Child Development Stages Quiz: Trivia!

1. A mother brings son to the hospital for a routine check-up. You ask if the child is able to walk and the mother states he hasn't yet walked. At what age group should a child start walking and at what age group should you be worried if the child doesn't walk?

9 months, 12 months

12 months, 18 months

15 months, 18 months

15 months, 2 years

6mnths: sits without support 9mnths: stands holding on or pull to stand 12mnths: walks if held, may take a few steps 15mnths:broad based gait 18 months: SQUATS

Explanation

6mnths: sits without support 9mnths: stands holding on or pull to stand 12mnths: walks if held, may take a few steps 15mnths:broad based gait 18 months: SQUATS

2. A 2-year-old child is able to draw vertical line and copy it.

True

False

Fine motor skills: 15 month > To and Fro scribble 18 month > Circular scribble 2 years > Copies vertical lines 3 years > Copies circle 4 years > Copies cross 5 years > Copies triangle

Explanation

Fine motor skills: 15 month > To and Fro scribble 18 month > Circular scribble 2 years > Copies vertical lines 3 years > Copies circle 4 years > Copies cross 5 years > Copies triangle

3. A 9 month child is able to point a picture in book.

True

False

9 month are able to point with index finger generally but aren't yet able to localize a picture in a book and turn pages usually 18 month children can.

Explanation

9 month are able to point with index finger generally but aren't yet able to localize a picture in a book and turn pages usually 18 month children can.

4. You're a medical student who attends a pediatrics OPD and notice an egositic doctor talking to a mother reassuring her that her son's right-hand preference at the age of 9 months is of no significant issue.

True

False

True. The development of hand preference begins in infancy, with infants developing unilateral manipulation skills—the ability to use one hand—at 7 to 9 months of age. However, it is not until 10 to 11 months that they develop a true consistent hand preference. The majority of the time, hand dominance in children begins to stabilize around 18 months to 2 years of age. Therefore, a right-hand preference at the age of 9 months is not necessarily indicative of the child’s final hand dominance, and it’s not a cause for concern.

Explanation

True. The development of hand preference begins in infancy, with infants developing unilateral manipulation skills—the ability to use one hand—at 7 to 9 months of age. However, it is not until 10 to 11 months that they develop a true consistent hand preference. The majority of the time, hand dominance in children begins to stabilize around 18 months to 2 years of age. Therefore, a right-hand preference at the age of 9 months is not necessarily indicative of the child’s final hand dominance, and it’s not a cause for concern.

5. A 9-month infant will be able to say dada and mama whenever he/she sees them.

True

False

9-month infant may or may not mention these 2 words usually non-specifically.

Explanation

9-month infant may or may not mention these 2 words usually non-specifically.

6. At what age group does an infant start getting Stranger Anxiety?

3 months

6 months

9 months

12 months

A baby isn't shy from the ages of 3 weeks to 6 months.

Explanation

A baby isn't shy from the ages of 3 weeks to 6 months.

7. A mother brings her daughter to a GP clinic for a standard check-up. As the GP you start assessing the infant's developmental milestone, she is able to align her head to her body briefly. What age group is she?

6 weeks

3 months

6 months

9 months

Since she's still young she is unable to keep a ventral position of her head in line to her body until she reaches 6 months where there will be no head lag.

Explanation

Since she's still young she is unable to keep a ventral position of her head in line to her body until she reaches 6 months where there will be no head lag.

8. At what age would the average child acquire the ability to build a tower of three blocks?

12 months

2 years

15 months

18 months

Bricks:
15 months Tower of 2
18 months Tower of 3
2 years Tower of 6
3 years Tower of 9

Explanation

Bricks:
15 months Tower of 2
18 months Tower of 3
2 years Tower of 6
3 years Tower of 9

9. A 12-month-old infant is able to align 2 bricks vertically.

True

False

12 month bangs bricks together. 15-month infant can align 2 bricks together vertically. 2 year builds a tower of 6 bricks.

Explanation

12 month bangs bricks together. 15-month infant can align 2 bricks together vertically. 2 year builds a tower of 6 bricks.

10. What age is he?

9months

3 years

Two and half years

15 months

Social skill: Children start using cups and spoons after 12 months (Specifically 15 months according to RCSI logbook)

Explanation

Social skill: Children start using cups and spoons after 12 months (Specifically 15 months according to RCSI logbook)

11. A child approaches you saying " you like a teddy?" ' teddy is best" you roughly estimate his age to be:

12 months

18 months

2 years

3 years

3 word sentences can be formed by 2 year old's. RCSI logbook guidelines.

Explanation

3 word sentences can be formed by 2 year old's. RCSI logbook guidelines.

12. A child at the mall is struggling to climb the stairs, placing one leg on each step. This behavior suggests the child is likely around 2 years old.

True

False

At around 2 years old, children are typically learning to climb stairs, often placing both feet on each step before moving to the next one. This developmental milestone can involve some struggle as they build balance and coordination.

Explanation

At around 2 years old, children are typically learning to climb stairs, often placing both feet on each step before moving to the next one. This developmental milestone can involve some struggle as they build balance and coordination.

13. What age group is an infant able to chew biscuit? what skill is chewing biscuit considered as?

3 months, fine motor skill

6 months, gross motor skill

9 months, social skill

6 months, fine motor skill

Chewing a biscuit is considered a social skill at 9 months. At this age, infants are typically able to chew solid foods and participate in social eating experiences with others. Chewing involves the coordination of different muscles in the mouth and the ability to manipulate and break down food. It is an important milestone in a child's development as it signifies their readiness for a variety of solid foods and the ability to participate in shared meals with family and friends.

