CDEC 1313 Final

Two preschool children, Jez and Killian, are playing with dolls in the dramatic play area. Jez pretends to feed the baby and then puts the baby to bed. Killian also pretends to feed the baby, but then abandons it to play with something else. What can be assumed by these children's actions? a. Jez is older than Killian. b. Jez will one day make a better parent. c. Killian has an attention deficit disorder. d. Killian has behavioral issues.

a. Jez is older than Killian.

Most topics of interest to young children can be adapted to cardboard construction projects. a. True b. False

a. True

Jui likes to read stories to her students and allows them to interpret the stories with creative movement as she reads. When she reads a story with several characters in it and complex interaction, she should: a. require the students listen to the whole story first, and then discuss it. b. tell students to move in specific ways to represent each character. c. try to create different voices for each character as she reads. d. encourage students to focus on the actions of the story, not the emotions.

a. require the students listen to the whole story first, and then discuss it.

Having supplies organized in a logical manner makes it more difficult for children to think creatively. a. True b. False

b. False

In an ideal classroom, the block station and housekeeping area are located on opposite sides of the room. a. True b. False

b. False

The ability to speak is directly related to a child's ability to understand. a. True b. False

b. False

To teach children not to waste materials, teachers should allow them to use a limited amount of paste. a. True b. False

b. False

Toddlers should be exposed to several activities simultaneously so that they can choose what they like the best. a. True b. False

b. False

Julissa wants to expose her son to woodworking activities, but he is not old enough or skilled enough to effectively use a hammer. What is the best action for Julissa? a. Use a predrilled woodworking kit. b. Provide him with wood glue. c. Hammer the nails for him. d. Wait until he's old enough to hammer.

b. Provide him with wood glue.

Which area most effectively promotes both scientific understanding and aesthetic sensitivity for young children? a. sports b. nature c. puppetry d. technology

b. nature

While practicing rational counting, Jemma instructs the students to touch each object as they count them. Jemma is fostering the development of: a. rote counting. b. one-to-one correspondence. c. rational comparison. d. volume conservation.

b. one-to-one correspondence.

Which puppets make the most natural transition from puppetry to creative drama? a. stick puppets b. people puppets c. finger puppets d. bag puppets

b. people puppets

The word collage comes from the French word coller, meaning to: a. "create or destroy." b. "assemble and disassemble." c. "paste or stick." d. "craft and construct."

c. "paste or stick."

Olav is concerned because one of his preschool students repeatedly asks him to read the same book, and when alone, the child only looks at that one book. Which action would best support the child's emergent reading? a. Refuse to repeatedly read the same book. b. Tell her she should focus on other books. c. Allow her to work with the familiar text. d. Hide the book but suggest similar ones.

c. Allow her to work with the familiar text.

Two students begin bickering and fighting in class. Their teacher Toby explains, "it's important to use words, express our feelings, and really listen to each other." Which strategy is Toby using? a. Don't hurt anybody. b. Focus on critical thinking. c. Form common bonds. d. Use words.

d. Use words.

When picking a poem to read aloud to a preschool class, the teacher should remember that young children: a. find poems especially challenging. b. prefer abstract topics. c. benefit most from rhyming poetry. d. enjoy poems that relate to their lives.

d. enjoy poems that relate to their lives.

Clinton is learning about food in class and observes that a ball of cookie dough flattens out while it bakes. What skill is he learning? a. shape naming b. specialization c. coordination d. heat transfer

a. shape naming

Ramon wants to teach his first graders printmaking by using Styrofoam. The most developmentally appropriate way for them to create a design in the Styrofoam is by using: a. glue. b. permanent markers. c. scissors. d. sandpaper.

b. permanent markers.

Which inquiry-based learning skill most helps students understand multiple perspectives? a. collecting b. observing c. listening d. recording

c. listening

Which label indicates that art materials are safe only for children older than 12 years? a. certified product b. health label c. nontoxic d. approved product

b. health label

Which question promotes inquiry-based learning? a. "What do you notice about that plant?" b. "Has anyone seen a zebra before?" c. "If I pick this leaf, will the plant live?" d. "Is a dolphin considered to be a fish?"

a. "What do you notice about that plant?"

