In music activities, young children should:
a. be expected to meet some type of performance goals.
b. learn the words before singing songs.
c. be expected to sing along with the group.
d. not be expected to meet performance goals.
Rote counting:
a. is counting without true meaning.
b. is counting with true meaning.
c. occurs mostly in grades 3-5.
d. is common with classification.
Research on recess includes findings that:
a. it helps the brain “regroup.”
b. it helps the brain “regroup” and children learn to negotiate.
c. it helps children learn to negotiate.
d. it is most beneficial after lunch.
A blog that contains student art projects and podcasts is a:
a. literature response blog.
b. showcase blog.
c. news blog.
d. mirror blog.
Children with ADHD enjoy sharing their personal space with children who happen by.
a. True
b. False
For children with special needs, one way to arrange the physical environment to
promote play is to use specific social toys such as blocks, balls, and miniature cars.
a. True
b. False
An example of a speech overgeneralization is:
a. “I poured milk.”
b. “I thinked alot.”
c. “I walked the dog.”
d. “I jumped rope.”
The term successiveprocessorapplies to:
a. holistic learning.
b. differentiated learning.
c. random learning.
d. analytic learning.
In the later scribble stage:
a. basic forms begin to emerge.
b. forms represent ideas.
c. repeated movements among scribbles begin to appear.
d. lines are the prevalent form seen in the child’s work.
Clay is best bought in its moist form.
a. True
b. False
Play contributes mainly to the child’s physical and social growth.
a. True
b. False
Understanding is not an important part of science because the process is more important
than the understanding.
a. True
b. False
As related to children’s individual learning styles, clay appeals to:
a. those who are nature smart.
b. those who are person smart.
c. those who are body smart.
d. all of the above.
Aesthetic experiences involve experiencing joy for its sake as well as for pleasing
others.
a. True
b. False
Something can be stimulating to a child because it is:
a. colorful.
b. cartoon-like.
c. exciting and different.
d. colorful, exciting and different
Technologies used to enhance linguistic intelligence (word smart) are:
a. computer-aided design programs.
b. problem-solving software.
c. desktop publishing programs.
d. spreadsheet programs.
For children with special needs, movement activities can:
a. be possible with an adult’s help.
b. be possible with the help of a physical therapist.
c. be challenging.
d. allow them to participate at their own level of ability.
In a social bookmarking system, your links are stored online.
a. True
b. False
Felt-tip pens and colored markers are excellent tools for the early scribble stage.
a. True
b. False
Interpersonal intelligence is related to the child’s understanding of self.
a. True
b. False
Henry Moore is a good artist to use when explaining pottery.
a. True
b. False
Inquiry-based learning is a term often used when discussing:
a. formal science for preschoolers.
b. informal science.
c. investigating to gather information.
d. exploring the world.
In Gardner’s theory, a child who is word smart (also known as linguistic intelligence):
a. uses numbers easily.
b. has a rich vocabulary.
c. understands logical patterns.
d. can visualize three-dimensional objects.
Research studies report that computers are generally ineffective for children under age
5.
a. True
b. False
Children with ADHD are among those who benefit most from play.
a. True
b. False
Chalk works best:
a. on smooth textures.
b. on rough textures.
c. when applied to wet surfaces.
d. on cardboard.
The Interstate New Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium (INTASC) Standards
are model standards for licensing new child care directors.
a. True
b. False
Developmental levels have a limited impact on preparation for movement activities.
a. True
b. False
Children in the middle- to upper-elementary levels still enjoy illustrated books.
a. True
b. False
Forms may be described as:
a. geometric, symmetrical and free-form.
b. free-form, asymmetrical, and geometric.
c. geometric, free-form, and organic.
d. organic, symmetrical and geometric.
Match each skill with the age of child most likely able to perform it.
a. Fills and empties containers
b. Runs obstacle courses
c. Begins to be able to carry a tune and express rhythm
d. Has a tremendous drive for physical activity
e. Is able to group items according to similar characteristics
6- to 10-year-old
Temperate fruit includes:
a. fiber and pears.
b. bananas.
c. pears.
d. antioxidants.
Mary fills her paper with circles. She is in the:
a. controlled scribble stage.
b. early pictorial stage.
c. basic forms stage.
d. later pictorial stage.
The accent is where the relative loudness of the sound is emphasized.
a. True
b. False