CPCE Human Growth and Development 5

Question 1

According to Levinson's theory of adult development, the 'midlife transition' typically occurs around which age range?

Accepted Answer

40–45

Answer

Levinson identified the midlife transition as occurring roughly between ages 40 and 45, often prompting a reappraisal of one's life structure and goals.

Question 2

A child who fears the dark and believes the shadow on the wall is a monster is exhibiting which Piagetian characteristic of preoperational thought?

Accepted Answer

Animism

Answer

Animism is the preoperational tendency to attribute life and intentional qualities to inanimate objects or phenomena.

Question 3

In Maslow's hierarchy of needs, 'esteem needs' encompass:

Accepted Answer

Self-respect, achievement, and recognition from others

Answer

Esteem needs (the fourth level) include both the desire for self-respect and achievement and the need for recognition and respect from others.

Question 4

Which of the following statements best describes the concept of 'epigenetics' in the context of human development?

Accepted Answer

Environmental experiences can alter gene expression without changing the DNA sequence

Answer

Epigenetics studies how environmental factors can switch genes on or off, influencing development without altering the underlying DNA sequence.

Question 5

Kübler-Ross identified five stages of grief (denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance). Contemporary grief researchers emphasize that these stages:

Accepted Answer

Represent common experiences but are not linear or universal for all grievers

Answer

Modern grief research indicates that Kübler-Ross's stages are not prescriptive or universal; people grieve in highly individual, non-linear ways.

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CPCE Human Growth and Development 5