Quiz on reaction formation with answers
- What is reaction formation? A. A conscious replacement of an unwanted impulse B. An unconscious replacement of an unwanted impulse with its opposite C. A conscious exaggeration of an unwanted impulse D. An unconscious exaggeration of an unwanted impulse
Answer: B
- Who proposed the concept of defense mechanisms initially? A. Anna Freud B. Sigmund Freud C. Carl Jung D. Abraham Maslow
Answer: B
- Why can it be challenging to recognize reaction formation in everyday life? A. It is a conscious defense mechanism B. It is an unconscious defense mechanism C. It is always expressed in a subtle manner D. It is always expressed in an exaggerated manner
Answer: B
- Which of the following is not an example of reaction formation? A. A drug addict preaching against substance abuse B. A man acting aggressive and macho to compensate for feeling not masculine enough C. A teenager expressing love and affection towards their parents D. An individual acting calm and passive to suppress their aggressive desires
Answer: C
- What did the 1998 review of the research on reaction formation reveal? A. Reaction formation does not defend the ego B. People do not exhibit reaction formation C. Studies have provided convincing evidence for reaction formation D. Reaction formation is a rare response to esteem threat
Answer: C
- What is the purpose of working with a counselor or therapist to address reaction formation? A. To encourage the individual to continue with the defense mechanism B. To help the individual recognize and accept their true thoughts and impulses C. To help the individual develop a more exaggerated defense mechanism D. To help the individual suppress their authentic self
Answer: B
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