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A firm believer of the theory that every action and thought has a cause probably entangled with the unconscious mind, he considered dreams to be the emotions in disguise. Every dream has a symbolic notation. It is a representation of our hidden pleasures and which our ego has guarded in day's light. In the blackness of night these pent up urges get outrageous and find way through dreams, even healthy minded dream. The suppression became the to these dreams. The content or stimuli to these dreams could relate to any present or past event of restriction. Freud's writing the existence of dream interpreters or terminology explaining meanings of dream symbols. He said the significance of all dreams could be studied through personal experience as self would be the best to study one's own fantasies.

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Correct answer: suppressed
Explanation: The word 'suppressed' fits grammatically as it describes emotions that are hidden or restrained, aligning with the context of dreams being a disguise for these emotions. It indicates that these feelings are not openly expressed, which is consistent with the overall theme of the unconscious mind.
Meaning: 'Suppressed' means to hold back or restrain something, in this case, emotions that are not allowed to surface in waking life.
Wrong options:
sudden: The word 'sudden' implies something that happens quickly or unexpectedly, which does not align with the idea of emotions being hidden or restrained.
gradual: 'Gradual' suggests a slow process of change, which does not fit the context of emotions being concealed in dreams.
human: The term 'human' does not relate to the nature of emotions in disguise, as it describes a species rather than a state of being or feeling.
Correct answer: desires
Explanation: The word 'desires' fits well in the context as it refers to strong feelings of wanting something, which aligns with the idea of hidden pleasures and is grammatically correct as it matches the plural form needed in the sentence.
Meaning: 'Desires' refers to strong feelings of wanting or wishing for something, often associated with personal aspirations or needs.
Wrong options:
pains: The word 'pains' refers to physical or emotional suffering, which does not align with the context of hidden pleasures and is not a synonym for desires.
happiness: 'Happiness' denotes a state of well-being or joy, which does not fit the context of hidden emotions that dreams represent.
pressures: The term 'pressures' implies stress or demands, which does not correspond to the concept of hidden pleasures or desires.
Correct answer: stimuli
Explanation: The word 'stimuli' is appropriate as it refers to factors that provoke a response, fitting the context of what triggers dreams. It is grammatically correct as it aligns with the plural form needed in the sentence.
Meaning: 'Stimuli' are things that cause a reaction or response, in this case, the suppressed emotions that lead to dreams.
Wrong options:
point: The word 'point' does not fit the context as it refers to a specific location or idea, which is not relevant to the concept of triggering dreams.
reason: 'Reason' implies a cause or explanation, which does not align with the idea of factors that provoke dreams.
cause: While 'cause' could relate to the triggering of dreams, it does not fit as well as 'stimuli' in this context, which emphasizes the provoking nature of the emotions.
Correct answer: rejected
Explanation: The word 'rejected' fits grammatically and contextually as it indicates that Freud dismissed the idea of dream interpreters, aligning with the overall theme of skepticism towards certain interpretations of dreams.
Meaning: 'Rejected' means to refuse to accept or believe something, in this case, Freud's stance on dream interpretation.
Wrong options:
dubbed: The term 'dubbed' means to give a name or title, which does not fit the context of Freud's views on dream interpreters.
based: 'Based' implies a foundation or starting point, which does not align with the action of dismissing an idea.
supported: The word 'supported' suggests endorsement or agreement, which is the opposite of what Freud did regarding dream interpreters.
Correct answer: analysis
Explanation: The word 'analysis' fits grammatically and contextually as it refers to the examination of one's own dreams, aligning with the idea of studying personal fantasies. It is the correct noun form needed in this context.
Meaning: 'Analysis' refers to the detailed examination of the elements or structure of something, in this case, one's own dreams and fantasies.
Wrong options:
study: The word 'study' is a verb in this context, which does not fit grammatically as a noun is required here.
confidence: 'Confidence' refers to a feeling of self-assurance, which does not relate to the examination of dreams.
control: The term 'control' implies the power to influence or direct, which does not fit the context of examining one's fantasies.

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