Question 1

Which of the following is a developmental characteristic of toddlers?
A)They know many songs by heart.
B)They can concentrate on something for more than an hour.
C)They use invented spelling.
D)They engage in parallel play.

Accepted Answer

Toddlers typically engage in parallel play, playing independently next to each other without interacting directly. They do not yet have the social skills or attention span for cooperative play or group activities. Options A and C are more characteristic of preschool-aged children, while option B is not developmentally appropriate for toddlers as their attention span is still quite limited.

Question 2

Which of the following can be used for assessing not only the children's progress in the arts, but also the teacher's effectiveness?
A)checklists recording the number of times children chose to create in the arts area
B)photograph of children's work
C)portfolios of children's artwork
D)all of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the options mentioned can be used to assess both the children's progress in the arts and the teacher's effectiveness. Checklists can show engagement and interest levels, photographs can document the development of skills and creativity over time, and portfolios provide a comprehensive view of individual progress and learning.

Question 3

In Mrs.Whitney's first-grade class, all but five of the six-year-olds can sing in tune.This lack of ability to sing in tune reflects:
A)poor teaching on the teacher's part.
B)difficulty hearing.
C)singing not being a part of the students' cultural heritage.
D)normal differences in growth.

Accepted Answer

The question indicates that all but five of the six-year-olds can sing in tune which implies that some of them have the ability to sing in tune. This suggests that the lack of ability to sing in tune is likely due to normal differences in growth, as some children may develop the necessary skills earlier or later than others. It cannot be assumed that poor teaching, difficulty hearing, or cultural heritage are the reasons for the lack of ability to sing in tune, as no information is provided to support these options.

Question 4

What would be the best way to assess a child's interest in music?
A)Ask the child to perform on an instrument he or she has never seen before.
B)Ask the child's parents whether they have heard singing around the house.
C)Use a checklist to count the number of times the child visited the music center during free choice center time.
D)all of the above

Accepted Answer

Using a checklist to count the number of times a child visits the music center during free choice center time is a direct and non-intrusive way to observe the child's interest in music. It provides concrete evidence of the child's voluntary engagement with musical activities.

Question 5

Which of the following will influence a child's artistic performance?
A)experiencing a hurricane
B)the child's home culture
C)previous arts experiences
D)all of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the options listed can influence a child's artistic performance. Experiencing a hurricane or other traumatic events may affect a child's emotional state and therefore their artistic expression. A child's home culture may influence the type of art they create or their artistic style. Previous arts experiences can impact a child's development of skills and confidence in their abilities.

Question 6

Carla teaches a preschool class of three- and four-year-olds.Which of the following arts activities will be most suitable for the children in her class?
A)working in groups of ten to learn lines for a play
B)singing a song with harmonies
C)coloring pre-printed pictures for an hour
D)practicing keeping time using rhythm instruments

Accepted Answer

Three- and four-year-olds may have difficulty working in large groups or following complex instructions. Coloring pre-printed pictures for an hour may also be too long and repetitive for their attention span. Simple rhythm instruments, however, can be fun and engaging for young children and can help develop their sense of rhythm and coordination. Therefore, practicing keeping time using rhythm instruments (option D) would be the most suitable arts activity for Carla's preschool class.

Question 7

Which of the following would be the best way to assess how a child has improved in using clay?
A)Compare the child's clay work to pictures in a book about clay.
B)Write a note describing an interesting sculpture the child made.
C)Take a series of photographs showing clay sculptures the child made over the last three months.
D)Compare the child's work to that of other children.

Accepted Answer

Taking a series of photographs showing clay sculptures the child made over the last three months would be the best way to assess how a child's use of clay has improved. This allows for a clear comparison of progress over time and is a concrete way to measure improvement. Comparing the child's work to pictures in a book or to the work of other children may not be as accurate or meaningful. Writing a note describing an interesting sculpture the child made is subjective and doesn't provide enough evidence of overall improvement.

