Question 1

Which of the following best describes the concept of 'lateralization' in early childhood brain development?

Accepted Answer

The specialization of the left and right hemispheres of the brain for different functions.

Question 2

A 4-year-old child insists that a tall, thin glass contains more juice than a short, wide glass, even though both have the same amount. According to Piaget, this is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Centration

Question 3

Which of the following is a recommended strategy for caregivers to help a picky 3-year-old try new foods, according to Canada's Food Guide?

Accepted Answer

Involve the child in meal preparation in a positive and age-appropriate way.

Question 4

Which brain structure's myelinization is most closely associated with improvements in attention and concentration during early childhood?

Accepted Answer

Reticular formation

Question 5

A child who understands that another person can hold a false belief about a situation has developed which cognitive milestone?

Accepted Answer

Theory of mind

Question 6

Which of the following best describes the 'reaction range' concept in intelligence?

Accepted Answer

A range between upper and lower boundaries for traits such as intelligence, established by genes, with environment determining where within those limits one will fall.

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Piaget’s preoperational stage?

Accepted Answer

Logical thinking about abstract concepts

Question 8

A preschooler uses the word 'runned' instead of 'ran.' This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Overregularization

Question 9

Which of the following is a key finding regarding the effectiveness of early enrichment programs such as Indigenous Head Start?

Accepted Answer

They result in better school readiness, higher graduation rates, and improved health outcomes.

Question 10

Which of the following statements about handedness is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Right-handedness is a dominant gene and typically develops between ages 2 and 6.

Question 11

A child who can classify objects first by shape and then by color after being taught a two-step strategy is demonstrating improvement in which cognitive ability?

Accepted Answer

Matrix classification

Question 12

Which of the following is a limitation of traditional IQ tests as discussed in the study materials?

Accepted Answer

They do not measure several skills important for getting along in the world and may be culturally biased.

Question 13

Which of the following is an example of a 'toxic stress response' in early childhood?

Accepted Answer

Persistently elevated physiological arousal caused by strong, recurring adversity, leading to lifelong impairments.

Question 14

According to Vygotsky, which stage is characterized by the use of language as a guide to solve problems, which later becomes internalized?

Accepted Answer

Egocentric speech stage

Question 15

Which of the following best describes 'fast-mapping' in language development?

Accepted Answer

The ability to categorically link new words to real-world referents after minimal exposure.

Question 16

Which of the following is a recommended preventative measure for reducing unintentional injuries in young children?

Accepted Answer

Active, attentive supervision and removing home hazards.

Question 17

Which of the following is TRUE about the development of phonological awareness?

Accepted Answer

It primarily develops through word play and shared reading.

Question 18

Which of the following is a risk factor for adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) according to the study materials?

Accepted Answer

Parental history of abuse, household stresses, and lack of social supports.

Question 19

Which of the following statements about obesity in Canadian children is accurate?

Accepted Answer

Obesogenic environments contribute to higher rates of obesity.

Question 20

Which of the following best describes the 'false belief principle'?

Accepted Answer

The ability to recognize that others can hold beliefs about the world that are incorrect.

Physical and Cognitive Development in Early Childhood CH. 7

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