The mantra of Common Core State Standard advocates is: a. "fewer and deeper." b. "craft and structure." c. "complexity and analysis." d. "success for all.

a. "fewer and deeper."

Children under six months of age should not be given fruit juice. a. True b. False

a. True

Before planning any food activities, a teacher must first contact the parents to: a. ascertain any food allergies the child may have. b. obtain permission to teach the child cooking skills. c. ask them to participate in the activity. d. inquire about what foods the child likes and dislikes

a. ascertain any food allergies the child may have.

Reclaimed or found objects are particularly good for use in: a. assemblage. b. painting. c. modeling. d. sketching.

a. assemblage.

While observing a class, Herman notices the students divide themselves into groups according to gender and accuse the opposite sex of having "cooties." Herman is most likely observing children who are _____ years old. a. four b. 10 c. six d. 14

b. 10

By eighth grade, most students view mathematics as interesting and fun. a. True b. False

b. False

Creative dramatics works best when teachers provide a solid and close-ended beginning structure. a. True b. False

b. False

Children older than five years old who are offered various materials to work with can typically accomplish which task? a. Follow instructions, but are unable to create something unique. b. Find alternative ways of accomplishing similar tasks. c. Use one or two materials only to express themselves. d. Focus only on one type of material to the exclusion of others

b. Find alternative ways of accomplishing similar tasks.

What organization developed the first national standards in the arts (dance, music, theater, and visual arts) and is currently revising these standards to describe a complete arts education in K-12? a. Arts Council of America b. National Art Education Association c. National Arts Standards Commission d. Art Teachers Association of America

b. National Art Education Association

Jaina, a preschool teacher, sets up a discovery center in her classroom where the children can explore on their own and participate in a variety of _____ science activities that stimulate curiosity, exploration, and problem solving. a. transferable b. informal c. immediate d. formal

b. informal

Maxine is a preschool teacher. Because her students are still developing language skills, how should Maxine respond to a child who throws things at others? a. "Behave." b. "Be nice." c. "Don't throw things at others." d. "Think about your actions.

c. "Don't throw things at others."

Theresa draws with hard pressure on a paper and then covers the drawing with thin paint, giving the impression of a night picture. What is she making? a. mono-print b. projected-relief c. crayon-resist d. plate-print

c. crayon-resist

Creative drama is always: a. scripted. b. complex. c. improvised. d. narrated.

c. improvised.

What is the best way to adapt assemblage or collage materials for a child with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)? a. Use only muted colors in the materials. b. Offer glue sticks instead of white glue. c. Make materials large and easy to see. d. Place only a few materials on the table at a time.

d. Place only a few materials on the table at a time.

Ming is focused on preparing her preschool students for social studies in the elementary years. Which approach is a developmentally appropriate approach for her objective? a. explaining the basics of capitalism b. reading the Declaration of Independence c. showing a history video about Joan of Arc d. drawing a map of the classroom

d. drawing a map of the classroom

How do fetuses respond to sounds from outside the womb? a. They respond with physical movement. b. They respond only through increased brain activity. c. They do not respond. d. They mimic sound back through echo.

a. They respond with physical movement.

While making collages, Kurt shows his students how to crumple, overlap, fold, roll, and twist paper. What principle of collage is Kurt demonstrating? a. spatial organization b. abstract design composition c. order and disorder d. three-dimensional effects

d. three-dimensional effects

Gita is teaching students about fruits and vegetables. They taste a variety of produce (raw and cooked using various methods), practice washing and cutting the fruits and vegetables, and pair them to make different recipes. What is the most appropriate follow-up activity for Gita's lesson? a. creating a food pyramid chart b. drawing favorite foods c. taking a dairy farm field trip d. visiting a produce stand

d. visiting a produce stand

Jerri works with toddlers in a day care center. Is paper pulp modeling appropriate for her students? a. No, because there are too many steps for them to follow. b. Yes, because it allows them to creatively express themselves. c. No, because they will not have the required fine motor skills. d. Yes, because it develops a good understanding of form.

a. No, because there are too many steps for them to follow.

