Learn Mode

Human Development and Milestones Quiz

#1

At what age do most infants begin to sit without support?

5-6 months
Explanation

Typical age for sitting independently.

#2

What is the approximate age range for the emergence of stranger anxiety in infants?

5-6 months
Explanation

Typically occurs around this age.

#3

What is the approximate age when children typically begin to use simple sentences?

14-16 months
Explanation

Onset of basic language construction.

#4

At what age do most infants begin to crawl?

4-6 months
Explanation

Commencement of crawling usually at this age range.

#5

What is the approximate age when most infants begin to walk independently?

12-14 months
Explanation

Typical age range for first independent steps.

#6

Which of the following is a major milestone in cognitive development during infancy?

Babbling
Explanation

Significant in language development.

#7

What is the approximate age when children typically begin to understand the concept of object permanence?

9-12 months
Explanation

Age range for grasping object permanence.

#8

Which of the following is considered a fine motor skill milestone in early childhood?

Tying shoelaces
Explanation

Advanced fine motor ability.

#9

In Kohlberg's theory of moral development, which stage emphasizes following rules to avoid punishment?

Preconventional
Explanation

Moral reasoning based on consequences.

#10

Which of the following is a key aspect of social development during early childhood?

Empathy
Explanation

Foundation of social understanding.

#11

In Erikson's psychosocial theory, what is the primary developmental task of adolescence?

Identity vs. Role Confusion
Explanation

Core challenge in adolescent identity formation.

#12

Which of the following is a characteristic of Erikson's psychosocial stage of 'autonomy vs. shame and doubt'?

Exploring independence
Explanation

Primary aspect of this stage.

#13

What is a key aspect of adolescent cognitive development according to Piaget?

Abstract reasoning
Explanation

Critical cognitive skill in adolescence.

#14

During middle adulthood, individuals are most likely to focus on which developmental task according to Erikson?

Generativity vs. Stagnation
Explanation

Primary psychosocial concern in this stage.

#15

What is a characteristic of social development during late adulthood?

Increase in wisdom and expertise
Explanation

Common social trait in elderly.

#16

What is a characteristic of cognitive development during early adulthood according to Piaget?

Formal operational thought
Explanation

High-level thinking capability.

#17

Which of the following is a milestone in physical development during late adulthood?

Decrease in muscle mass
Explanation

Typical physiological change in elderly.

Test Your Knowledge

Craft your ideal quiz experience by specifying the number of questions and the difficulty level you desire. Dive in and test your knowledge - we have the perfect quiz waiting for you!