1. Ch 13 Review and Preview

2. Passive and Active Voice One of the two “voices” of verbs (see also active voice). A verb is in the passive voice when the subject is acted on by the verb. For example, in “The ball was thrown by the pitcher,” the ball (the subject) receives the action of the verb, and was thrown is in the passive voice. The sentence cast in the active voice would be, “The pitcher threw the ball.” (Wikipedia) In a sentence using active voice, the subject of the sentence performs the action expressed in the verb. Active voice is used for most non-scientific writing. Using active voice for the majority of your sentences makes your meaning clear for readers, and keeps the sentences from becoming too complicated or wordy. (Purdue Owl)

3. First vs. Third Person First person narrative means writing from the "I" point of view. (e.g., I walked down the alley. I picked up the phone.) Third person narrative form is writing from the omniscent point of view. (e.g., He walked down the alley. She picked up the phone.) Second person is the "you" point of view, the imperative (command) form. (If you're looking for an agent, consider reading the info in the agent's file.)

4. Cognitive Development in Middle Childhood T/FThere is only one way to measure IQ. T/FIncreases in the pragmatics of language mean that children become better able to adjust their language to the listener and the situation. T/FChildren who have learning difficulties that cannot be explained by deficits in IQ are considered to have learning disabilities. T/FAll children with disabilities are covered by special education laws. T/FGifted refers to children that display exceptional intellectual strengths, such as high IQ or creativity. T/FChildren may be both gifted and have learning disabilities.

5. Chapter 13: Social & Emotional Development in Middle Childhood Erikson’s Theory Self Understanding – Self-concept, Self-esteem, Attributions Emotional Development Understanding Others: Perspective Taking Moral Development Peer Relationships Gender Typing

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