Developmental Milestones: Quiz On Child Development Stages! Trivia
This trivia is on developmental milestones. It is a quiz on child development stages! As a pediatrician, there is a lot that you should know about children as they grow up and the different changes and threats they face. Take this interesting trivia and get to gauge how skilled you are when it comes to taking care of your patients.
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A mother brings her daughter to GP clinic for a standard check-up. As the GP you start assessing the infant's developmental milestone, she is able to lift her head to her body briefly. What age group is she?
- A.
6 weeks
- B.
3 months
- C.
6 months
- D.
9 months
Correct Answer
B. 3 monthsExplanation
An infant who is able to briefly lift her head to her body is demonstrating a developmental milestone typically achieved around 3 months of age. At this stage, most infants gain sufficient neck and upper body strength to lift their heads while lying on their stomachs, and they begin to have better control over head movements. This milestone is an early indicator of normal muscle development and motor control.Rate this question:
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A mother brings son to hospital for a routine check up. You ask if the child is able to walk and 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 doesnt walk?
- A.
9 months, 12 months
- B.
12 months, 18 months
- C.
15 months, 18 months
- D.
15 months, 2 years
Correct Answer
B. 12 months, 18 monthsExplanation
6mnths: sits without support 9mnths: stands holding on or pulls to stand 12mnths: walks if held, may take a few steps 15mnths:broad based gait 18 months: SQUATSRate this question:
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What are fine motor skills of a 6 week infant?
- A.
Fixes eyes on movement and follows to 90 degrees
- B.
Plays with own hands
- C.
Grasp reflex
- D.
Turns to light
Correct Answer(s)
A. Fixes eyes on movement and follows to 90 degrees
C. Grasp reflex
D. Turns to lightExplanation
Plays with own hands is seen in 3month old babies according to RCSI.Rate this question:
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- 4.
When a child drops an object he/she realizes it's [________] and that it didn't disappear; at the age of________.
Correct Answer(s)
permanence
9 monthsExplanation
At around 9 months of age, a child begins to develop object permanence, which is the understanding that objects continue to exist even when they are out of sight or not being interacted with. When a child drops an object and realizes that it didn't disappear, it indicates their emerging understanding of object permanence.Rate this question:
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What age group does an infant start getting Stranger Anxiety?
- A.
3 months
- B.
6 months
- C.
9 months
- D.
12 months
Correct Answer
B. 6 monthsExplanation
Stranger anxiety is a common developmental stage in infants where they exhibit fear or distress around unfamiliar people. It typically starts around 6 months of age, as infants become more aware of their surroundings and develop a stronger attachment to their primary caregivers. This anxiety can manifest as crying, clinging, or turning away from strangers. It is a normal part of development and usually subsides as infants gain more experience and social skills.Rate this question:
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- 6.
A 7 month infant will be able to say dada and mama whenever and accurately recognizes when he/she sees them.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
7 month infant may or may not mention these 2 words usually non-specifically. By 9 months they should consistently use these words appropriately if they've had the exposure.Rate this question:
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Hearing/Speech of a 12 month baby?
- A.
Distraction hearing tests
- B.
Can pronounce names
- C.
Obeys simple commands
- D.
Says a few words
Correct Answer(s)
B. Can pronounce names
C. Obeys simple commands
D. Says a few wordsExplanation
Distraction hearing tests are seen in 9 months babiesRate this question:
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12 month babies can say a ________ words, however, 15 month babies can mention [________] words and 18 month can list ________ words.
Correct Answer(s)
1-3
4-6
10-25Explanation
The given answer suggests that 12-month-old babies can say 1-3 words, 15-month-old babies can mention 4-6 words, and 18-month-old babies can list 10-25 words. This implies that as babies grow older, their language skills develop and they are able to say, mention, and list more words.Rate this question:
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What age group is an infant able to chew biscuit? what skill is chewing biscuit considered as?
- A.
3 months, fine motor skill
- B.
6 months, gross motor skill
- C.
9 months, social skill
- D.
6 months, fine motor skill
Correct Answer
D. 6 months, fine motor skillExplanation
Around 6 months of age, infants typically develop the ability to chew and swallow soft foods, such as biscuits. This skill is considered a fine motor skill, as it involves the coordination of small muscles in the mouth and tongue to manipulate and break down food. It is also a significant milestone in an infant's development, as it allows them to transition to a wider variety of foods and textures beyond liquids and purees.Rate this question:
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- 10.
