Quiz on Middle and Late Adolescence

What is the age range for Middle Adolescence?

• 17 to 19 years old

• 14 to 16 years old

• 20 to 22 years old

• 10 to 13 years old

Which of the following is a characteristic of Late Adolescence?

• Most are fully developed

• Withdrawal from parents

• Continuous height and weight gain

• High expectations for oneself

What principle of development emphasizes that growth occurs in a fixed sequence?

• Sequential

• Holistic

• Individualized

• Gradual

According to Erik Erikson, what is the main conflict faced during adolescence?

• Trust vs. Mistrust

• Identity vs. Identity Confusion

• Intimacy vs. Isolation

• Autonomy vs. Shame

What is the term for the belief that one is special and invincible during adolescence?

• Imaginary Audience

• Personal Fable

• Identity Crisis

• Peer Pressure

What is a developmental task related to managing one's sexuality?

• Understanding gender roles

• Caring for one's physical body

• Establishing a career

• Adopting personal values

What is the first step toward change according to Nathaniel Branden?

• Action

• Reflection

• Awareness

• Acceptance

What is a common behavior of adolescents in Middle Adolescence?

• Exploring sexual desires

• Establishing career decisions

• Worrying about appearance

• High self-reliance

What is the focus of the developmental tasks in Lesson 2?

• Physical development

• Cognitive abilities

• Emotional regulation

• Interpersonal relationships

What does socioemotional development involve?

• Regulation of emotions and behaviors

• Changes in intellectual abilities

• Changes in physical appearance

• Development of motor skills