PSD Final Exam

According to Fowler, how many stages are in his theory of faith development?

• 5
• 6
• 7
• 4

At which stage does Fowler say individuals begin to see faith as a personal commitment rather than external authority?

• Stage 1
• Stage 2
• Stage 3
• Stage 4

Which of the following is true about Stage 3: Synthetic-Conventional Faith?

• It is based on personal experience and critical reflection.
• It relies heavily on external authorities.
• It integrates faith and logic.
• It represents universalizing faith.

What is the hallmark of Stage 5: Conjunctive Faith?

• Blind belief in doctrine
• Acceptance of paradoxes and mystery
• Absolute moral reasoning
• Literal interpretation of religious texts

Fowler’s theory draws heavily from which developmental theorist?

• Erik Erikson
• Jean Piaget
• Lawrence Kohlberg
• Carl Jung

What characterizes Stage 6: Universalizing Faith?

• Legalistic morality
• Egocentric spirituality
• Selfless love and justice
• Denial of religious beliefs

What age range typically corresponds with Fowler’s Stage 1: Intuitive-Projective Faith?

• Infancy
• 3–7 years
• 8–12 years
• Adolescence

Fowler’s faith development theory is primarily concerned with:

• Church attendance
• Ritual practices
• The structural development of faith over a lifespan
• Dogmatic belief systems

Oser’s theory of religious development includes how many stages?

• 3
• 5
• 6
• 7

Oser emphasizes the development of:

• Doctrinal knowledge
• Sacramental practice
• Moral and religious judgment
• Emotional regulation