Question 1

Which of the following best describes the developmental task of early childhood according to Erikson's theory?

Accepted Answer

Developing initiative versus guilt

Question 2

A 2-year-old child is observed playing next to another child but not interacting with them. This type of play is known as:

Accepted Answer

Parallel play

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a recommended guideline for selecting a preschool or day care center?

Accepted Answer

The center should allow children to play unsupervised outdoors

Question 4

A parent is concerned about their 18-month-old child who only uses vowel sounds and does not imitate words. According to developmental milestones, what should be the next step?

Accepted Answer

Refer the child for speech and hearing evaluation

Question 5

Which of the following statements about nutrition in early childhood is correct?

Accepted Answer

52% of total calories should be from carbohydrates, mostly complex

Question 6

A preschool child tells a story that is not factually accurate. According to the study materials, this behavior is most likely due to:

Accepted Answer

Magical thinking and wish fulfillment

Question 7

Which of the following is a principle of effective discipline for children in early childhood?

Accepted Answer

Discipline should focus on guiding and teaching behavior

Question 8

A 4-year-old child is able to hop and draw a person with three body parts. Which developmental phase is this child in?

Accepted Answer

Preschool phase

Question 9

Which of the following is a safety risk common to early childhood?

Accepted Answer

Automobile accidents

Question 10

According to Piaget, preschool thinking is characterized by:

Accepted Answer

Preoperational or prelogical characteristics

Question 11

Which of the following is an example of positive reinforcement in discipline?

Accepted Answer

Giving a treat for helping with chores

Question 12

A child is put to bed with a bottle of milk. What health risk does this practice increase?

Accepted Answer

Dental caries and ear infections

Question 13

Which of the following factors aids in the development of language skills in early childhood?

Accepted Answer

Interactive play with language-rich environments

Question 14

A parent asks about the best way to discipline their 3-year-old. Which response is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Use time-out for 3 minutes for unacceptable behavior

Question 15

Which of the following is true regarding physical activity in early childhood?

Accepted Answer

Children should have at least $$60$$ minutes of moderate to vigorous activity daily

Question 16

A child is able to copy a circle and use safe scissors. What age is this skill typically achieved?

Accepted Answer

3 years

Question 17

Which of the following is a recommended accident prevention strategy for toddlers?

Accepted Answer

Using childproof locks on cabinets

Question 18

A preschool child is learning to role-play scenarios with elaborate plots and characters. This behavior is evidence of:

Accepted Answer

Symbolic and fantasy play

Question 19

Which of the following is a guideline for healthy food choices for growing children?

Accepted Answer

Encourage a varied diet with nutrient-dense foods

Question 20

Which of the following statements about immunizations in early childhood is correct?

Accepted Answer

Active immunization programs start at 2 months of age

Early Childhood Development: Physical, Cognitive, and Social Aspects

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