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According to Piaget's theory of cognitive development, which stage occurs during infancy?

Sensorimotor stage

Explanation

Infants understand the world through sensory experiences and motor actions.

Who proposed the socio-cultural theory of cognitive development?

Lev Vygotsky

Explanation

Emphasizes the role of social interactions in cognitive development.

Which of the following is NOT one of the four parenting styles proposed by Diana Baumrind?

Democratic

Explanation

Democratic style is not among Baumrind's identified parenting styles.

What does the term 'critical period' refer to in child development?

A specific period when certain experiences must occur for development to proceed normally

Explanation

Crucial time frame for certain developmental milestones.

Which theorist is associated with the concept of the 'zone of proximal development'?

Lev Vygotsky

Explanation

Range of tasks a child can perform with assistance but not independently.

What does the term 'temperament' refer to in the context of child development?

Biologically based tendencies to respond to certain situations in similar ways

Explanation

Innate behavioral and emotional traits.

Which of the following is NOT one of the stages of prenatal development?

Neonatal stage

Explanation

Neonatal stage occurs after birth, not during prenatal development.

Which principle of development emphasizes that development is influenced by multiple factors interacting simultaneously?

Multifacetedness

Explanation

Developmental processes are complex and influenced by various factors.

What is the concept of scaffolding primarily associated with in child development?

Vygotsky's socio-cultural theory

Explanation

Supporting a child's learning through guidance and assistance.

#10

Which of the following is a key concept in Bronfenbrenner's ecological systems theory?

Microsystem

Explanation

Immediate environments influencing development.

#11

According to attachment theory, what is the term for the tendency of infants to seek closeness to their caregiver and feel more secure when they are near them?

Secure attachment

Explanation

Bonding with primary caregivers fosters a sense of security.

#12

According to Kohlberg's theory of moral development, at what stage do individuals act in accordance with their own internalized ethical principles, regardless of external laws and rules?

Postconventional level

Explanation

Moral judgments based on personal principles rather than societal norms.

#13

What is the term for the process by which individuals maintain a balance between their internal psychological needs and the demands of their external environment?

Equilibration

Explanation

Achieving cognitive balance by adapting to new information.

#14

In Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, what is the primary crisis during the stage of early adulthood?

Intimacy vs. Isolation

Explanation

Balancing the need for intimacy and connection with the desire for independence.

#15

According to Erik Erikson's theory, what is the primary task during the stage of adolescence?

Identity vs. Role Confusion

Explanation

Establishing a sense of self and personal identity.

#16

What does the term 'theory of mind' refer to in the context of child development?

The ability to understand the thoughts and emotions of others

Explanation

Understanding that others have thoughts, beliefs, and perspectives different from one's own.

#17

Who proposed the theory of psychosocial development, which includes stages such as trust vs. mistrust and intimacy vs. isolation?

Erik Erikson

Explanation

Psychological development influenced by social interactions and conflicts.

#18

According to Bandura's social cognitive theory, what term refers to the belief in one's capabilities to organize and execute courses of action required to attain designated types of performances?

Self-efficacy

Explanation

Confidence in one's ability to achieve goals.

#19

According to Jean Piaget, what is the term for the process by which new experiences are reinterpreted to fit into existing mental structures?

Assimilation

Explanation

Incorporating new information into existing cognitive frameworks.

Theoretical Perspectives and Principles in Child Development Quiz

According to Piaget's theory of cognitive development, which stage occurs during infancy?

Who proposed the socio-cultural theory of cognitive development?

Which of the following is NOT one of the four parenting styles proposed by Diana Baumrind?

What does the term 'critical period' refer to in child development?

Which theorist is associated with the concept of the 'zone of proximal development'?

What does the term 'temperament' refer to in the context of child development?

Which of the following is NOT one of the stages of prenatal development?

Which principle of development emphasizes that development is influenced by multiple factors interacting simultaneously?

What is the concept of scaffolding primarily associated with in child development?

Which of the following is a key concept in Bronfenbrenner's ecological systems theory?

According to attachment theory, what is the term for the tendency of infants to seek closeness to their caregiver and feel more secure when they are near them?

According to Kohlberg's theory of moral development, at what stage do individuals act in accordance with their own internalized ethical principles, regardless of external laws and rules?

What is the term for the process by which individuals maintain a balance between their internal psychological needs and the demands of their external environment?

In Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, what is the primary crisis during the stage of early adulthood?

According to Erik Erikson's theory, what is the primary task during the stage of adolescence?

What does the term 'theory of mind' refer to in the context of child development?

Who proposed the theory of psychosocial development, which includes stages such as trust vs. mistrust and intimacy vs. isolation?

According to Bandura's social cognitive theory, what term refers to the belief in one's capabilities to organize and execute courses of action required to attain designated types of performances?

According to Jean Piaget, what is the term for the process by which new experiences are reinterpreted to fit into existing mental structures?

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