#1
Which of the following is a primary motor skill typically mastered during infancy?
Walking
ExplanationWalking is a primary motor skill typically mastered during infancy.
#2
Which stage of Erik Erikson's psychosocial development theory occurs during adolescence?
Identity vs. Role Confusion
ExplanationIdentity vs. Role Confusion is the stage of Erik Erikson's psychosocial development theory that occurs during adolescence.
#3
What is the term for the process by which individuals acquire cultural norms and values?
Socialization
ExplanationSocialization is the process by which individuals acquire cultural norms and values.
#4
At what age range does the 'terrible twos' phase typically occur?
2-3 years
ExplanationThe 'terrible twos' phase typically occurs between 2-3 years of age.
#5
Which theorist is known for the concept of the 'zone of proximal development'?
Lev Vygotsky
ExplanationLev Vygotsky is known for the concept of the 'zone of proximal development'.
#6
During which stage of development do individuals typically experience a decline in physical abilities and sensory acuity?
Old age
ExplanationIndividuals typically experience a decline in physical abilities and sensory acuity during old age.
#7
What is the term for the emotional bond that forms between an infant and their primary caregiver?
Attachment
ExplanationAttachment is the emotional bond that forms between an infant and their primary caregiver.
#8
Which of the following is NOT a milestone typically achieved during middle childhood (ages 6-12)?
Puberty onset
ExplanationPuberty onset is NOT a milestone typically achieved during middle childhood (ages 6-12).
#9
Who proposed the theory of moral development, focusing on stages of moral reasoning?
Lawrence Kohlberg
ExplanationLawrence Kohlberg proposed the theory of moral development, focusing on stages of moral reasoning.
#10
Which of the following is NOT a factor influencing prenatal development?
Parental age after birth
ExplanationParental age after birth is NOT a factor influencing prenatal development.
#11
What is the term for the ability to understand and share the feelings of another?
Empathy
ExplanationEmpathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of another.
#12
Which of the following is a common characteristic of adolescence?
Increased risk-taking behavior
ExplanationIncreased risk-taking behavior is a common characteristic of adolescence.
#13
According to Jean Piaget's theory of cognitive development, which stage involves abstract thinking and hypothetical reasoning?
Formal Operational
ExplanationFormal Operational stage involves abstract thinking and hypothetical reasoning according to Jean Piaget's theory of cognitive development.
#14
What is the term for the stage of cognitive development during which children develop the ability to mentally manipulate information?
Concrete Operational
ExplanationConcrete Operational is the stage of cognitive development during which children develop the ability to mentally manipulate information.
#15
Who proposed the concept of 'identity crisis' as a key aspect of adolescent development?
Erik Erikson
ExplanationErik Erikson proposed the concept of 'identity crisis' as a key aspect of adolescent development.
#16
Which of the following is NOT a domain of development?
Economic
ExplanationEconomic is NOT a domain of development.
#17
During which stage of psychosocial development does the conflict of 'integrity vs. despair' occur?
Late adulthood
ExplanationThe conflict of 'integrity vs. despair' occurs during late adulthood.