PECT Child Development & Learning 2

Question 1

According to Piaget, a child in the preoperational stage (ages 2-7) typically struggles with which concept?

Accepted Answer

Conservation

Answer

Conservation, understanding that quantity stays the same despite changes in shape, is not yet mastered in the preoperational stage.

Question 2

Vygotsky's 'zone of proximal development' refers to the gap between what a child can do independently and what they can do:

Accepted Answer

With guidance from a more skilled person

Answer

The ZPD is the range of tasks a learner can accomplish with support from a more knowledgeable other.

Question 3

A kindergarten teacher uses scaffolding when she:

Accepted Answer

Provides temporary support and gradually removes it as the child gains skill

Answer

Scaffolding gives just enough support, then fades it as competence increases.

Question 4

Erik Erikson's stage for early childhood (ages 3-5) centers on the conflict of:

Accepted Answer

Initiative vs. guilt

Answer

During the preschool years children develop initiative by planning and carrying out activities.

Question 5

Which is the best example of gross motor development in a 4-year-old?

Accepted Answer

Hopping on one foot

Answer

Hopping uses large muscle groups, which defines gross motor skills.

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