Toddlerhood Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about the nutritional needs of toddlers?

A. Toddlers are unable to eat foods that are prepared for the family.

B. Toddlers typically need to drink 2 cups of whole milk each day.

C. The toddler’s taste buds are less sensitive than an adult’s taste buds.

D. Long periods between meals sustain toddlers as their energy needs are low.

• A

• B

• C

• D

Toddlers often need ____ hours of sleep each day.

A. 10 to 15

B. 8 to 10

C. 15 to 18

D. 6 to 12

• A

• B

• C

• D

According to Piaget’s theory, toddlers are in the ____ stage.

A. autonomy versus shame and doubt

B. formal operational

C. operant conditioning

D. sensorimotor

• A

• B

• C

• D

Miriam says “bo bo” when she wants her bottle. She also says “bo bo” when she sees a bird or wants to play with a ball. Miriam is using ____ to convey her wants.

A. a pneumonic device

B. a repetitive sequence

C. a holophrase

D. telegraphic speech

• A

• B

• C

• D

Jacob says “Mommy, go!” which means “I want to go with you!” This is an example of ____.

A. a pneumonic device

B. a repetitive sequence

C. a holophrase

D. telegraphic speech

• A

• B

• C

• D

Which of the following is the most developmentally appropriate guidance technique a caregiver can use to avoid causing frustration in a toddler?

A. Give consistent responses to the toddler.

B. Ignore the toddler’s feelings.

C. Give only one option so the toddler does not have to make a choice.

D. Have a rational discussion with the toddler.

• A

• B

• C

• D