Kavita's mother teaches her the steps to a traditional dance. Is this a creative movement activity? a. No; Kavita's mother planned a structured activity. b. No; Kavita's mother did not use enough forethought. c. Yes; Kavita and her mother are moving. d. Yes; Kavita is learning about movement.

a. No; Kavita's mother planned a structured activity.

Studies have shown that children with visual impairments tend to have poor levels of physical fitness. a. True b. False

a. True

The skill of comparing seems to come easily and naturally to children, especially when it is a personal comparison: "My shoes are newer than yours." a. True b. False

a. True

Putting things together that are alike or that belong together is termed: a. classification. b. rote summation. c. conceptualization. d. ordinal counting.

a. classification.

Science should be viewed as a(n): a. ongoing part of the total curriculum. b. supplement to mathematics curriculum. c. highly structured daily routine. d. experiment with a clearly defined solution.

a. ongoing part of the total curriculum.

The best place for a teacher to put an alphabet display is: a. along the top of the chalkboard. b. along the wall at eye level. c. on a mural-sized bulletin board. d. from top to bottom on the classroom door.

b. along the wall at eye level.

Which clay product is likely to be created by a child in the later stages of development? a. snake b. ball c. dog d. cube

b. ball

Gill is helping paint a large watercolor panel to cover a classroom wall. The panel will tell the story of the first days of school. Gill is painting a: a. batik. b. mural. c. collage. d. mosaic.

b. mural.

Kirstie used to bump into just about everything and everyone, but creative movement exercises have helped her become more aware of the space around her. Which benefit of creative movement did Kirstie experience? a. sensory regulation b. motor control c. concentration d. body awareness

d. body awareness

Josiah teaches young toddlers in a daycare facility. What must he be sure to include when planning the room? a. plush chairs b. various stations c. rules poster d. open spaces

d. open spaces

Charlene, a second-grade teacher, would like to help her students with dramatic play. She gathers together a variety of everyday items that have a common theme and creates a(n): a. dramatic play kit. b. aesthetics assemblage. c. play schematic. d. story block.

a. dramatic play kit.

Merida plans a cooking and nutrition activity for her first-grade students, which involves them carefully following her instructions to create a healthy snack. Is this a creative food activity? a. Yes; they will learn about healthy eating habits. b. No; following instructions closely inhibits creativity. c. Yes; the students are creating food. d. No; it is too challenging, developmentally speaking.

b. No; following instructions closely inhibits creativity.

Sebastian teaches early childhood English as a Second Language (ESL) students. To support language development, he spends most of the class time reviewing vocabulary and grammar rules. Is this the best approach to encourage language development? a. No; they should learn vocabulary before grammar. b. No; it does not allow for active and diverse learning. c. Yes; it exposes them to the formal rules of language. d. Yes; it will allow them to quickly learn the language.

b. No; it does not allow for active and diverse learning.

Inez is word smart but does not seem to be interested in her art class. What task should the art teacher assign Inez to facilitate her engagement? a. Hand out supplies. b. Read instructions aloud. c. Act out safety procedures. d. Organize and sort materials.

b. Read instructions aloud.

Jorge is engaged in an art activity that his teacher has designed. What behavior indicates to Jorge's teacher that he is motivated? a. He tells other students how to draw. b. He often finishes his art projects before other students. c. He spends a lot of time examining art materials. d. He moves his body a lot when creating art.

c. He spends a lot of time examining art materials.

Jai likes to dance around the living room as the mood strikes him and sometimes even dances when there is no music. When Jai is dancing without musical accompaniment, is he still engaging in creative movement? a. No; music guides creative movement. b. No; creative movement requires rhythm. c. Yes; this indicates that he is imitating someone. d. Yes; music is not required for creative movement.

d. Yes; music is not required for creative movement.

