Suppose a Child Was Raised by Abusive Parents That Kept

question 99

Multiple Choice

Suppose a child was raised by abusive parents that kept her locked in a basement, completely separated from human contact, for the first 7 years of her life. When she was finally rescued, case workers find that it is very difficult to teach her how to communicate. This would be because the child was not exposed to language during the _____________.

• A) sensitive period
• B) sensorimotor stage
• C) preconventional stage
• D) concrete operational stage

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Definitions:

Secrecy

The act or practice of keeping information hidden from others that might otherwise be made public.

Individual Relationships

The interactions and connections between individuals, focusing on how they influence and are influenced by each other.

Macroscopic Concern

Issues or phenomena that are large-scale, often systemic or societal, rather than individual or local.

Social Spirit

The collective mindset, values, and motivations that characterize a society or a community, often guiding social actions and attitudes.