Language Development in Adolescence

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What age group is defined as adolescence according to WHO?

10-19 years (correct)

15-25 years

20-30 years

5-10 years

What is one of the developmental tasks of adolescence?

Avoiding cognitive challenges

Exploring personal identity (correct)

Maintaining dependence on parents

Ignoring peer influence

Which of the following is a typical characteristic of adolescence?

Sense of belonging in both childhood and adult world

Full independence from parents

Limited influence of peers and school

Low self-confidence due to sexual maturation (correct)

How are the cognitive abilities of an adolescent different from those of a child?

More complex thinking Signup and view all the answers

How do parents, peers, and school influence the development of an adolescent?

Combined influence on development Signup and view all the answers

What is one consequence of sexual maturation on adolescents?

Decreased self-confidence Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic feature of language development during adolescence?

Use of slang and short forms Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of slang mentioned in the text?

Pretty young girls Signup and view all the answers

How does an adolescent's thinking differ from that of a pre-adolescent in terms of abstract thinking?

Adolescents can imagine situations and events Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using 'slang' in language development during adolescence?

To simplify language and communicate informally Signup and view all the answers

How does an adolescent draw conclusions about object sizes according to the text?

By abstract thinking and logical deduction Signup and view all the answers

What physical changes are typically observed in boys during puberty?

Appearance of facial hair and a breaking voice Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes cognitive development during adolescence?

Increased ability for abstract thinking Signup and view all the answers

What is a common feature of girls entering puberty?

Onset of menarche or first menstrual cycle Signup and view all the answers

What physical change do boys undergo nearly a year after the penis starts growing?

First nocturnal emission Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary reason for the voice change in boys during puberty?

Enlargement of the larynx Signup and view all the answers

Which physical change marks the onset of menarche in girls?

Appearance of breast-bud Signup and view all the answers

When do girls typically reach their adult height, weight, and ability to bear children compared to boys?

Two years earlier than boys Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of cognitive development during adolescence?

Abstract problem-solving Signup and view all the answers

Which factor motivates adolescents to perform well in school according to the provided text?

Good school environment Signup and view all the answers

Why do adolescents often feel hesitant or shy to seek certain information from their grandparents?

Generational communication gap Signup and view all the answers

What type of decision-making is commonly associated with adolescents?

Impulsive decisions Signup and view all the answers

What contributes to adolescents' motivation to learn new skills according to the text?

Desire for personal growth Signup and view all the answers

Which behavior is NOT typically associated with adolescents according to the text?

Strong adherence to social norms Signup and view all the answers

How can a school environment positively impact an adolescent's academic work?

By respecting the student's point of view Signup and view all the answers

What role do teachers play in bringing out the best in adolescents?

Recognizing hidden talents and being warm Signup and view all the answers

How can parents impact how adolescents feel about school and teachers?

By actively showing interest and having positive feelings Signup and view all the answers

What negative impact can poorly trained teachers have on students?

Causing students to lose interest in studies Signup and view all the answers

In what scenario are adolescents more likely to drop out of school?

When teachers are incompetent and the curriculum is rigid Signup and view all the answers

What contributes to an adolescent enjoying academic work at school?

Respecting the student's point of view Signup and view all the answers