Question 1

How do the rates of computer and internet use compare for boys and girls?

Accepted Answer

The rates of computer and internet use for boys and girls are nearly identical, showing that access to and usage of technology is quite similar across genders in many contexts.

Question 2

In Bandura's social-cognitive theory,each component is influenced by the other two.The term for this is ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In Bandura's social-cognitive theory,each component is influenced...

Question 3

Which of the following is one of the factors listed in your text that can help protect a child from the effects of a stressful environment?

Accepted Answer

Providing intellectually stimulating toys and activities in the home can help protect a child from the effects of a stressful environment. This can promote cognitive development and provide a sense of stability and normalcy for the child. The other options, such as average IQ, passive or authoritarian parenting, do not directly address protective factors for a child in a stressful environment.

Question 4

Which of the following would most likely be a resilient child?

Accepted Answer

Resilience is the ability to overcome adversity and adapt to difficult situations. A child living in an impoverished neighborhood and unable to go to school (A) faces significant challenges that may make it difficult for them to be resilient. Similarly, a child growing up in an urban environment with gang activity and alcoholic parents (D) may have limited access to supportive resources that could help them overcome adverse circumstances. The child who has a good home environment but is bullied at school (C) faces challenges, but may still have access to supportive adults and resources that can help them cope. However, the child who lives in a neglectful environment but has the support of teachers and extended family (B) has both protective factors and supportive resources, which can help them build resilience and overcome adversity.

Question 5

Cindy enjoys playing violent video games.Which of the following might you predict about Cindy's behavior in general?

Accepted Answer

Cindy's preference for violent video games may indicate that she differs from other girls in terms of physical aggression and preference for violent content, as these are typically more associated with boys.

Question 6

Which of the following statements explains the typical ways poverty impacts children?

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that children raised in poverty are more likely to exhibit behavior problems in school, which can lead to academic struggles and lower academic achievement. Poverty can also impact a child's emotional and social development, as well as their physical health and access to adequate healthcare. While inadequate housing and mobility challenges can also be factors, they are not as commonly reported as behavior and academic challenges.

Question 7

Many children who grow up in neighborhoods with street violence,gang activity,and overcrowded homes suffer from which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Children who grow up in neighborhoods with street violence, gang activity, and overcrowded homes are at risk of developing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) due to their exposure to traumatic events. PTSD is a mental health condition that can affect individuals who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic event. Symptoms include flashbacks, nightmares, and avoidance behavior.

Question 8

Which of the following statements is accurate regarding the effects of television on children?

Accepted Answer

While having no television at all may not be a practical solution for many families, research has shown that quality educational programming can have a positive effect on children's learning and development. However, it is important to note that children may not always be interested in watching such programming and may still be influenced by advertisements and programs that depict violence and aggression. Therefore, it is important for parents to be selective and monitor their children's television consumption. Option A is too extreme and not practical for most families. Option B is inaccurate as advertisements on television can indeed influence children's food preferences. Option C is also inaccurate as research has shown a correlation between exposure to violent media and increased aggressive behavior in children.

Question 9

Your text suggests a reason why parents living in poverty are more likely to be stricter and place more emphasis on obedience.What is that reason?

Accepted Answer

The text suggests that parents living in poverty are more likely to be stricter and place more emphasis on obedience because they are living in neighborhoods that may pose danger, and they want to keep their children safe by enforcing obedience.

Question 10

Self-perceived ________ is the overarching theme of social and personality development in middle childhood.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Self-perceived ________ is the overarching theme of...

Question 11

Younger children spend the most time on computers doing which of the following activities?

Accepted Answer

According to research, younger children (ages 2-11) spend the most time on computers playing games.

Question 12

Children in the 11- to 14-year-old age group spend the most time on computers doing which of the following activities?

Accepted Answer

Children in the 11- to 14-year-old age group spend the most time on computers social networking with friends.

Question 13

Which of the following is the developmentalist term for children who develop problems as a result of living in poverty?

Accepted Answer

The term for children who develop problems as a result of living in poverty is "vulnerable children." This refers to children who are at an increased risk for negative outcomes due to factors such as low socioeconomic status, inadequate nutrition and healthcare, and exposure to violence and stress. Authoritarian children refers to a parenting style characterized by strict rules and harsh punishments. Posttraumatic children would refer to children who have experienced a traumatic event. Resilient children refers to children who are able to overcome adversity and bounce back from difficult situations.

Question 14

Which researcher(s)conducted the "Bobo doll" studies to evaluate the effects of observing aggressive behavior on children?

Accepted Answer

The "Bobo doll" studies were conducted by psychologist Albert Bandura in the 1960s to investigate the impact of observing aggressive behavior on children.

Question 15

According to 2010 statistics,approximately what percentage of school-aged children in the United States has access to the internet?

Accepted Answer

According to 2010 statistics, approximately 85% of school-aged children in the United States had access to the internet. This percentage has likely increased in the years since then.

Question 16

A ________ is a stable pattern of responding to situations.

Accepted Answer

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Question 17

Which of the following statements is accurate regarding children and internet access?

Accepted Answer

Multiple studies have shown that there is no significant gender difference in computer and internet use among school-age children. However, studies have found differences in internet use based on race/ethnicity and socioeconomic status. White children tend to have higher rates of internet access compared to African American and Hispanic American children, but this does not necessarily correlate with more time spent online.

Question 18

Middle childhood is the time to resolve the crisis of ________ vs.________ according to Erikson.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Middle childhood is the time to resolve...

Question 19

During middle childhood,a new component of the self is added to the categorical,social,and emotional selves.This new component includes things like personality traits and is called the ________.

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

Which of the following is a descriptive characteristic of American children who are most likely to live in poverty?

Accepted Answer

Research shows that children living in single-mother families are at higher risk of living in poverty in the United States. Age, ethnicity, and parents' age are not significant factors that predict poverty in children.

Quiz 10: Social and Personality Development in Middle Childhood