,1. Question: Which of the following is most consistent
with Vygotsky's theory of cognitive development?
- A) Fixed stages of development
- B) Culture and language play a crucial role
- C) Inherent biological maturation
- D) Reinforcement and punishment
Answer: B) Culture and language play a crucial role
Rationale: Vygotsky emphasized the sociocultural
context and the role of language in cognitive development,
differing from stage theories like Piaget's.
2. Question: Which phase of Erik Erikson's psychosocial
development is associated with the development of trust in
infancy?
- A) Autonomy vs. Shame
- B) Industry vs. Inferiority
- C) Trust vs. Mistrust
- D) Initiative vs. Guilt
Answer: C) Trust vs. Mistrust
Rationale: This is the first stage of Erikson's
psychosocial development, focusing on the infant's basic
needs being met by caregivers.
Answer: B) Avoidant
Rationale: Avoidant attachment is marked by a lack of
attachment behaviors during separation and reunion.
4. Question: Which of the following is a critical aspect of
the preoperational stage in Piaget's theory?
- A) Abstract thought
- B) Logical reasoning
- C) Egocentrism
- D) Conservation understanding
Answer: C) Egocentrism
Rationale: In the preoperational stage, children struggle
to see perspectives other than their own, a phenomenon
known as egocentrism.
5. Question: Kohlberg's theory of moral development is
primarily concerned with:
- A) Emotional intelligence
- B) Behavioral conditioning
- C) Stages of moral reasoning
- D) Cognitive dissonance
Answer: C) Stages of moral reasoning
Rationale: Kohlberg proposed a stage-based model
where moral reasoning matures through identifiable stages.
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller testbank11. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $14.49. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
