Question 1

Placement of markings on the paper like a zigzag or vertical line is an important characteristic of the _____ stage of artistic development.

Accepted Answer

Markings such as zigzag or vertical lines are typical of the scribble stage of artistic development, which occurs in early childhood between the ages of 2 and 4. This stage is characterized by random, uncontrolled marks or scribbles made by children as they explore different materials and experiment with the act of making marks on paper. The design stage (choice A) comes next, followed by the pictorial stage (choice C) and then the shape stage (choice D).

Question 2

Ninety-four percent of deaths in children younger than 5 occur in what continent?

Accepted Answer

According to data from UNICEF, 94% of deaths in children under 5 occur in Africa.

Question 3

Which of the following statements regarding handedness is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

Scientific evidence does not provide many reasons for favoring right-handedness, as both left- and right-handed individuals can be equally successful and capable in many different tasks and activities. Additionally, society should not favor one hand over the other, as left-handed individuals should have the same opportunities and accommodations as those who are right-handed.

Question 4

Most 3-year-olds can

Accepted Answer

Most 3-year-olds can walk in a straight line and jump a short distance. While some children may develop advanced gross motor skills at an early age, it is not typical for a 3-year-old to be able to make a running jump of 36 inches or more, hop four to six steps on one foot, or start, turn, and stop effectively in games.

Question 5

Nearly _______ percent of deaths of children under the age of 15 occur before a child is 5 years old.

Accepted Answer

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), nearly 50% of deaths of children under the age of 15 occur before a child is 5 years old, which means that approximately 90% of child deaths occur in this age group.

Question 6

Paulina and her husband,Gary,are having fun watching the progression of their daughter's artwork through the four stages of artistic development.These four stages,in order,are

Accepted Answer

According to the text, the four stages of artistic development are listed as "scribble, shape, design, and pictorial" in order. Therefore, choice D is the correct answer.

Question 7

In his drawings,Len no longer makes scribbles on the paper and has just started to make identifiable squares and circles.According to Kellogg,what stage of artistic development is Len displaying?

Accepted Answer

Len is showing the shape stage of artistic development where he is able to create identifiable shapes like squares and circles.

Question 8

Given the increased concern about obesity,many parents want to start their young children in sports to get them moving.According to your textbook,what is the youngest age at which parents should encourage their children to participate in an organized sport such as soccer or baseball?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Given the increased concern about obesity,many parents...

Question 9

The most deadly disease for children under the age of 5 worldwide is

Accepted Answer

Pneumonia is the leading cause of death among children under five years old worldwide, accounting for approximately 15% of all deaths in this age group.

Question 10

Which of the following statements about handedness s is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following statements about handedness...

Question 11

Worldwide,four major causes of death account for more than half of deaths in children younger than 5.Which is NOT one of these causes?

Accepted Answer

The four major causes of death in children under 5 are pneumonia, diarrhea, malaria, and malnutrition. Tetanus is not one of the top four causes of death in this age group.

Question 12

When considering organized sports for children younger than age 6,parents and teachers should keep in mind that

Accepted Answer

While some children may enjoy and benefit from participating in organized sports at a young age, it is important to keep in mind that it can also lead to feelings of frustration, pressure to perform, and overemphasis on winning rather than having fun and developing skills. It is important to consider the individual child's interests, abilities, and developmental readiness before enrolling them in organized sports.

Question 13

Parents find themselves inundated with information regarding the health and safety of their children.Which of the following statements regarding early childhood is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Parents find themselves inundated with information regarding...

Question 14

In the _____ stage of artistic development,children combine basic shapes into more complex designs.

Accepted Answer

In the design stage, children begin to combine basic shapes into more complex designs, moving beyond simple shapes to create more detailed and structured compositions.

Question 15

According to Kellogg,2-year-old Lucille's artwork that adorns the refrigerator is best characterized as

Accepted Answer

At the age of 2, children's drawings are usually characterized as scribbling, which is a typical stage of child development. The child is still exploring how to control their hand movements and does not have a specific intention in mind when drawing. Therefore, choice A is the best answer.

Question 16

A clear preference for handedness is usually evident by _____ months of age.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A clear preference for handedness is usually...

Question 17

Ayahs can dress herself with help,cut along a line,draw a fairly complete person,and fold paper into a double triangle.Given your knowledge of average fine motor skill development in early childhood,how old is Ayahs?

Accepted Answer

Cutting along a line, drawing a complete person, and folding paper into a double triangle are skills that are typically developed around the age of 4. Although Ayahs can dress herself with help, this skill can be developed earlier, around the age of 2 to 3.

Question 18

Which statement about handedness is correct?

Accepted Answer

There is no single gene responsible for handedness. However, research suggests that several genetic factors combined with environmental influences contribute to handedness. The statement about a single gene for right-handedness is incorrect, making it the right choice in the context of the question, which asks for the correct statement about handedness. The other options are misconceptions or incorrect statements about handedness.

Question 19

As preschoolers develop gross and fine motor skills,they continually merge abilities they already have with those that they are acquiring in order to produce more complex abilities.Such combinations of skills are known as

Accepted Answer

The combinations of skills that preschoolers use to produce more complex abilities are known as "systems of action." This term describes the way that different motor skills are combined into more complex actions. Choices A, C, and D are related to Piaget's theory of cognitive development and do not accurately describe the combination of motor skills in young children.

Question 20

Excessive weight gain during early childhood is a result of

Accepted Answer

Excessive weight gain during early childhood can be a result of multiple factors such as high caloric intake, lack of exercise, and genetic disposition. Therefore, the best choice would be D, which includes all of these factors.

Quiz 9: Physical Development and Health in Early Childhood