Theories, and Domains Exam UPDATED
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
What is the definition of child development? - CORRECT ANSWER The study of constancy
and change from conception through middle childhood.
What are the three core characteristics of the field of child development? - CORRECT ANSWER
Scientific, applied, and interdisciplinary.
Which domain of development includes body size, motor capacities, and physical health? -
CORRECT ANSWER Physical development.
What does the cognitive domain of development focus on? - CORRECT ANSWER Intellectual
abilities.
What topics are covered under the emotional and social domain of development? - CORRECT
ANSWER Emotional communication, self-understanding, interpersonal skills, relationships,
and moral reasoning.
What is the age range for the prenatal period of development? - CORRECT ANSWER From
conception to birth.
What is the age range for infancy and toddlerhood? - CORRECT ANSWER Birth to 2 years.
What is the age range for early childhood? - CORRECT ANSWER 2 to 6 years.
What is the age range for middle childhood? - CORRECT ANSWER 6 to 11 years.
What are the three basic issues in development? - CORRECT ANSWER Continuous vs.
discontinuous, one course vs. many courses, and nature vs. nurture.