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According to Mead the earliest stage of socialization is called the ___________ stage?

Correct answer: E. preparatory

  • A. play
  • B. maturation
  • C. game
  • D. infancy
  • E. preparatory

Explanation

Mead called the earliest phase of role learning the preparatory stage, when children imitate others without yet understanding roles fully. The play and game stages develop later as children learn specific roles and coordinated rules.

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