#1
Which of the following is a milestone typically reached by children at around 12 months old?
Walking independently
Speaking in full sentences
Reading simple words
Solving mathematical problems
#2
What is the main focus of early childhood education?
Advanced academic subjects
Developing social skills and emotional intelligence
Physical fitness only
Learning complex theories
#3
Which of the following is an example of fine motor skills development in early childhood?
Running
Throwing a ball
Using scissors to cut paper
Jumping
#4
What is the term for a child's ability to understand that others have different thoughts, feelings, and perspectives?
Empathy
Theory of mind
Spatial awareness
Logical reasoning
#5
Which of the following is an example of a developmental milestone in early childhood?
Understanding calculus
Using complex sentence structures
Saying first words
Reading Shakespearean plays
#6
Which theorist is associated with the concept of 'scaffolding' in child development?
Jean Piaget
B.F. Skinner
Lev Vygotsky
Erik Erikson
#7
What is a common principle of the Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education?
Teacher-directed learning exclusively
Standardized testing
Project-based learning and student-led exploration
Rote memorization
#8
Which type of play involves children engaging in activities with specific rules and objectives, often with organized teams?
Parallel play
Symbolic play
Sociodramatic play
Structured play
#9
According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which needs must be met before a child can focus on learning and development?
Safety needs
Esteem needs
Physiological needs
Self-actualization needs
#10
Who developed the theory of attachment, emphasizing the importance of a secure emotional bond between infants and caregivers?
Erik Erikson
B.F. Skinner
John Bowlby
Lev Vygotsky
#11
What is the critical period hypothesis regarding language acquisition?
There is no optimal time for language acquisition
Language can be learned equally well at any age
There is a specific window of time in childhood during which language acquisition is most effective
Language acquisition is impossible after a certain age
#12
What is one way to support linguistic diversity in early childhood education?
Discourage the use of languages other than the dominant one
Provide bilingual or multilingual education programs
Focus solely on grammar and vocabulary drills
Avoid exposure to different languages altogether
#13
Which type of play involves children manipulating objects to build or create something?
Functional play
Pretend play
Constructive play
Parallel play
#14
Which of the following is a key aspect of the Montessori method of early childhood education?
Strict teacher-directed instruction
Rigid curriculum
Mixed-age classrooms and child-directed learning
Emphasis on standardized testing
#15
What is one benefit of incorporating outdoor play in early childhood education?
Increased screen time
Reduced social interaction
Improved physical health and sensory development
Decreased exposure to nature