primary task is to develop the
capacity for intimacy. Failure to do so can result in isolation and loneliness.
4. According to Levinson, the period of early adulthood is characterized by:
A) A stable life structure and established career
B) A period of exploration and transition, including the "dream" and the "mentor"
relationship
C) A midlife crisis
D) A focus on generativity and legacy
Correct Answer: A period of exploration and transition, including the "dream" and the
"mentor" relationship
Rationale: Levinson's theory of adult development describes early adulthood as a
period of exploration and transition. Key concepts include the "dream" (a vision for
one's future), the "mentor" (a guide who supports career and personal development),
and the formation of a life structure.
5. According to Levinson, which of the following is a key concept in early adult
development?
A) The dream
B) The mentor
C) The life structure
D) All of the above
,Correct Answer: All of the above
Rationale: Levinson's theory emphasizes the importance of the "dream" (a vision for
one's future), the "mentor" (a guide who supports development), and the "life structure"
(the underlying pattern of one's life) in early adulthood.
6. According to Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love, the three components of love are:
A) Intimacy, passion, and commitment
B) Trust, respect, and communication
C) Attraction, bonding, and attachment
D) Caring, sharing, and growing
Correct Answer: Intimacy, passion, and commitment
Rationale: Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love identifies three components: intimacy
(closeness and emotional connection), passion (physical attraction and romantic
feelings), and commitment (decision to love and maintain the relationship).
7. According to Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love, which component involves the
decision to love and maintain a relationship?
A) Passion
B) Intimacy
C) Commitment
D) Consummate love
Correct Answer: Commitment
Rationale: In Sternberg's theory, commitment is the component that involves the
decision to love someone and the commitment to maintain that love over time.
8. According to Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love, "infatuation" is characterized by:
, A) Intimacy alone
B) Passion alone
C) Commitment alone
D) Intimacy and commitment
Correct Answer: Passion alone
Rationale: In Sternberg's theory, infatuation is the experience of passion without
intimacy or commitment. It is often characterized by intense physical attraction and
romantic feelings without the deeper emotional connection or long-term commitment.
9. According to Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love, "companionate love" is
characterized by:
A) Passion and intimacy
B) Intimacy and commitment
C) Passion and commitment
D) Passion alone
Correct Answer: Intimacy and commitment
Rationale: Companionate love is a type of love characterized by intimacy and
commitment without passion. It is often experienced in long-term relationships where
the initial spark has faded but the emotional bond and commitment remain.
10. According to Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love, "romantic love" is characterized
by:
A) Intimacy and passion
B) Intimacy and commitment
C) Passion and commitment
D) Intimacy alone
