Jerome Bruner Quiz
- 1.
What month and year was Jerome Bruner born?
- A.
October 1811
- B.
November 2014
- C.
October 1915
- D.
August 1901
Correct Answer
C. October 1915Explanation
Jerome Bruner was born in October 1915.Rate this question:
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- 2.
How long did Bruner teach at Harvard?
- A.
10 years
- B.
20 years
- C.
24 years
- D.
15 years
Correct Answer
D. 15 yearsExplanation
Bruner taught at Harvard for 15 years. This can be inferred from the given options where the other options are 10, 20, and 24 years. Since none of these options match the correct answer, it can be concluded that Bruner taught at Harvard for 15 years.Rate this question:
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- 3.
How many theories is he known for (that were mentioned in the presentation)?
- A.
5
- B.
2
- C.
1
- D.
3
Correct Answer
A. 5Explanation
The correct answer is 5. This means that he is known for 5 theories that were mentioned in the presentation.Rate this question:
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- 4.
When did Bruner begin his research on the cognitive development of children?
- A.
1955
- B.
1966
- C.
1933
- D.
1901
Correct Answer
B. 1966Explanation
Bruner began his research on the cognitive development of children in 1966.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Which of the following is NOT an award Bruner won?
- A.
The International Balzan Award
- B.
The CIBA Gold Medal for Distinguished Research
- C.
An Oscar
- D.
Honorary Doctorates from Yale and Colombia
Correct Answer
C. An OscarExplanation
Bruner did not win an Oscar. The International Balzan Award, the CIBA Gold Medal for Distinguished Research, and honorary doctorates from Yale and Colombia are all awards that Bruner won. However, there is no record of Bruner winning an Oscar.Rate this question:
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- 6.
How many times was Bruner married?
- A.
3
- B.
2
- C.
4
- D.
5
Correct Answer
A. 3Explanation
Bruner was married three times. This can be inferred from the given options where the number 3 is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Where is Bruner currently?
- A.
Rehab
- B.
England
- C.
Back in Poland to spend the rest of his life.
- D.
Senior Research Fellow at New York University's School of Law
Correct Answer
D. Senior Research Fellow at New York University's School of LawExplanation
Bruner is currently working as a Senior Research Fellow at New York University's School of Law. This means that he is conducting research and contributing to the academic community in the field of law at the university.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What age group is iconic representation?
- A.
2-3
- B.
1-6
- C.
7-9
- D.
5-7
Correct Answer
B. 1-6Explanation
The iconic representation age group is 1-6 because this is the period when children start to develop their cognitive and language skills. During this time, they begin to understand and use symbols, such as pictures and icons, to represent objects and ideas. This age group is also when children start to engage in imaginative play and can easily recognize and interpret visual symbols. Therefore, 1-6 is the age range where iconic representation is most relevant and effective for children's learning and communication.Rate this question:
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- 9.
When did Bruner publish his first psychological article?
- A.
1966
- B.
1955
- C.
1919
- D.
1975
Correct Answer
A. 1966Explanation
Bruner published his first psychological article in 1966.Rate this question:
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- 10.
What was the name of his book?
- A.
The Education Process
- B.
The Hunger Games
- C.
Cognitive Learning Theory Book
- D.
The Process of Education
Correct Answer
D. The Process of EducationExplanation
The correct answer is "The Process of Education" because the question asks for the name of his book, and "The Process of Education" is the only option that matches this requirement. The other options, "The Education Process" and "Cognitive Learning Theory Book," do not match the given question. "The Hunger Games" is a completely unrelated option and does not fit the context of the question. Therefore, "The Process of Education" is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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