Early Infant Development Quiz

Vision is the least developed sense at birth, gradually improving over time.

Most infants start rolling over around 6 months as a key motor development milestone.

The grasping reflex is a typical response present in newborns, allowing them to grasp objects placed in their hands.

An average newborn baby weighs around 7 pounds at birth.

Attachment is the emotional bond where an infant seeks closeness and security with their caregiver.

Loneliness is not a common cause of infant crying; hunger, discomfort, and fatigue are more typical reasons.

Walking is a significant milestone in infant development, usually achieved between 8-12 months.

Language development refers to a child's ability to understand and express language as they grow.

Grasping a toy is an example of a fine motor skill in infants, involving precise coordination of small muscles.

Object permanence is the understanding that objects exist even when out of sight, a crucial cognitive milestone.

Separation anxiety typically emerges in infants between 12-18 months as they become more aware of caregiver absence.

Smiling and laughing are common social development milestones for infants between 4-7 months, indicating emotional engagement.

Climate change is not a factor influencing early infant development, unlike genetic and environmental factors.

Abstract operational is not a stage in Piaget's theory; instead, it is abstract operational thinking.

The rooting reflex is a newborn's instinctive turning of the head toward a touch on the cheek or mouth, aiding in feeding.

The Babinski reflex is the newborn's response of extending their legs when the sole of the foot is stroked, a normal reflex.

Initiative is the developmental phase where infants recognize their impact on the world, displaying curiosity and exploration.