Characteristics of gifted children are :

(A) Independent and non-conformist
(B) Remarkable ability in a specific field
(C) High speed in processing information
(D) Typically slower than their peers
(E) High level of intrinsic motivation and self esteem

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A), (C), (E) only

Gifted children show early signs of intellectual superiority. Even during infancy and early childhood, they show larger attention span, good recognition memory, preference for novelty, sensitivity to environmental changes, and early appearance of language skills. To equate giftedness with brilliant academic performance is not correct. Athletes who show superior psychomotor ability are also gifted. Each gifted student possesses different strengths, personalities and characteristics. Some important characteristics of gifted children are :

• Advanced logical thinking, questioning and problem solving behaviour.

• High speed in processing information.

• Superior generalisation and discrimination ability.

• Advanced level of original and creative thinking.

• High level of intrinsic motivation and self-esteem.

• Independent and non-conformist thinking.

• Preference for solitary academic activities for long periods.