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Why are closed-toe shoes the BEST choice for early childhood educators?
A) They are more comfortable
B) They prevent foot injuries
C) They create a professional look
D) They are easier to clean
B) They prevent foot injuries
Which food presents the highest choking risk for toddlers?
A) Cooked pasta
B) Whole Grapes
C) Small cheese cubes
D) Mashed potatoes
B) Whole Grapes
Which type of child information should NEVER be discussed with others?
A) Behavior issues
B) Academic progress
C) Specific medical needs or diagnosis
D) Family background
C) Specific medical needs or diagnosis
Which activity BEST supports language development during snack time?
A) Modeling eating quietly and politely
B) Giving instructions throughout snack time
C) Playing background music
D) Encouraging children to discuss food colors, shapes, and quantities
D) Encouraging children to discuss food colors, shapes, and quantities
What is the most important step to follow after completing a diaper change?
A) Recording the time
B) Sanitizing the changing table
C) Washing hands thoroughly with soap for 20 seconds
D) Disposing of gloves
C) Washing hands thoroughly with soap for 20 seconds
What is a typical social characteristic of 6-year-old children?
A) Preferring to play alone always
B) Having one lifelong BEST friend
C) Forming short-term friendships
D) Avoiding group activities
C) Forming short-term friendships
What indicates healthy emotional development in a 7-year-old?
A) Never experiencing jealousy
B) Showing empathy for others
C) Hiding all negative feelings
D) Avoiding emotional expression
B) Showing empathy for others
How often should toys and equipment be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized?
A) Daily
B) Weekly
C) Monthly
D) Quarterly
B) Weekly
Which cognitive milestone is typical of an early elementary-aged child?
A) Uses more than 100 words
B) Rides a bike without training wheels
C) Relies on trial-and-error problem-solving without the ability to plan ahead
D) Can visualize and draw a map
D) Can visualize and draw a map
A child in a teacher’s care falls on the playground and bruises his knee. What procedure should be followed to document the injury?
A) Inform the parents by email
B) Assume the parents will notice the bruise when they pick up the child
C) Fill out an injury report with detailed information about the incident, including the time, injury description, and any actions taken, and inform the parents as soon as possible
D) Wait until the end of the day to see if the bruise goes away
C) Fill out an injury report with detailed information about the incident, including the time, injury description, and any actions taken, and inform the parents as soon as possible
How should early childhood educators BEST communicate with parents?
A) Set strict rules and policies
B) Use one-way communication only
C) Maintain professional distance
D) Encourage two-way communication
D) Encourage two-way communication
What is the FIRST step when reporting suspected child abuse or neglect?
A) Confront the parents
B) Notify the principal
C) Document observations
D) Contact authorities
D) Contact authorities
How do most 7-year-olds typically demonstrate their communication skills?
A) By using simple one-word sentences to express their thoughts
B) By telling detailed stories
C) By using nonverbal gestures and facial expressions to communicate
D) By mimicking adult speech without understanding its meaning
B) By telling detailed stories
A 4-year-old in Mr. Gomez’s classroom begins choking. He has determined that the child cannot cough or breathe. What is the next step that he should take?
A) Administer back blows
B) Give chest compressions
C) Call parents
D) Sweep the airway using his finger
A) Administer back blows
Which skill is MOST important for early childhood educators to posses?
A) Detailed record-keeping
B) Creativity and problem-solving
C) Advanced academic degrees
D) Previous childcare experience
B) Creativity and problem-solving
What is the primary cause of baby bottle tooth decay?
A) Drinking too much water
B) Sleeping with a milk bottle
C) Using plastic bottles
D) Drinking juice at meals
B) Sleeping with a milk bottle
What program helps Arizona early childhood provides improve their quality through coaching and financial support and assigns a star rating scale for childcare programs?
A) Head Start
B) First Things First/Quality First
C) Title I
D) Early Head Start
B) First Things First/Quality First
How does the Empower Guidebook help childcare centers?
A) Promotes healthy practices with food and physical health
B) Provides recipe only
C) Lists prohibited foods
D) Sets serving sizes
A) Promotes healthy practices with food and physical health
What is the primary purpose of professional organizations like NAEYC?
A) To provide training and support
B) To license and regulate childcare
C) To advocate for early childhood policy
D) To conduct classroom observations
C) To advocate for early childhood policy
Which developmentally appropriate play activity BEST supports the cognitive development of elementary-aged children?
A) Engaging in pretend play, such as role-playing scenarios or using imagination to solve problems
B) Watching television programs
C) Building block towers
D) Using scissors with control
A) Engaging in pretend play, such as role-playing scenarios or using imagination to solve problems
Who issues licenses to operate childcare centers in Arizona?
A) Arizona Department of Education
B) Local School District
C) Arizona Department of Health Services Bureau of Child Care Licensing
D) Department of Economic Security
C) Arizona Department of Health Services Bureau of Child Care Licensing
A preschool teacher has conducted a daily health check with a student in her classroom and noticed he has a fever of 101 degrees Fahrenheit. To reduce childhood illnesses and communicable diseases within her classroom which action should be taken?
A) Allow the child to rest in the classroom and continue participating in activities if he feels well enough
B) Keep the child in the classroom and monitor his symptoms throughout that day
C) Send the child home and ensure he does not return until he is fever-free for at least 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medications
D) Give the child medication to lower the fever and allow him to stay in the classroom until the fever subsides
C) Send the child home and ensure he does not return until he is fever-free for at least 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medications
Where can teachers find guidelines for appropriate learning activities for 3-5-year-olds in Arizona?
A) Common Core Standards
B) Arizona’s Early Learning Standards
C) Elementary Education Guidelines
D) National Math Standards
B) Arizona’s Early Learning Standards
Which document provides guidance for quality care of babies in Arizona childcare centers?
A) Elementary Standards
B) Kindergarten Guidelines
C) Infant and Toddler Developmental Guidelines
D) Preschool Learning Standards
C) Infant and Toddler Developmental Guidelines
What benefit does the Arizona Early Childhood Workforce Registry provide for educators?
A) Resources for career advancement
B) Free tuition for college courses
C) Annual performance evaluations
D) Access to online training modules
A) Resources for career advancement