PSYC 140 (Modules 1–8) | Complete Lock Down Exam
& Review Bundle | Portage Learning | 2026/2027
Updated Version
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the PSYC 140 Modules 1–8 Complete Lock Down Exam & Review
Bundle — your complete, 2026/2027-updated resource for passing every
PSYC 140 module exam and review at Portage Learning on the first
attempt. This guide contains verified questions and answers, each paired
with a bolded correct answer and a detailed rationale covering
foundations of development, biological beginnings, infancy, toddlerhood,
early childhood, middle childhood, adolescence, and adulthood. Whether
you are preparing for Module 1, reviewing for a cumulative final, or using
this as a rapid-reference for developmental psychology, this guide
mirrors the style, difficulty, and exam format of the actual PSYC 140
assessments.
Q1.
According to Erikson, unsuccessful completion of the first psychosocial
stage will result in ___
A. Mistrust
B. Guilt
,C. Shame
D. Inferiority
Answer: A) Mistrust
Rationale: Erikson's first stage is Trust vs. Mistrust (birth–18
months). Failure results in mistrust.
Q2.
According to Erikson, the "terrible two's" stem from a toddler's need to
assert what?
A. Initiative
B. Autonomy
C. Industry
D. Identity
Answer: B) Autonomy
Rationale: Erikson's second stage is Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt
(18 months–3 years).
Q3.
Erikson used the term _____ to refer to producing something that
benefits others.
A. Generativity
B. Integrity
C. Intimacy
D. Industry
Answer: A) Generativity
,Rationale: Generativity vs. Stagnation involves contributing to
society and future generations.
Q4.
How many psychological stages did Erikson describe?
A. Five
B. Six
C. Eight
D. Ten
Answer: C) Eight
Rationale: Erikson described eight psychosocial stages across the
lifespan.
Q5.
Which psychosexual stage did Freud associate with birth to 18 months?
A. Oral
B. Anal
C. Phallic
D. Latency
Answer: A) Oral
Rationale: The oral stage is from birth to 18 months.
Q6.
Which psychosexual stage did Freud associate with 18 months to 3 years?
A. Anal
B. Oral
C. Phallic
, D. Latency
Answer: A) Anal
Rationale: The anal stage is from 18 months to 3 years.
Q7.
Which psychosexual stage did Freud associate with 3–6 years?
A. Phallic
B. Oral
C. Anal
D. Latency
Answer: A) Phallic
Rationale: The phallic stage is from 3–6 years.
Q8.
Which psychosexual stage did Freud associate with 6 years to puberty?
A. Latency
B. Oral
C. Anal
D. Phallic
Answer: A) Latency
Rationale: The latency stage is from 6 years to puberty.
Q9.
Which psychosexual stage did Freud associate with puberty to adulthood?
A. Genital
B. Oral
C. Anal
& Review Bundle | Portage Learning | 2026/2027
Updated Version
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the PSYC 140 Modules 1–8 Complete Lock Down Exam & Review
Bundle — your complete, 2026/2027-updated resource for passing every
PSYC 140 module exam and review at Portage Learning on the first
attempt. This guide contains verified questions and answers, each paired
with a bolded correct answer and a detailed rationale covering
foundations of development, biological beginnings, infancy, toddlerhood,
early childhood, middle childhood, adolescence, and adulthood. Whether
you are preparing for Module 1, reviewing for a cumulative final, or using
this as a rapid-reference for developmental psychology, this guide
mirrors the style, difficulty, and exam format of the actual PSYC 140
assessments.
Q1.
According to Erikson, unsuccessful completion of the first psychosocial
stage will result in ___
A. Mistrust
B. Guilt
,C. Shame
D. Inferiority
Answer: A) Mistrust
Rationale: Erikson's first stage is Trust vs. Mistrust (birth–18
months). Failure results in mistrust.
Q2.
According to Erikson, the "terrible two's" stem from a toddler's need to
assert what?
A. Initiative
B. Autonomy
C. Industry
D. Identity
Answer: B) Autonomy
Rationale: Erikson's second stage is Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt
(18 months–3 years).
Q3.
Erikson used the term _____ to refer to producing something that
benefits others.
A. Generativity
B. Integrity
C. Intimacy
D. Industry
Answer: A) Generativity
,Rationale: Generativity vs. Stagnation involves contributing to
society and future generations.
Q4.
How many psychological stages did Erikson describe?
A. Five
B. Six
C. Eight
D. Ten
Answer: C) Eight
Rationale: Erikson described eight psychosocial stages across the
lifespan.
Q5.
Which psychosexual stage did Freud associate with birth to 18 months?
A. Oral
B. Anal
C. Phallic
D. Latency
Answer: A) Oral
Rationale: The oral stage is from birth to 18 months.
Q6.
Which psychosexual stage did Freud associate with 18 months to 3 years?
A. Anal
B. Oral
C. Phallic
, D. Latency
Answer: A) Anal
Rationale: The anal stage is from 18 months to 3 years.
Q7.
Which psychosexual stage did Freud associate with 3–6 years?
A. Phallic
B. Oral
C. Anal
D. Latency
Answer: A) Phallic
Rationale: The phallic stage is from 3–6 years.
Q8.
Which psychosexual stage did Freud associate with 6 years to puberty?
A. Latency
B. Oral
C. Anal
D. Phallic
Answer: A) Latency
Rationale: The latency stage is from 6 years to puberty.
Q9.
Which psychosexual stage did Freud associate with puberty to adulthood?
A. Genital
B. Oral
C. Anal
