2026-2027 CDA - Child Development Associate Exam
400 Prep Questions and Correct Answers/ CDA Latest
Exam Prep Test Bank 2026-2027 (New!)
Child abuse and neglect reporting is the responsibility of
A) The person who observed the incident
B) Only the director
C) Only the school nurse
D) Only law enforcement
-ANSWER- A
What are three things that need to be kept out of reach of preschool-aged children?
A) Over-the-counter medications, window covering cords, and non-toxic cleaning
solutions
B) Toys, books, and art supplies
C) Snacks, juice boxes, and nap mats
D) Blankets, pillows, and stuffed animals
-ANSWER- A
Exits should be
A) Properly marked and free of barriers
B) Locked during nap time
C) Only accessible to staff
D) Located at the back of the building only
-ANSWER- A
Paul, age 3, has been having regular temper tantrums for the last few weeks. Tom
and his co-teacher have tried placating Paul at various times during these tantrums.
Paul refuses to be comforted and continues screaming and striking out at
caregivers. Tom notices that Paul's tantrums usually occur about the same time
each day. In this situation, which would be best practice?
A- Make observations about the situations Paul is in at the times of his tantrums to
find the cause.
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,B- Ask Paul's parents to keep him at home until he outgrows his tantrums.
C- Keep Paul from participating in the center's activities until he learns to control
his temper.
D-Tom should keep Paul separated from the class for a whole day to see if he has
any tantrums while he is alone. - ANSWER-A
You want to be sure you are creating an atmosphere in your classroom that
promotes frequent and extended conversation.
Which of the below can you do to facilitate this?
A-Talk to the children all the time
B-Engage children and other adults in meaningful exchanges
C-Read to the children at least once a day
D-When one child asks another a question, answer for the child so they can see
how they should be doing it. - ANSWER-B
When planning materials for use in your classroom, it is important to:
A- Assure there are sufficient blocks in your block area for several students to
play at the same time
B-You rotate materials as needs and interests change
C-There are duplicates of the more popular toys
D-All the above - ANSWER-D
Greeting parents by name will help you to:
2
,A-Develop a positive relationship with your students' families
B-Be sure you send each child home with the right person every day. C-Establish
that you are the teacher and they are just visitors
D-Remember your students' names. - ANSWER-A
When observing your students, you should focus on:
A-How they interact with other students
B-How they handle new situations and experiences
C-Their development of cognitive skills
D-All the above. - ANSWER-D
Which is the best procedure for observing and documenting a child's
developmental/educational progress?
A-Add subjective judgments to observations
B-Compare the child to others in the program
C-Record interpretations of behaviors
D-Record only behavioral statements. - ANSWER-D
During center time, you allow the children to move freely between several centers.
During this time you should:
A-Talk with your assistant about what you plan to do next
B-Meet with your director regarding a concern you have
C-Move among the centers, talking with students
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, D-Take a break so you can be ready to teach the next lesson. - ANSWER-C
You notice the bookshelf in your classroom is splintered. This is a concern
because:
A-You want the classroom to look nice at all times
B-The children could get splinters when coming in contact with the bookshelf
C-It could fall apart
D-Your director has stated there is no money in the budget for new furniture. -
ANSWER-B
Your emergency contact list should include:
A-Parents phone numbers and poison control
B-Emergency contact information for each student, poison control and local
emergency numbers
C-Local emergency numbers and poison control
D-Parents phone numbers and local emergency phone numbers. - ANSWER-B
As a teacher, you know you should ask the children questions that are open-ended.
Which of the below is an open-ended question?
A-What color is your hat?
B-How was your day?
C-Can you tell me about your picture?
D-How many blocks do you have? - ANSWER-C
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400 Prep Questions and Correct Answers/ CDA Latest
Exam Prep Test Bank 2026-2027 (New!)
Child abuse and neglect reporting is the responsibility of
A) The person who observed the incident
B) Only the director
C) Only the school nurse
D) Only law enforcement
-ANSWER- A
What are three things that need to be kept out of reach of preschool-aged children?
A) Over-the-counter medications, window covering cords, and non-toxic cleaning
solutions
B) Toys, books, and art supplies
C) Snacks, juice boxes, and nap mats
D) Blankets, pillows, and stuffed animals
-ANSWER- A
Exits should be
A) Properly marked and free of barriers
B) Locked during nap time
C) Only accessible to staff
D) Located at the back of the building only
-ANSWER- A
Paul, age 3, has been having regular temper tantrums for the last few weeks. Tom
and his co-teacher have tried placating Paul at various times during these tantrums.
Paul refuses to be comforted and continues screaming and striking out at
caregivers. Tom notices that Paul's tantrums usually occur about the same time
each day. In this situation, which would be best practice?
A- Make observations about the situations Paul is in at the times of his tantrums to
find the cause.
1
,B- Ask Paul's parents to keep him at home until he outgrows his tantrums.
C- Keep Paul from participating in the center's activities until he learns to control
his temper.
D-Tom should keep Paul separated from the class for a whole day to see if he has
any tantrums while he is alone. - ANSWER-A
You want to be sure you are creating an atmosphere in your classroom that
promotes frequent and extended conversation.
Which of the below can you do to facilitate this?
A-Talk to the children all the time
B-Engage children and other adults in meaningful exchanges
C-Read to the children at least once a day
D-When one child asks another a question, answer for the child so they can see
how they should be doing it. - ANSWER-B
When planning materials for use in your classroom, it is important to:
A- Assure there are sufficient blocks in your block area for several students to
play at the same time
B-You rotate materials as needs and interests change
C-There are duplicates of the more popular toys
D-All the above - ANSWER-D
Greeting parents by name will help you to:
2
,A-Develop a positive relationship with your students' families
B-Be sure you send each child home with the right person every day. C-Establish
that you are the teacher and they are just visitors
D-Remember your students' names. - ANSWER-A
When observing your students, you should focus on:
A-How they interact with other students
B-How they handle new situations and experiences
C-Their development of cognitive skills
D-All the above. - ANSWER-D
Which is the best procedure for observing and documenting a child's
developmental/educational progress?
A-Add subjective judgments to observations
B-Compare the child to others in the program
C-Record interpretations of behaviors
D-Record only behavioral statements. - ANSWER-D
During center time, you allow the children to move freely between several centers.
During this time you should:
A-Talk with your assistant about what you plan to do next
B-Meet with your director regarding a concern you have
C-Move among the centers, talking with students
3
, D-Take a break so you can be ready to teach the next lesson. - ANSWER-C
You notice the bookshelf in your classroom is splintered. This is a concern
because:
A-You want the classroom to look nice at all times
B-The children could get splinters when coming in contact with the bookshelf
C-It could fall apart
D-Your director has stated there is no money in the budget for new furniture. -
ANSWER-B
Your emergency contact list should include:
A-Parents phone numbers and poison control
B-Emergency contact information for each student, poison control and local
emergency numbers
C-Local emergency numbers and poison control
D-Parents phone numbers and local emergency phone numbers. - ANSWER-B
As a teacher, you know you should ask the children questions that are open-ended.
Which of the below is an open-ended question?
A-What color is your hat?
B-How was your day?
C-Can you tell me about your picture?
D-How many blocks do you have? - ANSWER-C
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