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Question 1

Which of the following is a stage of prenatal development?

A. Zygote

B. Embryo

C. Fetus

D. All of the Above

Question 2

Physical and motor development proceed from ___________________.

A. Head to toe

B. Fine motor skills to gross motor skills

C. Toe to head

D. The limbs to the center of the body

Question 3

What are some foods that a pregnant woman should avoid eating?

A. Raw eggs

B. Organic washed vegetables (pesticide-free)

C. Organic washed fruit (pesticide-free)

D. Thoroughly-cooked chicken

Question 4

Which of the following factors does not affect prenatal development?

A. maternal exposure to the flu vaccine

B. maternal stress

C. maternal exercise

D. air pollution

Question 5

A child is considered "typically developing" if the majority of his developmental milestones are achieved later than the time at which most children achieve them.

A. True

B. False

Question 6

According to lecture, there are no published studies that show whether heroin use affects a woman's chance of having a miscarriage.

A. True

B. False

Question 7

_____________________________ occurs when the sperm and ovum unite to form a zygote.

A. Organogenesis

B. Conception

C. The sensitive period

D. Implementation

Question 8

Up to ____________ babies are born each year with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder.

A. 5,500

B. 25,000

C. 40,000

D. 100,000

Question 9

What are some toxins and chemicals that pregnant women come into contact with on a daily basis?

A. Car exhaust

B. Cigarettes

C. Food pesticides

D. All of the above

Question 10

According to the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), children from birth through age ___________ are considered to be young children.

A. 5

B. 10

C. 8

D. 12

QUESTION 11

This week we have learned about a variety of internal and external factors that can affect prenatal development. Imagine you are working at a daycare when a parent approaches you indicating they are pregnant and expecting their second child. This woman has sought out your guidance because of your experience and expertise as an early childhood professional.

Based on your learning this week, outline three specific tips or pieces of advice you would give to this expectant mother.

Is there anything in particular you would tell her to avoid or things she should ensure she does?

Make sure to fully explain and defend the suggestions you offer using material from lecture and supplemental resources provided by your instructor.