| A) | Marcia's term for adolescents who have made a commitment but have not experienced a crisis.
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| B) | consists of two dimensions: self-assertion (the ability to have and communicate a point of view) and separateness (the use of communication patterns to express how one is different from others).
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| C) | Marcia's term for adolescents who are in the midst of a crisis but whose commitments are either absent or vaguely defined.
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| D) | Refers to the two dimensions: mutuality (sensitivity to and respect for others' views) and permeability (openness to others' views).
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| E) | A small group that ranges from 2 to about 12 individuals, averaging about 5 to 6 individuals, which can form because adolescents engage in similar activities.
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| F) | A ceremony or ritual that marks an individual’s transition from one status to another; usually focuses on the transition to adult status.
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| G) | The absorption of ethnic minority groups into the dominant group, which often involves the loss of some or virtually all of the behavior and values of the ethnic minority group.
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| H) | Marcia's term for a period of identity development during which the adolescent chooses among meaningful alternatives.
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| I) | Marcia's term for adolescents who have not yet experienced a crisis (explored meaningful alternatives) or made any commitments.
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| J) | Marcia's term for adolescents who have undergone a crisis and have made a commitment.
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| K) | Marcia's term for the part of identity development in which adolescents show a personal investment in what they are going to do.
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| L) | An enduring, basic aspect of the self that includes a sense of membership in an ethnic group and the attitudes and feelings related to that membership.
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| M) | A larger group structure than a clique, usually formed based on reputation. Members may or may not spend much time together.
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| N) | The coexistence of distinct ethnic and cultural groups in the same society. Individuals with a pluralistic stance usually advocate that cultural differences be maintained and appreciated.
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| O) | An adolescent who breaks the law or engages in behavior that is considered illegal.
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