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TVarnum

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In Vygotsky's view, opportunities to engage in pretend play (e.g., playing house or doctor) have which one of the following effects?
 
  a. They foster traditional gender stereotypes.
  b. They allow children to practice adult behaviors.
  c. They can help children shed their egocentric views of the world.
  d. They are highly enjoyable but have little impact on cognitive development.

Question 2

Leonard is teaching Sally how to play a new card game. During the first time through the game, Leonard looks at Sally's cards and helps her decide how to play them at each turn. As Sally becomes more familiar with the game's rules and strategies, Leonard gives her fewer hints and less assistance. This scenario best illustrates:
 
  a. Scaffolding
  b. Equilibration
  c. Disequilibrium
  d. Social constructivism



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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

A



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