ALT Child and Adolescent Development 5

Question 1

Which stage of Erikson's model is most relevant to elementary-aged children (ages 6–11) and involves developing competence through learning and doing?

Accepted Answer

Industry vs. Inferiority

Answer

Industry vs. Inferiority is Erikson's fourth stage, where school-age children strive to master academic and social skills, developing either competence or feelings of inadequacy.

Question 2

The phenomenon where early-maturing girls are at greater risk for anxiety, depression, and risky behavior compared to on-time peers is best explained by:

Accepted Answer

Biological puberty arriving before emotional and social readiness

Answer

Early-maturing girls face social and emotional challenges because their physical development outpaces their psychological readiness, exposing them to older peer pressures.

Question 3

Which of the following statements best describes the difference between growth and development?

Accepted Answer

Growth refers to quantitative physical changes; development refers to qualitative, functional changes

Answer

Growth refers to measurable physical increases (height, weight), while development encompasses qualitative changes in function, skill, and complexity.

Question 4

A student with a secure attachment history is MOST likely to demonstrate which behavior in a classroom setting?

Accepted Answer

Willingness to explore, take risks, and seek adult help when needed

Answer

Secure attachment provides a stable base from which children confidently explore, take academic risks, and use adults as resources when challenged.

Question 5

Piaget's concept of 'accommodation' refers to:

Accepted Answer

Modifying existing schemas to incorporate new information that does not fit

Answer

Accommodation occurs when a child changes or creates a new schema to account for information that cannot be assimilated into existing knowledge structures.

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ALT Child and Adolescent Development 5