Keeping a journal of cooking experiences is a good way for older students to develop _____ skills. a. literacy b. negotiation c. sensory d. cooperative

a. literacy

A two- or three-year-old toddler is most likely capable of which activity? a. pouring wet ingredients into dry ingredients b. beating eggs for meringue c. following a written recipe d. kneading dough briskly

a. pouring wet ingredients into dry ingredients

When introducing new shapes to students, the teacher should begin with: a. reviewing familiar shapes. b. explaining how to calculate the area of a shape. c. counting the sides of various shapes. d. showing a shape in many different colors.

a. reviewing familiar shapes.

When planning weekly art activities, Kiera works hard to make sure every activity is different. Is this an appropriate method of creating weekly plans? a. No; teachers should create a balance between the familiar and the new. b. Yes; student's creativity and complex thought will be stimulated. c. No; teachers should only use familiar activities to build competence. d. Yes; students will get bored with the same tasks repeatedly

a. No; teachers should create a balance between the familiar and the new.

Decisions should be left to children when it comes to informal activities promoting creativity and scientific exploration; in other words, help from the teacher should not take the form of orders about what to do and what not to do. a. True b. False

a. True

Kelsey and Lena are playing together with blocks. While Kelsey piles them up, Lena points out that they should place the biggest blocks on bottom and smaller blocks on top. Lena is demonstrating growth in the mathematical area of: a. classification. b. volume. c. sequencing. d. number.

a. classification.

A finger puppet that slips over an individual finger is called a: a. finger-cap. b. finger-arm. c. finger-leg. d. finger-face.

a. finger-cap.

The three types of science experiences for young children are: a. formal, informal, and incidental. b. play, inquiry, and evaluative. c. structured, unstructured, and naturalistic. d. natural, physical, and social

a. formal, informal, and incidental.

Russell, a fourth-grade teacher, instructs his class to clap along to the rhythm of a song as it plays. He notices one of his students is instead patting his leg. Russell should: a. imitate the child by patting his own leg. b. demonstrate hand clapping for the whole class. c. remind the student quietly to clap his hands instead. d. ignore the child's actions.

a. imitate the child by patting his own leg.

To address the daily life realities of cultural diversity and issues surrounding bias, the NAEYC developed the concept of the antibias classroom, which is a type of: a. inclusive environment. b. language literacy instruction. c. materials assessment. d. cultural standardization.

a. inclusive environment.

When children are finished with modeling clay, the best way to store it is in a(n): a. sealed container with a wet cloth. b. refrigerator or freezer exposed to the air. c. airtight baggie with no liquid. d. container halfway filled with water.

a. sealed container with a wet cloth.

When discussing the daily schedule, parents should use _____ words to help children develop mathematical concepts. a. sequential b. monosyllabic c. abstract d. subjective

a. sequential

At around _____ of age, children jump, run, and walk to music, have self-control, are attentive, have a longer attention span, and use more words. a. three years b. one year c. two years d. 10 months

a. three years

In the sand and water station, children can use containers of different sizes and shapes to make comparisons based on: a. volume. b. aggregation. c. pressure. d. flexibility.

a. volume.

Pooja goes with her mother to drop their car off to be fixed. While waiting, they visit the bakery next door and buy bread from the baker. Which social studies lesson is Pooja likely to learn from the trip? a. Fixing a car and buying bread are essential tasks. b. People in a community help each other. c. People only provide services to certain people. d. Bakeries smell delicious and are expensive.

b. People in a community help each other.

Gael wants to encourage his students to pay attention to lines, colors, and other design principles in their art. Which project is the best starting point for Gael's lesson? a. Dramatize stories, animals, birds, and so on. b. Take digital pictures while on a walking trip. c. Hang artwork by famous artists without specifically discussing them. d. Gather a collection of items for a touch-and-see display.

b. Take digital pictures while on a walking trip.