Explanation

Chewing a biscuit is considered a social skill at 9 months. At this age, infants are typically able to chew solid foods and participate in social eating experiences with others. Chewing involves the coordination of different muscles in the mouth and the ability to manipulate and break down food. It is an important milestone in a child's development as it signifies their readiness for a variety of solid foods and the ability to participate in shared meals with family and friends.

14. At age of _____ months, children start bottom-shuffle and it's a family trait.

At the age of 9 months, children start bottom-shuffling, which refers to a method of crawling where they move on their bottoms instead of using their hands and knees. This behavior is considered a family trait, meaning that it is commonly observed among members of the same family.

Explanation

At the age of 9 months, children start bottom-shuffling, which refers to a method of crawling where they move on their bottoms instead of using their hands and knees. This behavior is considered a family trait, meaning that it is commonly observed among members of the same family.

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15. Hearing/Speech of a 12-month baby?

Distraction hearing tests

Can pronounce names

Obeys simple commands

Says a few words

Distraction hearing tests are seen in 9 months babies

Explanation

Distraction hearing tests are seen in 9 months babies

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16. What are the fine motor skills of a 6-week infant?

Fixes and follows to 90 degrees

Plays with own hands

Grasp reflex

Turns to light

Plays with own hands are seen in 3month old babies according to RCSI.

Explanation

Plays with own hands are seen in 3month old babies according to RCSI.

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17. Match the following choices corresponding to their correct age group.

Palmar grasp

Early pincer grip ( uses 3 fingers)

Neat pincer grip ( 2 fingers)

Object held at midline

grasp reflex

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18. Gross motor of 3-year-olds.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

1. Skips -- seen in 5-year-olds 3. Walk on tiptoes -- seen in 3 year olds 4. Throws a ball -- seen in 3 year olds 2. Hops -- seen in 4 year olds 5. Catches ball -- seen in 5 year olds 6. Pedals a tricycle -- seen in 3 year olds 7. Kicks a ball -- seen in 2-year-olds

Explanation

1. Skips -- seen in 5-year-olds 3. Walk on tiptoes -- seen in 3 year olds 4. Throws a ball -- seen in 3 year olds 2. Hops -- seen in 4 year olds 5. Catches ball -- seen in 5 year olds 6. Pedals a tricycle -- seen in 3 year olds 7. Kicks a ball -- seen in 2-year-olds

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19. Match the following

Tripod sits

Cruises around furniture

lifts upper chest up only

Walks carrying toy

Automatic stepping and walking

Runs on toes

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20. 12 month babies can say a _____ words, however, 15-month babies can mention _____ words and 18 month can list _____ words.

The given answer states that 12-month-old babies can say a few words, while 15-month-old babies can mention several words. By the time they reach 18 months, babies can list between 2-6 words or even 6-20 words. This progression suggests that as babies grow older, their vocabulary expands, and they are able to express themselves with a wider range of words.

Explanation

The given answer states that 12-month-old babies can say a few words, while 15-month-old babies can mention several words. By the time they reach 18 months, babies can list between 2-6 words or even 6-20 words. This progression suggests that as babies grow older, their vocabulary expands, and they are able to express themselves with a wider range of words.

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21. The stage of development in which a child begins to think logically about concrete events and understands the concept of conservation is known as the Concrete __________ stage.

The concrete operational stage, as defined by Jean Piaget, occurs between the ages of 7 and 11. During this stage, children gain the ability to think logically about concrete events, understand the concept of conservation (the idea that quantity remains the same despite changes in shape or appearance), and develop a better understanding of mental operations.

Explanation

The concrete operational stage, as defined by Jean Piaget, occurs between the ages of 7 and 11. During this stage, children gain the ability to think logically about concrete events, understand the concept of conservation (the idea that quantity remains the same despite changes in shape or appearance), and develop a better understanding of mental operations.

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22. Fine motor skills of 9 month infant

Point with index finger

Late pincer grip

Looks for fallen objects

To and fro scribble

Sees small objects

Reaches for small objects

Early pincer grip

The "late pincer grip" is seen in 12 months, allowing the child to pick up small objects. They can also engage in "to and fro scribble." By 15 months, the child can build a tower of 2 blocks.

Explanation

The "late pincer grip" is seen in 12 months, allowing the child to pick up small objects. They can also engage in "to and fro scribble." By 15 months, the child can build a tower of 2 blocks.

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23. Fine motor/Vision of a 15-month child.

Points to a picture in book

Gives toy to parent

Sees small objects

Tower of 2 bricks

Hand preference

To and fro scribble

Points to a picture in book > 18 month
Gives toy to parent > 12 month
Hand preference > 18 month

Explanation

Points to a picture in book > 18 month
Gives toy to parent > 12 month
Hand preference > 18 month

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24. When a child drops an object he/she realizes it's [Blank1] at age group of [Blank2].

At the age of 9 months, a child begins to develop object permanence, which means they understand that objects continue to exist even when they are out of sight. When a child drops an object and realizes it, it demonstrates their understanding of permanence.

Explanation

At the age of 9 months, a child begins to develop object permanence, which means they understand that objects continue to exist even when they are out of sight. When a child drops an object and realizes it, it demonstrates their understanding of permanence.

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25. Mixed skills.

Asks 'how' and 'when' questions