JEAN PIAGET

Who is the psychologist behind the theory of cognitive development discussed in the text?

• Sigmund Freud

• Jean Piaget

• B. F. Skinner

• Lev Vygotsky

What are schemas according to Piaget's theory?

• Physical structures

• Mental structures

• Social structures

• Emotional structures

Which process involves incorporating new information into existing schemas?

• Schema formation

• Assimilation

• Equilibration

• Accommodation

What is the term used when existing schemas are modified to accommodate new information?

• Assimilation

• Equilibration

• Schema adjustment

• Accommodation

According to Piaget, what do children constantly seek a balance between?

• Equilibration and accommodation

• Schema and assimilation

• Assimilation and accommodation

• Schema and equilibration

How many stages of cognitive development did Piaget outline in his theory?

• 3

• 2

• 5

• 4

Which stage of cognitive development involves exploring the world through senses and motor actions?

• Pre-operational Stage

• Concrete Operational Stage

• Formal Operational Stage

• Sensorimotor Stage

At what age range do children typically enter the Pre-operational Stage?

• 12 years and up

• 7 to 11 years

• 2 to 7 years

• Birth to 2 years

What ability do children develop during the Concrete Operational Stage?

• Symbolic play

• Logical thinking about concrete objects

• Egocentric thinking

• Abstract thinking

Which stage marks the highest level of cognitive development according to Piaget?

• Sensorimotor Stage

• Pre-operational Stage

• Formal Operational Stage

• Concrete Operational Stage