FCC FCC Child Development 2

Question 1

A 9-month-old in your family child care home cries and looks for you when you leave the room. This behavior is a sign of what typical development?

Accepted Answer

Separation anxiety and attachment

Answer

Separation anxiety around 8-10 months reflects healthy attachment to a primary caregiver.

Question 2

Which activity best supports fine motor development in a 2-year-old?

Accepted Answer

Stacking large blocks and scribbling with crayons

Answer

Stacking blocks and scribbling strengthen the small hand muscles used for fine motor skills.

Question 3

According to Erikson, an infant who is consistently fed, comforted, and cared for is likely to develop which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Trust

Answer

Erikson's first stage, trust versus mistrust, is resolved positively through consistent, responsive care.

Question 4

A mixed-age group is common in family child care. What is a key developmental benefit for older children in this setting?

Accepted Answer

They practice leadership and nurturing by helping younger children

Answer

Older children build leadership, empathy, and responsibility by modeling and helping younger peers.

Question 5

A toddler repeatedly says 'no' and wants to do things independently. Which developmental stage explains this?

Accepted Answer

Autonomy versus shame and doubt

Answer

Toddlers assert independence during Erikson's autonomy versus shame and doubt stage.

Family Child Care (FCC) Practice Test