Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development Quiz

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Match the following stages of moral development with their descriptions:

Stage 1. Obedience and Punishment Orientation = Focuses on avoiding punishment and obedience to authority figures Stage 2. Individualism and Exchange = Emphasizes self-interest and equal exchange in relationships Stage 3. Good boy - Nice girl Orientation = Concerned with meeting social expectations and being perceived as good Stage 4. Maintaining Social Order = Prioritizes maintaining the functioning of society through following rules and laws

Match the following characteristics with their corresponding level of moral development:

Pre-conventional Level = Characterized by a lack of understanding of societal conventions and rules Conventional Level = Demonstrates conformity to societal norms and laws Post-conventional Level = Involves adherence to universal ethical principles and individual rights Stage 6. Universal Ethical Principle Orientation = Focuses on internalized moral principles and conscience

Match the following aspects of Lawrence Kohlberg with their descriptions:

Lawrence Kohlberg = An American psychologist known for his theory of moral development Six Stages of Moral Development = Reflects the progression through moral development, focusing on seeking and maintaining justice Pre-Conventional Morality = Named so due to a lack of understanding of societal conventions and rules Social Contract and Individual Rights = Involves recognition of individual rights and a just social contract

Match the following statements with the appropriate stage of moral development:

Emphasizes self-interest and equal exchange in relationships = Stage 2. Individualism and Exchange Concerned with meeting social expectations and being perceived as good = Stage 3. Good boy - Nice girl Orientation Focuses on avoiding punishment and obedience to authority figures = Stage 1. Obedience and Punishment Orientation Prioritizes maintaining the functioning of society through following rules and laws = Stage 4. Maintaining Social Order

Match the following age range with the corresponding stage of moral development:

0-9 yrs old = Stage 1 (Obedience and Punishment) 10-15 yrs old = Stage 3 (Good boy - Nice girl Orientation) 16-21 yrs old = Stage 5 (Social Contract and Individual Rights) Above 21 yrs old = Stage 6 (Universal Ethical Principle Orientation)

At what age range does the Pre-conventional Level of moral development typically occur?

0-9 years old

Which stage of moral development is primarily focused on seeking and maintaining justice?

Stage 6: Universal Ethical Principle Orientation

What is the focus of Stage 2 of moral development according to Kohlberg's theory?

Individualism and exchange

Which level of moral development reflects a lack of understanding of societal conventions and rules?

Pre-conventional Level

What is the characteristic of Stage 5 of moral development according to Kohlberg's theory?

Seeking individual rights

Test your knowledge of Lawrence Kohlberg's theory on moral development with this quiz. Explore the three levels and six stages of moral progression as proposed by the American psychologist, and deepen your understanding of moral reasoning and development.

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