Francesca Does a Pretty Good Job of Completing Spelling Problems

question 149

Multiple Choice

Francesca does a pretty good job of completing spelling problems but does much better if she is given direction by her teacher. The difference between what Francesca can do alone and with assistance is best defined in terms of her

• A) orienting response.
• B) animism.
• C) one-to-one principle.
• D) zone of proximal development.

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Definitions:

Tourette Syndrome

Tourette syndrome is a neurological disorder characterized by repetitive, involuntary movements and vocalizations called tics, typically emerging in childhood.

Direct Pathways

Neural pathways that convey impulses directly from one area to another, typically facilitating quick and specific responses or actions.

Indirect Pathways

Indirect pathways refer to neural circuits that communicate through multiple synaptic connections, often modulating or inhibiting the primary signal.

Basal Ganglia

A group of nuclei in the brain involved in the control of movement, as well as aspects of learning, emotion, and the rewarding effects of substances.