Cerebral palsy is
a. a central nervous system dysfunction that can cause a range of problems from slight awkwardness to total helplessness.
b. a problem of unknown origin that leaves a child both physically and mentally impaired.
c. a spinal malformation that causes problems in walking and may result in a child being wheelchair-bound.
d. a physical disability that can usually be remedied through surgery and physical therapy.
ANS: A
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Caregivers should provide a rich variety of visual stimulation and experience for infants and toddlers because
a. it is part of their job. b. these stimuli produce geniuses. c. these stimuli develop the essential perceptual skills that are prerequisite to a child performing higher cognitive and academic tasks. d. these stimuli are fun but have no significant development benefits.
Today there are five segmented areas of the early childhood field. This area commonly refers to the education of children between the ages of 3 and 5:
a. Child care b. Kindergarten education c. Preschool d. Primary-grade education
Other things being equal, which one of the following children is most likely to behave prosocially toward a peer in need?
a. Megan sees her friend Abby fall off her bike after trying several foolish daredevil stunts. b. Terry knows that Becky didn't study for an important quiz and so isn't surprised when Becky gets a low grade. c. Malia sees several classmates tease Chris, who has speech problems as a result of muscular dystrophy. d. Edie sees Dena insult Darcie in retaliation for Darcie's insults the day before.
Identify a value that you hold and give an example of how it is reflected in your life.
What will be an ideal response?