18 Questions
During the Sensorimotor Stage, what skill does the child begin to develop towards the end of this stage?
Problem-solving skills
What is the primary goal of the Sensorimotor Stage?
Understanding object permanence
What is the age range for the Sensorimotor Stage?
0-2 years
What is the term for the mental representations used by a child in the Sensorimotor Stage?
Mental combination
What is an example of learning cause and effect during the Sensorimotor Stage?
Shaking a rattle to make a sound
What does a child understand about their parent when they leave the home during the Sensorimotor Stage?
The parent continues to exist even when not seen
During which stage does the infant become aware of the external environment?
Secondary circular reaction
What is the primary characteristic of movements during the first month of life?
Reflexive movements
During which stage do infants differentiate between goals and goal-directed activities?
Coordination of secondary schemata in new situations
What is the age range during which infants use mental imagery to understand their environment?
18 to 24 months
During which stage do infants initiate acts to change their environment?
Secondary circular reaction
What is the main characteristic of the 'invention of new means through mental combinations' stage?
Experiments with methods to reach goals
What is the primary focus of the second stage of Erikson's theory of psychosocial development?
Developing a sense of personal control
What is the outcome for children who successfully complete the third stage of psychosocial development?
They feel capable and able to lead others
During which stage of psychosocial development do children typically develop a sense of pride in their accomplishments?
Fourth stage
What is the consequence of failing to acquire the necessary skills during the third stage of psychosocial development?
Sense of guilt, self-doubt, and lack of initiative
What is the typical age range for the fourth stage of psychosocial development?
Ages 5-11
During which stage of psychosocial development do children begin to assert their power and control over the world?
Third stage
Test your knowledge about the Sensorimotor stage of development, specifically focusing on the different sub-stages from birth to 2 years old. Explore how sensory organs and muscles progress, including the use of reflexes, circular reactions, and coordination of schemata in new situations.
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