Middle Childhood Flashcards
In Piaget’s theory, children in middle childhood are in the __________ stage of cognitive development.
a) Sensorimotor
b) Preoperational
c) Concrete operational
d) Formal operational
Answer: c) Concrete operational
Which of the following is an example of a child demonstrating the concept of conservation during middle childhood?
a) Believing that two glasses of different shapes hold different amounts of liquid
b) Understanding that the quantity of liquid remains the same even when poured into differently shaped containers
c) Thinking that a larger object is always heavier
d) Not being able to reverse actions mentally
Answer: b) Understanding that the quantity of liquid remains the same even when poured into differently shaped containers
In middle childhood, children’s ability to think logically about concrete events is known as:
a) Abstract reasoning
b) Abstract thinking
c) Concrete operational thinking
d) Formal operational thinking
Answer: c) Concrete operational thinking
A child in middle childhood is able to understand that other people have thoughts and perspectives different from their own. This ability is called:
a) Egocentrism
b) Theory of mind
c) Conservation
d) Animism
Answer: b) Theory of mind
Which of the following is an example of metacognition in middle childhood?
a) A child thinking about their own thinking and trying to improve their strategies for learning
b) A child pretending to be a teacher and giving instructions to others
c) A child learning new words by listening to others speak
d) A child following a teacher’s instructions without question
Answer: a) A child thinking about their own thinking and trying to improve their strategies for learning
During middle childhood, children typically develop the ability to:
a) Solve complex mathematical equations without guidance
b) Think logically about real, concrete objects and events
c) Understand abstract and hypothetical concepts
d) Form complex moral judgments independently
Answer: b) Think logically about real, concrete objects and events
Which of the following describes the development of self-esteem in middle childhood?
a) It is based primarily on physical appearance
b) It becomes increasingly dependent on social comparison with peers
c) It is mainly influenced by parental affection
d) It is completely unaffected by peer feedback
Answer: b) It becomes increasingly dependent on social comparison with peers
n middle childhood, children develop the ability to understand multiple aspects of a problem. This is known as:
a) Conservation
b) Decentration
c) Seriation
d) Egocentrism
Answer: b) Decentration
The ability to arrange objects in a logical sequence, such as ordering blocks from shortest to longest, is called:
a) Classification
b) Conservation
c) Seriation
d) Transitivity
Answer: c) Seriation
The ability to understand that if A is greater than B, and B is greater than C, then A is greater than C is called:
a) Classification
b) Transitivity
c) Reversibility
d) Seriation
Answer: b) Transitivity
Which of the following is an example of the development of abstract thinking in middle childhood?
a) Understanding that the same amount of water can be in different sized containers
b) Solving a math problem that involves hypothetical situations
c) Understanding that objects continue to exist even when out of sight
d) Identifying the difference between living and non-living things
Answer: b) Solving a math problem that involves hypothetical situations
A middle childhood child’s ability to focus on one task while ignoring distractions is an example of:
a) Cognitive flexibility
b) Selective attention
c) Working memory
d) Long-term memory
Answer: b) Selective attention
Which of the following is an example of an authoritative parenting style?
a) A parent who is strict and demanding, but does not show warmth or affection
b) A parent who is warm and nurturing, but sets clear boundaries and expectations
c) A parent who is neglectful and uninvolved in the child’s life
d) A parent who is permissive and does not enforce rules
Answer: b) A parent who is warm and nurturing, but sets clear boundaries and expectations
During middle childhood, children typically become more capable of:
a) Abstract reasoning and problem-solving
b) Understanding moral dilemmas
c) Engaging in fantasy play
d) Remembering specific events in their lives
Answer: a) Abstract reasoning and problem-solving
Peer relationships during middle childhood are typically characterized by:
a) Increased dependence on family for emotional support
b) An emphasis on cooperative play and shared goals
c) A preference for solitary activities over group play
d) A lack of concern for peer acceptance or rejection
Answer: b) An emphasis on cooperative play and shared goals
A child who shows an understanding of the need to follow social rules in games, such as taking turns, is demonstrating:
a) Moral development
b) Social cognition
c) Executive function
d) Emotional regulation
Answer: b) Social cognition
In middle childhood, children typically develop a more complex understanding of:
a) Right vs. wrong, or moral development
b) The permanence of objects
c) The difference between real and imagined objects
d) The relationship between objects and their physical properties
Answer: a) Right vs. wrong, or moral development
Which of the following best describes a child’s moral reasoning during middle childhood?
a) Morality is based on the avoidance of punishment
b) Morality is based on the expectation of rewards
c) Morality is based on understanding fairness and justice
d) Morality is primarily focused on the views of others
Answer: c) Morality is based on understanding fairness and justice
A child who works well with others, shares, and understands how to cooperate in a group project is demonstrating:
a) Self-esteem
b) Social competence
c) Cognitive flexibility
d) Emotional intelligence
Answer: b) Social competence
Which of the following best reflects a child’s cognitive development in middle childhood?
a) A child can perform mental tasks that involve concrete objects but struggles with abstract ideas
b) A child can think abstractly and hypothetically
c) A child can understand concepts like justice and fairness at a complex level
d) A child is unable to follow logical rules about objects and numbers
Answer: a) A child can perform mental tasks that involve concrete objects but struggles with abstract ideas
Which of the following strategies helps improve a child’s executive function in middle childhood?
a) Providing clear rules and routines
b) Limiting social interaction with peers
c) Encouraging children to avoid making mistakes
d) Minimizing verbal communication
Answer: a) Providing clear rules and routines
Which of the following is an important factor in the development of a child’s academic achievement during middle childhood?
a) Access to technology
b) The child’s ability to memorize information quickly
c) Parental involvement and encouragement
d) A lack of peer competition
Answer: c) Parental involvement and encouragement
The development of which of the following skills typically improves during middle childhood?
a) Fine motor skills, such as handwriting and drawing
b) Symbolic play, such as pretending objects are something else
c) Emotional expression and regulation
d) Reversibility of thought
Answer: a) Fine motor skills, such as handwriting and drawing
A child who is able to use humor to cope with a stressful situation is demonstrating:
a) Emotional regulation
b) Moral reasoning
c) Self-efficacy
d) Cognitive flexibility
Answer: a) Emotional regulation
