CHILD GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT DCF STUDY GUIDE EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
refers to specific body changes and increases in the child's size, such as a child's height, weight, head
circumference, and body mass index. These size changes can usually be easily measured -
(answer)Growth
typically refers to an increase in complexity, a change from relatively simple to more complicated.
Usually acquire more refined knowledge, behaviors, and skills. The sequence is basically the same for all
children, however, the rate varies - (answer)Development
Growth proceeds from the center of the body outward
True or False - (answer)False, Growth proceeds from the head downward, and from the center of the
body outward
At birth, the brain, heart, and spinal cord are fully functioning.
True or False - (answer)True
The finger and toe muscles develop before the arm and leg muscles.
True or False - (answer)False, as children grow, the arm and leg muscles develop, followed by the finger
and toe muscles
Children differ in their growth
True or False - (answer)True
Children grow at perfectly steady rates
True or False - (answer)False, Children do not grow out perfect steady rates throughout childhood
What is the first principle of child growth and development? - (answer)Developmental sequence for all
Children develop in relatively the same ways, they can move forward, regress for a short time, and then
move forward again. Some children may skip a behavior or skill as they move forward - (answer)Example
of first principle of child growth and development
,CHILD GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT DCF STUDY GUIDE EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
Development Proceeds from General to Specific - (answer)2nd principle of Child growth and
development
As children mature, their bodily changes occur in sequential order and give children new abilities. As the
brain and nervous system develop, a child's thinking and skills and motor skills improve. -
(answer)Example of 2nd principle of Child growth and development
What is the 3rd principle of child growth and development? - (answer)Development is continuous
Children continue to add new behaviors and skills as they perfect their abilities to walk, to write, or
draw, and to speak - (answer)Example of 3rd principle of child growth and development
Development Proceeds at Different Rates - (answer)4th principle of child growth and development
Some children will walk at ten months of age, while others walk at eighteen months of age -
(answer)Example of 4th principle of child growth and development
What is the 5th principle of Child Growth and Development? - (answer)All areas of Development are
interrelated
Each domain/area of development influences development in other areas - (answer)Example of 5th
principle of Child Growth and Development
What are the eight domains of development? - (answer)Physical Development, Approaches to Learning,
Social and Emotional Development, Language and Literacy, Mathematical Thinking, Scientific Inquiry,
Social Studies, and Creative Expression Through the Arts.
By understanding principle 1 (development sequence is similar for all) child care professionals can
determine - (answer)reasonable expectations for the class, as well as for each child.
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By understanding principle 4, (development proceeds different rates), you know that all children do not
- (answer)learn the same way at the same time. You can avoid pressuring children to perform tasks they
are not developmentally ready to master. Rather, you individualize interaction so it meets the needs of
each child
What level in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs is when fulfilling one's life with purpose and meaning? -
(answer)Self-actualization
What level in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs is when psychological needs to have adequacy, confidence,
and importance? - (answer)Esteem needs
What level in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs is when psychological needs for a child to feel belonged,
loved, acceptance, and attention? - (answer)Social
What level in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs is basic needs of safety, security, and stability? -
(answer)Comfort and Safety
What level in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs is when basic needs to have a shelter to protect, water to
drink, food to eat, clothes to wear? - (answer)Physical
At what age is Trust vs. Mistrust? - (answer)Infant
. Trust is developed over time by providing an infant with a consistent, comforting environment.
. When needs are met, trust is established.
. Trust builds an emotional foundation.
. A lack of trust can result in poor emotional stability. - (answer)Trust vs. Mistrust
At what age is Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt? - (answer)Toddler
. Toddlers need to explore their own bodies and environment in order to become confident about
themselves.
ANSWERS
refers to specific body changes and increases in the child's size, such as a child's height, weight, head
circumference, and body mass index. These size changes can usually be easily measured -
(answer)Growth
typically refers to an increase in complexity, a change from relatively simple to more complicated.
Usually acquire more refined knowledge, behaviors, and skills. The sequence is basically the same for all
children, however, the rate varies - (answer)Development
Growth proceeds from the center of the body outward
True or False - (answer)False, Growth proceeds from the head downward, and from the center of the
body outward
At birth, the brain, heart, and spinal cord are fully functioning.
True or False - (answer)True
The finger and toe muscles develop before the arm and leg muscles.
True or False - (answer)False, as children grow, the arm and leg muscles develop, followed by the finger
and toe muscles
Children differ in their growth
True or False - (answer)True
Children grow at perfectly steady rates
True or False - (answer)False, Children do not grow out perfect steady rates throughout childhood
What is the first principle of child growth and development? - (answer)Developmental sequence for all
Children develop in relatively the same ways, they can move forward, regress for a short time, and then
move forward again. Some children may skip a behavior or skill as they move forward - (answer)Example
of first principle of child growth and development
,CHILD GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT DCF STUDY GUIDE EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
Development Proceeds from General to Specific - (answer)2nd principle of Child growth and
development
As children mature, their bodily changes occur in sequential order and give children new abilities. As the
brain and nervous system develop, a child's thinking and skills and motor skills improve. -
(answer)Example of 2nd principle of Child growth and development
What is the 3rd principle of child growth and development? - (answer)Development is continuous
Children continue to add new behaviors and skills as they perfect their abilities to walk, to write, or
draw, and to speak - (answer)Example of 3rd principle of child growth and development
Development Proceeds at Different Rates - (answer)4th principle of child growth and development
Some children will walk at ten months of age, while others walk at eighteen months of age -
(answer)Example of 4th principle of child growth and development
What is the 5th principle of Child Growth and Development? - (answer)All areas of Development are
interrelated
Each domain/area of development influences development in other areas - (answer)Example of 5th
principle of Child Growth and Development
What are the eight domains of development? - (answer)Physical Development, Approaches to Learning,
Social and Emotional Development, Language and Literacy, Mathematical Thinking, Scientific Inquiry,
Social Studies, and Creative Expression Through the Arts.
By understanding principle 1 (development sequence is similar for all) child care professionals can
determine - (answer)reasonable expectations for the class, as well as for each child.
, CHILD GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT DCF STUDY GUIDE EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
By understanding principle 4, (development proceeds different rates), you know that all children do not
- (answer)learn the same way at the same time. You can avoid pressuring children to perform tasks they
are not developmentally ready to master. Rather, you individualize interaction so it meets the needs of
each child
What level in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs is when fulfilling one's life with purpose and meaning? -
(answer)Self-actualization
What level in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs is when psychological needs to have adequacy, confidence,
and importance? - (answer)Esteem needs
What level in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs is when psychological needs for a child to feel belonged,
loved, acceptance, and attention? - (answer)Social
What level in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs is basic needs of safety, security, and stability? -
(answer)Comfort and Safety
What level in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs is when basic needs to have a shelter to protect, water to
drink, food to eat, clothes to wear? - (answer)Physical
At what age is Trust vs. Mistrust? - (answer)Infant
. Trust is developed over time by providing an infant with a consistent, comforting environment.
. When needs are met, trust is established.
. Trust builds an emotional foundation.
. A lack of trust can result in poor emotional stability. - (answer)Trust vs. Mistrust
At what age is Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt? - (answer)Toddler
. Toddlers need to explore their own bodies and environment in order to become confident about
themselves.
