Chapter Objectives
After studying this chapter, you will be able to
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identify two factors that shape personality.
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describe six patterns of growth.
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explain what it means to be a responsible adult.
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give examples of your rights and
responsibilities as a citizen.
After reading each section
(separated by main
headings), stop and write
a three- to four-sentence
summary of what you just
read. Be sure to paraphrase
and use your own words.
Reading
Connection
Key Concepts
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Understanding the factors that shape your personality will help
you to better understand yourself and others.
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Everyone grows at a unique pace. A person’s rate of growth
may be measured chronologically, physically, intellectually,
emotionally, socially, and philosophically.
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You can learn to become a responsible and independent adult
by fulfi lling your responsibilities in your family, school, and
community.
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You: Growing and
Changing
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