#1
At what age do infants typically begin to develop a social smile?
At birth
1-2 months
4-6 months
7-9 months
#2
What is the term for the emotional bond that forms between infants and their caregivers?
Attachment
Socialization
Empathy
Conditioning
#3
Which of the following is a sign of secure attachment in infants?
Avoiding the caregiver after a period of absence
Showing distress when the caregiver leaves and seeking comfort when the caregiver returns
Showing no preference between a caregiver and a stranger
Having no interest in exploring new environments
#4
Erikson's psychosocial development theory suggests that the first stage of a child's development is focused on:
Developing a sense of trust versus mistrust
Learning independence versus shame and doubt
Initiating tasks versus feeling guilty
Building confidence versus feeling inferior
#5
Which of the following activities supports fine motor skill development in toddlers?
Running
Climbing stairs
Drawing
Jumping
#6
Nutrition in early childhood is crucial for:
Physical growth only
Cognitive development only
Both physical growth and cognitive development
Social skills development
#7
Which parenting style is characterized by high responsiveness and high demands?
Authoritarian
Permissive
Uninvolved
Authoritative
#8
According to Piaget's stages of cognitive development, what is the stage called where children begin to think logically about concrete events?
Sensorimotor
Preoperational
Concrete operational
Formal operational
#9
What is the primary purpose of play in early childhood development?
For physical fitness only
To improve social skills and cognitive development
To keep children occupied
To develop competitive spirit
#10
Which factor is NOT commonly considered a component of parenting styles?
Warmth and nurturance
Disciplinary strategies
Communication styles
Child's temperament
#11
At what age do most children begin to use simple sentences?
12-18 months
18-24 months
2-3 years
3-4 years
#12
Which theory emphasizes the role of imitation in the learning process of a child?
Piaget's Cognitive Development Theory
Vygotsky's Sociocultural Theory
Bandura's Social Learning Theory
Erikson's Psychosocial Development Theory
#13
What concept describes the ability to understand that other people have different thoughts, feelings, and perspectives from one's own?
Egocentrism
Theory of Mind
Object Permanence
Attachment Theory
#14
Language development in early childhood is best supported by:
Correcting every grammatical mistake a child makes
Exposure to rich and varied vocabulary
Limiting verbal interaction to avoid confusion
Focusing on written over spoken language
#15
The concept of 'scaffolding' in early childhood education refers to:
The physical structures used to aid in children's motor development
A teaching method that involves giving children structure and support in the early stages of learning
Using technology to enhance learning in early childhood
The process of building a foundation for literacy and numeracy
#16
Which is NOT a recommended practice for fostering early literacy?
Reading aloud to children regularly
Encouraging children to memorize books
Engaging in discussions about stories
Introducing a wide range of genres
#17
The term 'zone of proximal development' (ZPD) is associated with which educational theorist?
Jean Piaget
Lev Vygotsky
Albert Bandura
Erik Erikson
#18
Early childhood interventions are most effective in which aspect of development?
Physical height
Socio-emotional skills
Natural talents
Hair growth rate