#1
Which of the following is a milestone typically reached by a 6-month-old infant?
Sitting without support
ExplanationAchieving motor skill development.
#2
At what age range do most children typically begin to develop language skills?
1-2 years
ExplanationOnset of language skill development.
#3
Which of the following is a key component of fine motor skills development in early childhood?
Drawing
ExplanationFine motor skill enhancement through drawing activities.
#4
What is the term used to describe a child's ability to understand and regulate their own emotions?
Emotional intelligence
ExplanationCapability to comprehend and manage emotions.
#5
Which of the following is NOT a domain of early childhood development?
Political development
ExplanationExclusion of political development domain.
#6
What is the term for a child's ability to pay attention, plan, and organize tasks?
Executive function
ExplanationCapability to manage attention, planning, and organization.
#7
What is the term for the period during which a child learns to interact with others and to understand and control their own emotions?
Social-emotional development
ExplanationDevelopment of social and emotional skills.
#8
Which of the following statements best describes the concept of 'object permanence' in child development?
The understanding that objects continue to exist even when they cannot be observed
ExplanationRecognition of objects' existence beyond immediate perception.
#9
What is the primary purpose of the Early Head Start program in the United States?
Supporting the healthy development of infants and toddlers from low-income families
ExplanationPromotion of healthy development in low-income families' children.
#10
What is 'parallel play' in the context of early childhood development?
A stage where children play alone without interacting with others
ExplanationStage of solitary play without social interaction.
#11
What is the significance of 'scaffolding' in the context of early childhood education?
It involves providing temporary support to help children learn tasks or concepts
ExplanationTemporary assistance to aid children's learning.
#12
What is the term for a child's ability to think about and understand their own and others' mental states?
Theory of mind
ExplanationUnderstanding of one's and others' mental states.
#13
Which of the following is considered a risk factor for poor early child development?
Exposure to violence or neglect
ExplanationNegative influence on early development due to violence or neglect exposure.
#14
Which of the following is a factor that influences early brain development in children?
Nutrition
ExplanationNutritional impact on early brain growth.
#15
Which of the following is an example of a gross motor skill?
Throwing a ball
ExplanationExample of large muscle movement skill.
#16
What is the term for the ability to understand and respond to the emotions of others?
Empathy
ExplanationCapability to comprehend and react to others' emotions.
#17
What is the term for the ability to understand and control one's own thoughts, feelings, and behaviors?
Self-regulation
ExplanationCapability to manage one's thoughts, feelings, and actions.