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Childhood Memory Formation and Scripts Quiz

Test your knowledge on how long-term memory forms in children between the ages of 2 to 5, and the concept of 'scripts' in memory storage. Explore how early memories are retained and retrieved.

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In the triarchic theory of intelligence, which type of intelligence is characterized by being able to adapt to changes in the environment?

Experiential

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of preoperational thinking?

It involves abstract reasoning

What is a defining characteristic of interpersonal intelligence according to Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences?

Capacity to discern and respond to others' feelings

Which type of intelligence in the triarchic theory focuses on problem-solving and analytical skills?

<p>Componential</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of preoperational thinking according to Piaget's theory?

<p>It is egocentric</p> Signup and view all the answers

'The Child and Adolescent Learners and Learning Principles' is a book published by:

<p>Lorimar Publishing, Inc.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the central focus of Lev Vygotsky's sociocultural theory?

<p>The influence of specific cultural practices on children's development</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Vygotsky, why is language important for children's cognitive development?

<p>To communicate socially and regulate their behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Vygotsky's theory, what is the Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD) used to refer to?

<p>Tasks too difficult for a child to master alone but can be achieved with guidance</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Vygotsky view private speech in young children?

<p>As a critical tool for thought during early childhood</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Vygotsky, how do children acquire cognitive skills?

<p>Through social interaction and collaboration</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Vygotsky suggest is necessary for full cognitive development in children?

<p>Social interaction and language use</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what age does long-term memory begin to form, making it hard for most people to remember anything before that age?

<p>3</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is part of long-term memory formation and helps children understand familiar situations by storing information about the sequence of events?

<p>Scripts</p> Signup and view all the answers

Between which ages do children start to recognize that there are multiple ways to solve a problem and can brainstorm different solutions?

<p>5 and 7</p> Signup and view all the answers

What capacity do children develop between the ages of 5 and 7 that allows them to focus and use their cognitive abilities for specific purposes?

<p>Overall capacity increase</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which age range marks the period when children can learn to pay attention to and memorize lists of words or facts?

<p>5-7 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it difficult for most people to remember things from their childhood prior to age 2 or 3?

<p>Inability to form long-term memories at that age</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Piaget refer to as the inability to distinguish between one's own perspective and someone else's perspective?

<p>Egocentrism</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the text, what is an example of egocentric behavior in a preschool child?

<p>A child holding a book directly in front of themselves, thinking others can see it too</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used for the tendency of a child to only focus on one aspect of a thing, event, or situation and neglect other aspects?

<p>Centration</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of preschool children regarding their thought process, as mentioned in the text?

<p>Limited intuitive thought process</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the child in the example demonstrate egocentrism?

<p>By thinking others could see a book held directly in front of themselves</p> Signup and view all the answers

What concept applies when a child thinks that the amount of liquid in a tall, thin beaker is equal to that in the original beakers, even though it is not?

<p>Centration</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is fast mapping in children's language development?

<p>The process of absorbing the meaning of a new word after hearing it once or twice.</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what age do children begin to use plurals, possessives, and past tense according to the text?

<p>3-4 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does syntax refer to in children's language development?

<p>Rules for putting together sentences in a language.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Between ages 4 and 5, what can be observed about children's sentences?

<p>They average four to five words.</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what age do children's speech become quite adultlike according to the text?

<p>5-7 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of questions can children ask and answer at age 3 according to the text?

<p>'What' and 'Where' questions</p> Signup and view all the answers

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