Emilia's Confession and Halinka's Birth

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What is the most likely consequence of Emilia maintaining her lies about Halinka's conception for an extended period?

Emilia's deception creates a false reality, making it difficult for her and others to discern truth from fiction. (correct)
Halinka will admire Emilia's commitment to protecting her from the truth.
Legal authorities intervene, ensuring Halinka learns the true circumstances of her birth through official channels.
The community rallies around Emilia, praising her for shielding Halinka from societal judgment.

How might Emilia's initial motivation for lying about her teen pregnancy unintentionally affect her relationship with Halinka in the long term?

It may create a foundation of distrust that damages their ability to form genuine connections. (correct)
It could lead to Halinka idealizing Emilia as a role model for navigating difficult situations with grace.
It will encourage open communication, creating a safe space for Halinka to share her experiences.
It will foster a stronger bond built on mutual understanding of societal pressures.

Which psychological phenomenon is best illustrated by Emilia's eventual belief in her own lies regarding the circumstances of Halinka's conception?

Confirmation bias, as she seeks out information that confirms her existing beliefs.
The placebo effect, as she experiences a tangible benefit from her altered perception.
The Dunning-Kruger effect, as she overestimates her understanding of the truth.
Cognitive dissonance, as she attempts to reduce the discomfort of holding conflicting beliefs. (correct)

What ethical consideration is most directly challenged by Emilia's choice to fabricate the truth about Halinka's paternity?

The principle of autonomy, as she potentially denies Halinka knowledge of her own origins. (B) Signup and view all the answers

If Halinka were to discover the truth about her conception later in life, what is a likely consequence of Emilia's long standing deception?

Halinka would experience difficulty trusting Emilia, questioning the foundation of their relationship. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which pattern of behavior is most clearly exhibited by Emilia's actions?

Defensive self-preservation. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary factor contributing to Emilia's act of fabricating a different story about her teen pregnancy?

Fear of social stigma. (D) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of Emilia's situation, how does the concept of 'identity' relate to her decision to lie about the pregnancy?

Her identity is affected by her perception of societal expectations, and her desire to either follow these expectations or defy them. (C) Signup and view all the answers

How might Emilia's family and community influence her decision to lie about the circumstances surrounding Halinka's birth?

A family or community that does not support a teen pregnancy might influence her to lie and fabricate a story. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the act of lying about Halinka's paternity suggest about Emilia's understanding (or misunderstanding) of truth and deception?

Emilia sees lying as an unavoidable tool for self-preservation but is unaware of the long-term effects. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Pathological Lying

Distorting or fabricating events with such conviction that one genuinely believes the falsehood to be true.

Impregnate

To make pregnant.

Study Notes

Emilia, upon Halinka's birth, confessed to the fabrications surrounding her pregnancy.
Emilia had constructed a false narrative to mitigate the perceived shame of her teenage pregnancy.
The deception was so prolonged and intense that Emilia came to internalize it as truth.
This confession included the identity of Halinka's father, previously concealed by Emilia.

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Emilia confessed to fabricating her pregnancy narrative upon Halinka's birth. She had constructed a false story to avoid shame due to her teenage pregnancy. Her confession included revealing Halinka's father, previously concealed.