Module 48

Question 1

adolescence

Answer 1

the transition period from childhood to adulthood, extending from puberty to independence

Question 2

puberty

Answer 2

the period of sexual maturation, during which a person becomes capable of reproducing

Question 3

Kohlberg’s level of moral thinking
Preconventional morality

Answer 3

• Before 9
• self-interest, obey rules to avoid punishment or gain concrete rewards
  EX. if you save your dying wife, you’ll be a hero

Question 4

Kohlberg’s level of moral thinking
Conventional Morality

Answer 4

• early adolescence
• uphold laws + rules to gain social approval or maintain social order
  EX. if you steal the drug for her, everyone will think you’re a criminal

Question 5

Kohlberg’s level of moral thinking
Post conventional Morality

Answer 5

• Adolescence and beyond
• actions reflect belief in basic rights and self-defined ethical principles
  EX. people have a right to live