Question 8

Which of the following is characteristic of normative development in infants?
A)They explore with mouth, hands, and feet.
B)They can match pitch.
C)They make believe.
D)They play in cooperative groups.

Accepted Answer

Exploring with mouth, hands, and feet is a characteristic of normative development in infants. This behavior is often observed as infants learn about their environment and self-soothe through sensory experiences.

Answer: B, C, and D are not characteristics of normative development in infants.

B) Matching pitch is a developmental milestone that typically occurs in early childhood or later. 
C) Pretend play, or make-believe, typically develops around age 2 and is not characteristic of normative development in infants. 
D) Cooperative group play typically develops in later childhood and is not characteristic of normative development in infants.

Question 9

Which of the following is good advice for a teaching designing DAP arts activities for children?
A)Use a normative growth chart to select arts activities.
B)Expect children of the same age to produce very similar art.
C)Ignore unfinished work and praise finished work.
D)Use the four DAP filters when selecting arts activities.

Accepted Answer

Using the four DAP filters (developmentally appropriate, individually appropriate, culturally appropriate, and socially appropriate) when selecting arts activities ensures that the activities are appropriate for the children's developmental stage, individual needs, cultural background, and social context. This helps to create a positive learning experience and support children's overall development. The other choices are not good advice as normative growth charts may not reflect individual differences, expecting children of the same age to produce identical art ignores their individuality, and ignoring unfinished work may discourage children's creativity and perseverance.

Question 10

Which of the following factors would most influence children's artistic development in dance?
A)having a parent who is a dancer
B)watching dance programs on television
C)listening to dance music on the radio
D)having an ancestor who was a famous dancer

Accepted Answer

Having a parent who is a dancer would provide children with exposure to dance from a young age, access to resources such as dance classes and performances, and potentially a role model for pursuing dance as a passion. This would likely have the most significant impact on a child's artistic development in dance compared to the other options listed.

Question 11

Which of the following is an example of using a DAP filter?
A)The teacher checks all the supplies to make sure they are safe for three-year-olds.
B)The teacher hangs the children's work on the wall and gives each child a sticker.
C)The teacher records the children singing on a daily basis.
D)The teacher expresses surprise when a child scribbles all over the paper.

Accepted Answer

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Question 12

Which of the following statements about children's artistic development is true?
A)The more children can express their ideas and feelings in writing, the less interesting is the artwork they produce.
B)The more skilled children are at expressing themselves in speaking and writing, the more they can participate in complex arts activities.
C)Physical development is more important than experience in artistic development.
D)Children are born with innate artistic abilities that determine how skilled they become in the arts.

Accepted Answer

The ability to express oneself verbally and in writing allows children to participate in more complex arts activities as they are better able to understand and follow instructions. Physical development is important for fine motor skills needed in the arts, but it is not the most important factor. Innate abilities may play a role, but practice and exposure to different types of art are also important for artistic development. The idea that expressive writing makes artwork less interesting is not supported by research.

Question 13

Which of the following is a benefit of keeping a portfolio for each child?
A)Work can be saved and categorized.
B)It makes it easier to tell children's work apart.
C)It saves the hassle of sending work home every day.
D)It keeps parents from seeing the work too soon.

Accepted Answer

Keeping a portfolio for each child allows teachers and parents to save and categorize work, making it easier to track progress and identify areas for improvement.

Question 14

According to Piaget, practice play is when a child:
A)pretends one object is something else.
B)acts out a story she or he heard.
C)participates in a form of organized sport.
D)interacts with objects in repetitive ways.

Accepted Answer

According to Piaget, practice play is also known as functional play and involves repetitive interactions with objects to develop skills and understanding of their properties. Examples might include using blocks to build a tower or rolling a ball back and forth.

Question 15

Dan teaches a kindergarten class.Based on the work of Kindler and Darras, which of the following arts behaviors might he see?
A)everyone singing in tune
B)most children drawing random marks
C)some children making car sounds and pretending to drive cars
D)most children moving randomly when dance music is played

Accepted Answer

According to Kindler and Darras, young children often engage in pretend play and use imaginative play to explore their surroundings. Some children making car sounds and pretending to drive cars falls under this category of behavior. The other options do not necessarily align with the behaviors outlined in Kindler and Darras' work.

