Question 1

The preschool years,from age two to age six,include which two of Erikson's stages of development?

Accepted Answer

The two stages of Erikson's development theory that fall within the preschool years are autonomy versus shame and doubt (ages 2-3) and initiative versus guilt (ages 3-6). These stages focus on children learning to develop a sense of independence and self-control, while also exploring and expanding their capabilities within their environment.

Question 2

Which of the following abilities initiates the Eriksonian crisis of initiative versus guilt?

Accepted Answer

The ability to plan initiates the Eriksonian crisis of initiative versus guilt. According to Erikson, during the ages of 3-6 years, children develop the ability to plan, organize, and initiate activities. These abilities contribute to their sense of autonomy and independence, but if they are not successful, they may feel guilty and lack self-confidence. This represents the crisis of initiative versus guilt, which is a key challenge in Erikson's theory of psychosocial development.

Question 3

According to Li-Grining,how do children learn impulse control?

Accepted Answer

Li-Grining suggests that children learn impulse control through social interactions that provide both positive reinforcement and negative punishment. This means that when children exhibit self-control and resist impulsive behavior, they receive positive feedback and rewards, such as praise or recognition from peers. On the other hand, when they act impulsively or fail to control their impulses, they may experience negative consequences or punishments, such as a loss of privileges or social disapproval. Over time, these social interactions help children develop and internalize impulse control as a key aspect of appropriate behavior.

Question 4

By what age do children generally believe that it is more wrong for a child to hit another person than to forget to say "please"?

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Question 5

Which of the following is an example of a social convention?

Accepted Answer

Social conventions are established norms or rules of behavior that are followed in a society. Holding a door open for a stranger is an example of a social convention as it is a common practice that is considered polite and respectful in many cultures.

Answer: B
 Pulling over when an ambulance with its sirens on is behind you is also an example of a social convention. It is an established practice for drivers to give way to emergency vehicles with sirens or flashing lights to allow them to pass quickly and safely.

Answer: C and D are not examples of social conventions.
 Not returning borrowed items or stealing are violations of social norms and rules, rather than following them.

Question 6

What is the term that describes a child's ability to cheer themselves up when they are sad or calm themselves when they are angry?

Accepted Answer

Emotional regulation refers to the ability to manage and control one's emotions, including being able to cheer oneself up when sad or calm oneself when angry. Impulse control is related, but it specifically refers to the ability to resist acting on immediate impulses. Self-categorization and social inhibition are not related to this concept.

Question 7

As the categorical self and the emotional self mature,what new component of self-concept is likely to develop?

Accepted Answer

The social self develops as individuals mature and begin to understand their roles and identities within the context of their social interactions and relationships. This component of self-concept reflects how we see ourselves in relation to others and is influenced by our interactions and the feedback we receive from the social environment.

Question 8

Children who are able to classify other people into groups such as "people who are nice" and "people who are mean" are demonstrating which of the following?

Accepted Answer

This is a demonstration of person perception, the ability to classify individuals based on their characteristics or behaviors. Reciprocity of relationships and egocentrism do not apply as they refer to different concepts, while perception-bound thought is not relevant to this context.

Question 9

Which of the following is a central theme that emerges from both Freud's and Erikson's view of development during the preschool period?

Accepted Answer

Both Freud and Erikson believed that during the preschool years, children are striving for autonomy while simultaneously needing protection from their parents. They emphasized the importance of the family environment in supporting children's healthy development and addressing conflicts that may arise during this stage.

Question 10

In early childhood,what characterizes the development of the emotional self?

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Question 11

Tyler saw that his mother was upset.He toddled over to her and tried to hand her his bottle,as if to comfort her.Hoffman would say that Tyler is demonstrating which of the following?

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Question 12

According to your text,individuals are more likely to remember faces of people of their own race than those of a different race.This demonstrates which of the following principles?

Accepted Answer

The phenomenon described in the text is known as the cross-race effect, or the own-race bias, where people are better at recognizing and remembering faces of individuals from their own race as compared to individuals from a different race. This effect has been demonstrated in multiple studies and is thought to result from a lack of experience in perceiving facial features that differ from one's own race. The choices of racial stereotyping and racial bias are not accurate as they imply deliberate negative beliefs or attitudes about a certain race, whereas the cross-race effect is a cognitive phenomenon that can affect individuals of any race. Cross-racial bias effect is not a widely used term in the scientific literature.

Question 13

On which two factors do young children rely as they categorize or classify other people?

Accepted Answer

Young children rely on their most recent interactions with the person and the other person's observable characteristics to categorize or classify other people. They use features such as age, gender, race, and physical appearance, as well as behavioral cues like facial expressions and speech patterns, to form impressions and categorize people into groups.

Answer: D 
 In addition to relying on their own powers of observation, young children also classify and categorize other people based on their previous social experiences with similar people. For example, if they have had positive experiences with people who share similar physical characteristics or behaviors, they may categorize a new person with similar characteristics in a similar way.

Question 14

According to Erikson,a preschooler's development is centered on

Accepted Answer

Erikson believed that during the preschool years, children are focused on developing a sense of autonomy, which is centered around their new mobility and desire to explore their surroundings independently. Their physical development, including improved manipulative and locomotor skills, is part of this process but is not the central focus. Identification with the mother and competition for the father (choice B) is a Freudian concept that Erikson did not emphasize. Increased operational efficiency and cognitive short-term storage space (choice D) are concepts more closely associated with Piaget's cognitive developmental theory rather than Erikson's psychosocial theory.

Question 15

Which of the following best summarizes young children's understanding of intentions?

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that young children have a basic understanding of intentions, but their ability to base judgment on intentions is limited. Piaget's theory has been challenged by research showing that young children are capable of understanding intentions to some extent. However, their understanding of intentions is not fully developed and they may not always make accurate judgments based on intentions. Option A is too strong in stating that young children can accurately decide how a wrong-doer should be punished, and option B is incorrect based on current research.

Question 16

Freud's view of children's development during the preschool years focuses on which two stages?

Accepted Answer

Freud's theory of psychosexual development posits that during the preschool years, children are in the anal and phallic stages. The anal stage typically occurs from ages 1 to 3, focusing on controlling bladder and bowel movements, while the phallic stage, occurring from ages 3 to 6, centers on the genitals and the differences between males and females.

Question 17

Tommy is a difficult child.How is this likely to influence Tommy's social relationships?

Accepted Answer

Difficult children are known to struggle with forming close relationships with others due to their behavior and attitude. This may cause peers to avoid or reject them in social situations, leading to social isolation and loneliness. Additionally, difficult children may struggle to trust others and have difficulty with emotional regulation, making it challenging to build relationships with peers. However, this does not necessarily mean that Tommy will develop antisocial personality disorder, as personality disorders typically require a long-term pattern of behavior and experiences beyond just being a difficult child.

Question 18

According to Freud,the development of the anal stage occurs between what ages in children?

Accepted Answer

According to Freud's theory of psychosexual development, the anal stage occurs during the ages of 1 to 3 years in children. During this stage, children derive pleasure from the sensations of eliminating and controlling their bowels. The successful resolution of this stage involves the development of healthy toilet training habits and the ability to balance self-control and autonomy. Failure to successfully resolve this stage can lead to issues with anal fixation or the development of anal retentive or expulsive personalities.

Question 19

The authors of your text describe the period of early childhood in terms of which of the following?

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Question 20

What is Hoffman's first stage of empathy development,which is characterized by an infant matching the strong emotion of another?

Accepted Answer

Global empathy is the first stage where infants respond to others' emotions without distinguishing between their own feelings and those of others.

Quiz 8: Social and Personality Development in Early Childhood