A 12 month old infant is able to align/stack 2 blocks vertically(up and down).
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
12 month bangs blocks together. 15 month infant can align 2 blocks together vertically. 2 year builds a tower of 2 to 6 blocks.Rate this question:
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- 11.
A 9 month child is able to point to a picture in book or poke objects, but likely to tear pages in a book instead of turning them.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Fine motor skills of 9 month infant
- A.
Point with index finger
- B.
Late pincer grip
- C.
Looks for fallen objects
- D.
To and fro scribble
- E.
Sees small objects
- F.
Reaches for small objects
- G.
Early pincer(thumb and pointer 'pinch') grip
Correct Answer(s)
A. Point with index finger
C. Looks for fallen objects
F. Reaches for small objects
G. Early pincer(thumb and pointer 'pinch') gripExplanation
Late pincer grip seen in 12 months sees small objects, to and fro scribble, and a tower of 2 blocks is seen in 15 monthsRate this question:
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At the age of ________ children who start to bottom-shuffle instead of crawl are demonstrating a ________].
Correct Answer(s)
9 months
family traitExplanation
At the age of 9 months, children who start to bottom-shuffle instead of crawl are demonstrating a family trait. This means that it is common for children in their family to bottom-shuffle instead of crawling at this age.Rate this question:
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A developmental milestone for a 6-month-old infant is the ability to _______ unsupported.
Correct Answer(s)
Sit, sitExplanation
At around 6 months of age, most infants develop the core strength and balance to sit unsupported. This milestone is important for the development of motor skills, as it allows the infant to explore their environment and interact with objects in new ways.Rate this question:
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A child approaches you saying " my teddy?", "gimme best" you roughly estimate his age to be
- A.
12 months
- B.
18 months
- C.
2 years
- D.
3 years
Correct Answer
C. 2 yearsExplanation
2-word sentences can be formed by 2 years old's. American Early Childhood Ed. StandardsRate this question:
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You see a child in mall trying to climb stairs, he struggles with one leg at each step, you think he is about 2 years old.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
2 year olds can climb stairs using 2 legs at a step while 3- 4 year olds can use one leg at a timeRate this question:
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Fine motor/Vision of a 15-month child
- A.
Points to a picture in book
- B.
Gives toy to parent
- C.
Sees small objects
- D.
Tower of 2 blocks
- E.
Hand preference
- F.
To and fro scribble
Correct Answer(s)
C. Sees small objects
D. Tower of 2 blocks
F. To and fro scribbleExplanation
Points to a picture in book > 18 month Gives toy to parent > 12 month Hand preference > 18 monthRate this question:
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- 18.
A 2 year old child is able to draw vertical line and copy it.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
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 triangleRate this question:
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At what age would the average child acquire the ability to build a tower of three blocks?
- A.
12 months
- B.
2 years
- C.
15 months
- D.
18 months
Correct Answer
D. 18 monthsExplanation
Bricks: 15 months Tower of 2 18 months Tower of 3 2 years Tower of 6 3 years Tower of 9Rate this question:
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You're medical student who attend a paediatrics 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.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Hand preference develops in 18 month old children. Hand preference before 12 months is abnormal and may indicate cerebral palsyRate this question:
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Which of the following is NOT a typical developmental milestone for a 12-month-old infant?
- A.
Walking independently
- B.
Saying a few words, such as "mama" or "dada"
- C.
Reading simple sentences
- D.
Following simple instructions, such as "wave bye-bye"
Correct Answer
C. Reading simple sentencesExplanation
Reading simple sentences is a complex cognitive skill that typically develops later in childhood. At 12 months, most infants are focused on mastering fundamental skills like walking, talking, and understanding simple instructions.Rate this question:
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Gross motor of 3 year olds
- A.
Skips Walk on tip toes
- B.
Hops on one foot
- C.
Walk on tip toes
- D.
Throws a ball
- E.
Only lifts head and chest off floor
- F.
Peddles a Tricycle
Correct Answer(s)
C. Walk on tip toes
D. Throws a ball
F. Peddles a TricycleExplanation
1. Skips -- seen in 5 year olds 3. Walk on tip toes -- 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 oldsRate this question:
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