Trey is looking for healthy snacks to teach his kindergarten students about foods made without pesticides and synthetic fertilizers. He prefers that 95% of the ingredients in the food meet those standards. Trey should look for food labeled: a. made with organic ingredients. b. USDA organic. c. 95% natural. d. vegan.

b. USDA organic.

Cassius initiates a modeling project with his students using clay. Which additional skill will his students build through the modeling experience? a. attention span b. adaptability c. patience d. critical thinking

b. adaptability

One barrier to teaching the concept of peace is that most adults define peace: a. in abstract terms that children cannot understand. b. by what it is not, instead of what it is. c. with reference to political events that are inappropriate for classroom discussion. d. as a purely moral, not a practical, issue.

b. by what it is not, instead of what it is.

Zara, a kindergarten teacher, is planning her music curriculum. Which activity is best suited for her students? a. recognizing notation by sound b. learning basic musical concepts and terms c. discussing the impact of major musical works d. singing in parts, rounds, and harmony

b. learning basic musical concepts and terms

When putting her baby doll to bed, Chloe, a five-year-old girl, covers the doll with a blanket and says that it is "sleepy time." Chloe's behavior demonstrates the process of imitating what has been observed, known as _____ behavior. a. kinesthetic b. modeling c. anchoring d. didactic

b. modeling

Which type of clay is best for children to work with and is also the most practical choice from the teacher's standpoint? a. dry form Plasticene b. moist form potter's clay c. dry form potter's clay d. moist form Plasticene

b. moist form potter's clay

Creative movement can help a child develop concentration by: a. requiring them to focus on the choreography. b. teaching them what focus feels like. c. enhancing sensory awareness of the world. d. showing them how to accept their feelings.

b. teaching them what focus feels like.

Simon, a fourth-grade teacher, is thinking about how to incorporate music into his classroom. Which aspect will help him provide the most enjoyable experience? a. singing one by one b. varying the rhythm c. repeating familiar music d. practicing notation

b. varying the rhythm

Deandra, a kindergarten student, is playing in the dramatic play center. Her teacher notices that she is hyperactive, specifically, that she frequently moves around and has trouble sitting still. At the same time, she continues in the dramatic play with her classmates. Should Deandra's teacher intervene? a. Yes; students must learn to remain calm. b. Yes; hyperactivity takes away from the students' learning experience. c. No; hyperactivity in and of itself does not get in the way of the students' learning. d. No; students do not have to focus for play situations to be productive.

c. No; hyperactivity in and of itself does not get in the way of the students' learning.

While observing a preschool class, a student teacher notices the classroom teacher referring to the students as "honey." The student teacher later asks her advisor if this is a good idea. How should her advisor respond? a. Yes; it avoids misnaming students by the teacher. b. No; it blurs the meaning of "honey." c. No; it fails to recognize the uniqueness of each child. d. Yes; it offers students validation and acceptance.

c. No; it fails to recognize the uniqueness of each child.

Karla, a preschool teacher, is planning a science experiment during which the children compare different cup sizes. She already has a set of cups consisting of various colors and sizes. Should she use those cups? a. Yes; the cups will allow children to compare two elements (e.g., size and color). b. Yes; the cups will adequately show the different sizes. c. No; the cups could lead to distraction due to the different colors. d. No; the cups should consists of different shapes (as well as colors and sizes).

c. No; the cups could lead to distraction due to the different colors.

Firenzio plans a lesson describing how the Chinese New Year is different from American New Year celebrations. He hopes the lesson will facilitate an appreciation of the Chinese culture, but the danger is that it will: a. make the students angry that China celebrates differently. b. leave the students confused about New Year celebrations. c. cause his students from the Chinese culture to feel different. d. create jealousy toward the students from the Chinese culture.

c. cause his students from the Chinese culture to feel different.

