Stages of Development

Prenatal Stage

100

Hyperactivity, impulsivity, and poor socialization and communication skills are the effects of which syndrome caused by mothers who drink heavily during pregnancy? A. Fetal Alcohol Syndrome B. Down syndrome C. Baby Tantrum D. Turner’s Syndrome

A. Fetal alcohol syndrom

200

What negative effect can a mother drinking alcohol during her pregnancy have on the fetus? A. Eidetic (photographic) memory B. Intellectual disabilities C. Fast cognitive development D. Greater emotional attachment to the parent

B. Intellectual disabilities

300

What is NOT a risk factor/behavior that can affect healthy fetal development? A. Poor nutrition B. Smoking C. Use of recreational drugs D. Moderate-intensity exercises

D. Moderate-intensity exercises In fact, appropriate exercises during pregnancy can boost energy, help sleep schedules, and reduce pregnancy discomfort.

400

How can parents know potential birth defects and some ways to reduce the likelihood of complications? A. Identify any pre-existing health conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, and seizure B. Completely ignore your family health history C. Only visually check the mother’s conditions because it is enough to just check the outside D. Talk to your friends, not medical experts

A. Identify any pre-existing health conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, and seizure

500

Exposure to which of these factors does NOT cause issues in prenatal development (ex: miscarriage, offspring having a higher risk of birth defects)? A. Lead B. Radiation C. Sunlight D. Certain pesticides

C. Sunlight

Infancy

100

Which of these is NOT a way that dads can show affection to their babies? A. Cuddling the baby closer to you B. Soothing the baby’s tears C. Shaking the baby violently D. Talking to the baby

C. Shaking the baby violently

200

What could be one reason that babies cry? A. To express their fear when their parents leave the room B. To make their parents mad C. To show everything is going well D. To disturb their parent’s sleep

A. To express their fear when their parents leave the room

300

True or false. In the first two months of birth, most babies breathe through their mouth.

False. Most newborn infants breathe through their nose.

400

A child feels emotional attachment through the presence of his/her parents. The absence of parents could NOT lead to? A. Separation anxiety B. Somatic complaints (ex: headache and stomachache) C. Impaired social interaction D. Increased trust in parents

D. Increased trust in parents

500

A 3-month old baby is experiencing repeated diarrhea and enteric (intestinal) infections. A bacterium usually spreads through contaminated food and water or by contact with vomit or feces. What does this suggest for the baby? A. Strep throat B. Developmental health issues (ex: shortfall in height and weight) C. Pink eye D. This does not suggest anything for the baby.

B. developmental health issues (ex: shortfall in height and weight)

Early Childhood

100

Which of the following is NOT a way in which you spend quality time with your child and form closer bonds with him/her? A. Being mentally present with your child B. Doing one educational activity with your child C. Participating in one fun activity with your child each day D. Leaving your child alone while you are working on something else

D. Leaving your child alone while you are working on something else

200

Which of the following is the most likely physical impact that malnutrition and chronic infections (ex: strep throat and fever) can have in early childhood? A. Faster growth during early childhood B. Increased muscle and strength C. Physical growth not occurring at normal rates during early childhood D. Reduced risk of hypothermia (inability to maintain normal body temperature)

C. Physical growth not occurring at normal rates during early childhood

300

At what age can a child demonstrate self-motivated learnings such as knowing that s/he can bring a toy within reach by pulling the blanket it is placed on? A. By the age of 1 B. By the age of 2 C. By the age of 3 D. By the age of 4

A. By the age of 1

400

Example of developing independence does NOT include: A. Discouraging children to take an active role in bathing and dressing B. Setting limits C. Creating and keeping routines D. Assigning responsibilities

A. Discouraging children to take an active role in bathing and dressing

500

A father’s involvement can benefit a young child emotionally by A. Discouraging independence B. Increasing the child’s emotional insecurity C. Reducing psychological issues D. Increasing the child’s fear

C. Reducing psychological issues

Middle/Late Childhood

100

What can children in this age group NOT learn from good friendships? A. Trusting others B. Disrespect C. Age-appropriate behaviors D. Social skills

B. Disrespect

200

What is the term that describes the social influence a peer group forces on its individual members (i.e.: smoking, underage drinking, or skipping class) called?

Peer pressure

300

What is the best way that you can help your child in dealing with peer pressure? A. Keep your child only at your house B. Teach your child to be assertive C. Stop your child from inviting his/her friend D. Not allow open and honest communications

B. Teach your child to be assertive

400

What is the term for our view on our own abilities to do something?

Self-confidence

500

Self-esteem is our own perception of ourselves. What is one way that you can discourage your child’s self-esteem? A. Give positive and accurate feedback B. Become an active listener C. Reinforce a less punitive and high rewarding discipline system D. Discipline your child in front of a big crowd

D. Discipline your child in front of a big crowd

Adolescence

100

What is the term used to describe the stage of development between the age of 13-19? A. Late childhood B. Young childhood C. Adolescence D. Adulthood

C. Adolescence

200

What do we call the stage of major physical, hormonal, sexual, and social changes in a child’s life? The child also becomes capable of reproduction during this stage. A. Hormonal levels change cycle B. Menstrual cycle C. Puberty D. Decline stage

C. Puberty

300

What is NOT an example of major physical changes in both boys and girls during adolescence? A. Body hair becomes shorter B. Breasts get tender C. Height and weight increase D. Pimples may appear

A. Body hair becomes shorter

400

What is/are social and emotional benefit(s) that is/are seen in teenagers who have a healthy relationship with their fathers? A. Less likely to be involved in aggression and antisocial behaviors B. More likely to carry out offensive behaviors towards others C. Less likely to experience psychological issues (ex: depression and anxiety) D. Both A and C E. Both B and C

D. A and C

500

How can you help your teens to form valuable relationships with others? I. Only speaking about the possible dangers of friendship II. Helping teens get involved in things they care about and talking about boundaries III. Promoting services to others A. Only II B. Both I and II C. Both II and III D. All of the above (I, II, and III)

C. Both II and III