Question 16

Which of the following should NOT be included in a child's portfolio?
A)parent and teacher comments
B)photographs of work in progress
C)child's comments while creating
D)comparative works by peers

Accepted Answer

Comparative works by peers should not be included in a child's portfolio, as the portfolio should focus on the individual child's growth and progress rather than comparison to others.

Question 17

Which of the following would be a good way to help parents appreciate their child's art?
A)Hold an arts competition.
B)Tell the parents their child is a gifted artist.
C)Attach descriptive notes to creative work going home.
D)Display their child's work next to a less attractive project.

Accepted Answer

Attaching descriptive notes to creative work going home can help parents appreciate their child's art by providing insight into the techniques used, the inspiration behind it, and the effort put into creating the piece. This can help parents recognize and celebrate their child's talents and efforts. Holding an arts competition or telling the parents their child is gifted may lead to unnecessary pressure or over-expectations, while displaying their child's work next to a less attractive project may create negative comparisons and affect the child's self-esteem.

Question 18

An adult who scribbles a line on a scrap of paper before starting to draw with a new marker is exhibiting the same mode of artistic production as a child who is:
A)making shapes.
B)drawing a tree.
C)exploring a new medium.
D)humming while drawing.

Accepted Answer

Both the adult and child are exploring and testing out a new medium (the new marker for the adult, and drawing in general for the child). The scribble or initial shape is a way to get a feel for the medium and to loosen up before starting to create a more intentional drawing.

Question 19

Child development models help teachers:
A)set realistic expectations.
B)value art products more.
C)select arts activities that will help children perform more like adult artists.
D)deal with behavioral problems.

Accepted Answer

Child development models help teachers set realistic expectations by outlining typical milestones and stages of development for children, allowing teachers to tailor their instruction and activities to best support children's growth and learning. While models may indirectly inform how teachers approach behavioral problems, they are primarily focused on understanding and supporting children's development, rather than addressing behavioral challenges. They do not value art products more or guide teachers in selecting activities that will make children perform more like adult artists.

Question 20

All the following provide a systematic way of observing a child's growth in the arts EXCEPT:
A)keeping a checklist of the number of times the child chooses to create something.
B)making a portfolio of the child's work.
C)taking photographs of the child creating in the arts once a month.
D)jotting down brief notes when the child does something special.

Accepted Answer

Jotting down brief notes when the child does something special is not systematic as it is sporadic and not consistently applied like the other methods.

Quiz 3: Artistic Development

Which of the following is a developmental characteristic of toddlers?

Which of the following can be used for assessing not only the children's progress in the arts, but also the teacher's effectiveness?

In Mrs.Whitney's first-grade class, all but five of the six-year-olds can sing in tune.This lack of ability to sing in tune reflects:

What would be the best way to assess a child's interest in music?

Which of the following will influence a child's artistic performance?

Carla teaches a preschool class of three- and four-year-olds.Which of the following arts activities will be most suitable for the children in her class?

Which of the following would be the best way to assess how a child has improved in using clay?

Which of the following is characteristic of normative development in infants?

Which of the following is good advice for a teaching designing DAP arts activities for children?

Which of the following factors would most influence children's artistic development in dance?

Which of the following is an example of using a DAP filter?

Which of the following statements about children's artistic development is true?

Which of the following is a benefit of keeping a portfolio for each child?

According to Piaget, practice play is when a child:

Dan teaches a kindergarten class.Based on the work of Kindler and Darras, which of the following arts behaviors might he see?

Which of the following should NOT be included in a child's portfolio?

Which of the following would be a good way to help parents appreciate their child's art?

An adult who scribbles a line on a scrap of paper before starting to draw with a new marker is exhibiting the same mode of artistic production as a child who is:

Child development models help teachers:

All the following provide a systematic way of observing a child's growth in the arts EXCEPT: