PDEC 207 TEST

What is play's role in learning and self-development?

• It obstructs learning and self-development

• It has no impact on learning and self-development

• It assists learning and self-development

• It is mandatory for learning and self-development

How can play be undertaken?

• Only as part of a planned activity

• Only in groups with adult supervision

• Only by individuals spontaneously

• Either spontaneously or as part of a planned activity, by individuals or groups

According to Garvey (1977), how is play perceived by children?

• Natural, enjoyable, voluntary, spontaneous, and goal-directed

• Forced, obligatory, structured, and planned

• Stressful, competitive, and goal-oriented

• Non-voluntary, unnatural, and unwanted

How did Frobel describe the relationship between play and education?

• Play hinders education and learning

• Play is the opposite of education

• Play complements education and enhances learning

• Play has no connection to education

What materials does Frobel suggest are essential for play?

• Work-related tools and equipment

• Various materials like water, sand, clay, plasticine, etc

• Academic textbooks and writing materials

• Only toys and games

How is work different from play?

• Work is goal-directed, while play is not

• Play is organized, while work is spontaneous

• Work is only undertaken by groups, while play is for individuals

• There is no difference; work and play are the same

How can activity be distinguished between play and work?

• By the level of enjoyment involved

• By the presence of others during the activity

• By the materials used in the activity

• By the intention behind the activity

What determines the predictability of milestone-based play activities?

• Cultural background

• The child's age and race

• The availability of toys and games

• The level of parental involvement

At what age does the number of play activities engaged in per week decrease significantly?

• Age 5

• Age 8

• Age 12

• Age 15

How does Stone describe babies' perception of their mothers during play?

• As solitary and detached

• As players and playthings

• As caregivers only

• As rivals for attention