NOCTI ECE Quiz

What is the primary role of an early childhood educator?

• To provide medical care

• To facilitate learning and development

• To manage finances

• To enforce discipline

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Which of the following is a key component of a developmentally appropriate practice in early childhood education?

• Standardized testing

• Play-based learning

• Rigid schedules

• Homework assignments

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At what age range does early childhood education typically focus?

• Birth to 8 years

• 5 to 12 years

• 8 to 15 years

• 12 to 18 years

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Which theorist is known for the concept of the "Zone of Proximal Development"?

• Jean Piaget

• Lev Vygotsky

• Erik Erikson

• Maria Montessori

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What is the purpose of a child observation in early childhood education?

• To diagnose medical conditions

• To assess developmental progress

• To discipline the child

• To entertain the child

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Which of the following is an example of a fine motor skill?

• Running

• Jumping

• Cutting with scissors

• Climbing

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What is the primary focus of the Head Start program?

• Academic achievement

• Holistic development

• Sports training

• Artistic skills

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Which of the following is a characteristic of a high-quality early childhood education program?

• Large class sizes

• Qualified teachers

• Limited playtime

• Strict discipline

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What is the main goal of early childhood education?

• To prepare children for standardized tests

• To support overall development and learning

• To teach children to read by age 3

• To ensure children can write essays

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Which of the following activities best supports cognitive development in early childhood?

• Watching television

• Interactive storytelling

• Sitting quietly

• Eating snacks

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