The Common Core State Standards set grade-specific standards, but do not: a. explain what students should be able to do. b. include expertise levels educators should seek to develop. c. define intervention methods or materials. d. define what students should understand.

c. define intervention methods or materials.

When teachers take the time to celebrate small accomplishments and share their own positive feelings with a class, they convey that: a. all accomplishments are equal. b. accomplishments must be shared. c. feelings are important. d. all feelings must be shared.

c. feelings are important.

Which scenario is representative of actual dramatic play? a. pretending to be asleep when given a pillow b. putting on a sweater when acting cold c. holding a spoon as if it was a microphone d. feeding a baby doll by giving it a bottle

c. holding a spoon as if it was a microphone

Chase is encouraging his fourth-grade students to play organized games with complex rules and strategies. This is appropriate for the fourth graders because it ties into their: a. refined gross motor patterns. b. energetic and fast-paced nature. c. increased attention span. d. need to be competitive

c. increased attention span.

The most effective way for children to learn is through: a. centralized instruction. b. the recall of information. c. learning by doing. d. the assessment of answers.

c. learning by doing.

Ajanti is working with her students on printmaking. She has them apply paint to paper and then carefully apply another sheet of paper on top. They then make a design in the paint by pressing crayons down on the top paper. Which printmaking technique is Ajanti teaching her students? a. stencil b. batik c. monoprint d. brayer

c. monoprint

Kirk has a physical impairment that requires him to use crutches when walking. To facilitate Kirk's physical development, his teacher should: a. let him serve solely as the time keeper and music director for movement activities. b. give him the same instructions as his classmates and expect the same level of involvement. c. understand he may be more limited in the time that he can do physical activity. d. offer assistance to him whenever he is moving so that he can keep up with the group.

c. understand he may be more limited in the time that he can do physical activity.

The National Research Council standards established in 1996 promote a(n): a. experimental approach to policy reform. b. mainstreaming approach to education curriculum. c. research-based approach to the arts. d. dynamic understanding of scientific principles.

d. dynamic understanding of scientific principles.

Music should be viewed by teachers as a(n): a. complement to physical education. b. structured and individual activity. c. peripheral part of the curriculum. d. experience to be offered.

d. experience to be offered.

Giselle knows that adding white paint to red makes pink and painting with a thin brush will make a finer line than a wider brush. Giselle is likely to be ____ year(s) old. a. one b. three c. two d. five

d. five

Amari would like his kindergarten students to have plenty of language and conversational opportunities and decides to institute an organized sharing time for his class. Which size of groups should be assigned for this activity? a. eight person groups b. whole class grouping c. half class groupings d. five person groups

d. five person groups

In the fifth grade, students begin to lose _____, so teachers should encourage physical movement such as tumbling and stunts. a. muscle tone b. energy c. coordination d. flexibility

d. flexibility

Kelso introduces a food activity to his science students that promotes development of their sensory and observational skills in science. Which activity should you recommend? a. cutting a recipe in half and following it through b. designing a variety of sculptures made of food to display c. exploring different adjectives to describe food d. observing textures and tastes of different foods

d. observing textures and tastes of different foods

Win, a second-grade teacher, is presenting a new song to his class. First, he tells a brief story to introduce the song, sings a few bars, and then asks the children to repeat it. This is the _____ method. a. whole-song b. modeling c. spiraling d. phrase-wise

d. phrase-wise

Which term refers to the movement of sounds through time? a. dynamics b. harmony c. syncopation d. rhythm

d. rhythm

Numbers repeated in a sequence with little meaning is called _____ counting, whereas understanding that the last number counted is the total number of objects counted is called _____ counting. a. rote; irrational b. rational; rote c. rational; irrational d. rote; rational

d. rote; rational

Nadia, a fifth-grade teacher, asks a student to walk across the room at different speeds. As the student walks, she presses a key on the piano based on their walking speed. This is a good way to help the children develop: a. concepts of form. b. syncopation skills. c. textural sensitivity. d. sensitivity to rhythm.

d. sensitivity to rhythm.