CCP Child Growth and Development 2

Question 1

A 2-year-old insists on doing everything 'by myself.' This behavior best reflects which developmental stage according to Erikson?

Accepted Answer

Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt

Answer

Erikson's Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt stage (ages 1–3) is characterized by toddlers asserting independence and self-control.

Question 2

Which theorist described the 'zone of proximal development' (ZPD) as the gap between what a child can do alone versus with guidance?

Accepted Answer

Lev Vygotsky

Answer

Lev Vygotsky introduced the ZPD to describe tasks a child cannot yet do alone but can accomplish with adult or peer support.

Question 3

A 4-year-old creates an elaborate story about why the sun goes to sleep. This is an example of which Piagetian concept?

Accepted Answer

Animism

Answer

Animism is the preoperational belief that inanimate objects have human-like qualities such as feelings or intentions.

Question 4

Fine motor development in early childhood is best supported by which activity?

Accepted Answer

Threading large beads onto a string

Answer

Threading beads requires precise finger control and hand-eye coordination, directly building fine motor skills.

Question 5

Which milestone is typically expected of a child by 18 months of age?

Accepted Answer

Walks independently

Answer

By 18 months, most children are walking independently, which is a key gross motor milestone for that age.

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