Quiz 2
Question 1 of 29
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Which one of the following best describes socialization as developmental theorists typically use the term?
A.Learning and following rules of moral behavior
B.Molding children’s behavior so that it is appropriate for their society
C.Interaction with other people, especially peers, in enjoyable activities
D.Acquiring an increasingly complex understanding of interpersonal relationships
Answer Key: B
Question 2 of 29
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Culture has a pervasive influence on child development. Which one of the following best describes the general nature of a culture?
A.The behaviors and beliefs that characterize a social group
B.A group of people who live in the same geographical region
C.A group of people who share the same religious background
D.The art and artifacts associated with a social group
Answer Key: A
Question 3 of 29
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A community contributes to children’s development in three of the following ways. Which one of the following aspects of a community is least likely to have an impact on children’s development?
A.A community provides recreational activities.
B.A community has definite geographical boundaries.
C.A community communicates information about what behaviors are acceptable.
D.A community offers support services that assist parents in their parenting efforts.
Answer Key: B
Question 4 of 29
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Imagine that you are a teacher in an American school. You have a class of 25 students. If your students are representative of the overall population of American children, then how many of them probably live with both of their biological parents?
A.All but one or two of them
B.About 85% of them
C.About 60% of them
D.Fewer than 30% of them
Answer Key: C
Question 5 of 29
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Three of the following statements are typically true of fathers. Which one is not typically true?
A.Fathers can competently feed and bathe their children.