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Which of the following is an example of a motor skill?

Crawling

Explanation

Motor skills involve physical movement and control.

At what age range does adolescence typically begin?

13-19 years

Explanation

Adolescence marks the transition from childhood to adulthood.

Which of the following is NOT a physical change associated with aging?

Increased bone density

Explanation

Aging typically involves decreased bone density.

What is the term for the period of prenatal development that occurs from conception until two weeks?

Germinal stage

Explanation

The germinal stage begins with fertilization.

Which of the following is NOT a cognitive milestone in infancy?

Walking

Explanation

Walking is a motor milestone, not a cognitive one.

During which stage of development do individuals experience significant physical and hormonal changes?

Puberty

Explanation

Puberty marks the transition to sexual maturity.

Which theorist is associated with the psychosocial stages of development?

Erik Erikson

Explanation

Erikson proposed eight stages of psychosocial development.

According to Piaget, which stage is characterized by egocentrism and lack of conservation?

Preoperational stage

Explanation

Piaget's preoperational stage occurs around ages 2 to 7.

Who proposed the theory of moral development, focusing on stages such as pre-conventional, conventional, and post-conventional?

Lawrence Kohlberg

Explanation

Kohlberg's theory describes moral reasoning across stages of life.

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What is the term for the psychological conflict of early adulthood according to Erik Erikson?

Intimacy vs. isolation

Explanation

Early adulthood involves forming intimate relationships.

#11

Who proposed the theory of socioemotional selectivity, suggesting that as people age, they become more selective about their social relationships?

Laura Carstensen

Explanation

Socioemotional selectivity theory highlights changes in social goals.

#12

What is the term for the concept of understanding that objects continue to exist even when they cannot be seen, heard, or touched?

Object permanence

Explanation

Object permanence is a key milestone in cognitive development.

#13

What is the term for the emotional bond that forms between an infant and their primary caregiver?

Secure attachment

Explanation

Secure attachment promotes emotional security and exploration.

#14

According to Kubler-Ross, which stage of grief involves attempting to negotiate or make deals to avoid the inevitable?

Bargaining

Explanation

Bargaining is a common response to impending loss.

#15

According to Erik Erikson, what is the primary psychosocial task of middle adulthood?

Generativity vs. stagnation

Explanation

Middle adulthood involves contributing to future generations.

#16

Which theorist proposed the concept of the zone of proximal development?

Lev Vygotsky

Explanation

Vygotsky emphasized the importance of social interaction in learning.

#17

According to Erik Erikson, what is the psychosocial conflict of infancy?

Trust vs. mistrust

Explanation

Infants develop trust when caregivers meet their needs consistently.

Lifespan Development Quiz

Which of the following is an example of a motor skill?

At what age range does adolescence typically begin?

Which of the following is NOT a physical change associated with aging?

What is the term for the period of prenatal development that occurs from conception until two weeks?

Which of the following is NOT a cognitive milestone in infancy?

During which stage of development do individuals experience significant physical and hormonal changes?

Which theorist is associated with the psychosocial stages of development?

According to Piaget, which stage is characterized by egocentrism and lack of conservation?

Who proposed the theory of moral development, focusing on stages such as pre-conventional, conventional, and post-conventional?

What is the term for the psychological conflict of early adulthood according to Erik Erikson?

Who proposed the theory of socioemotional selectivity, suggesting that as people age, they become more selective about their social relationships?

What is the term for the concept of understanding that objects continue to exist even when they cannot be seen, heard, or touched?

What is the term for the emotional bond that forms between an infant and their primary caregiver?

According to Kubler-Ross, which stage of grief involves attempting to negotiate or make deals to avoid the inevitable?

According to Erik Erikson, what is the primary psychosocial task of middle adulthood?

Which theorist proposed the concept of the zone of proximal development?

According to Erik Erikson, what is the psychosocial conflict of infancy?

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