Question 1

What is the most important difference between consequences and punishment?&#10;A) Punishment is often late&#10;B) Consequences are not as bad as punishment&#10;C) Consequences are a result of the child's actions&#10;D) Punishment is the result after the actions

Accepted Answer

Consequences are a result of the child's actions, while punishment is a deliberate action taken by a parent or authority figure to discourage undesirable behavior. Consequences are often a natural outcome of the child's actions, while punishment is a deliberate intervention to change behavior.

Question 2

What strategies are effective when working with families around guidance and discipline?&#10;A) Use a defensive approach&#10;B) Stay in your comfort zone&#10;C) Set aside judgments&#10;D) Express a clear understanding of what is right or wrong

Accepted Answer

Setting aside judgments allows a teacher to approach the situation with an open mind and focus on the needs of the family. It also creates an environment in which families feel comfortable discussing concerns and seeking guidance from the teacher. Using a defensive approach or staying in one's comfort zone can lead to conflicts and hinder the development of effective strategies. While expressing a clear understanding of what is right or wrong is important, it should be done in a respectful and non-judgmental manner.

Question 3

Approaches to discipline relate to different ideas about authority and how children should relate to authority. When authority figures behave in ways that aren't familiar to children what is the effect?

A) Children are confused and may keep testing limits
B) Children obey immediately
C) Children hesitate, and then comply with adult requests
D) Children are relieved to have a different discipline style

A

Accepted Answer

When authority figures behave in ways that aren't familiar to children, it can be confusing for them as they don’t know how to react or respond. This confusion may lead them to keep testing limits in order to figure out where the boundaries lie.

Question 4

Merlin scribbled on the rug with a marker. A logical consequence for him might include&#10;A) Merlin cannot go outside with the rest of the group&#10;B) Merlin has to go on time out&#10;C) Merlin cannot use markers for the day&#10;D) Merlin must clean the markers off of the rug

Accepted Answer

Merlin made a mess on the rug with the marker, so the logical consequence would be to clean up the markers off of the rug. Choices A and B do not directly relate to the situation at hand, and choice C does not address the issue of the marker on the rug.

Question 5

What does the term &#34;self-regulation&#34; mean?&#10;A) Acting on impulses&#10;B) The ability to monitor and manage oneself&#10;C) Regulating the behaviors of someone else&#10;D) The act of being self-absorbed

Accepted Answer

Self-regulation refers to the ability to monitor and manage oneself, including one's thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. It involves setting goals, controlling impulses, and adapting to changing circumstances in a productive and healthy way.

Question 6

All but one of the following is a list of the dangers of demanding children to be obedient. Which one does not belong?&#10;A) Children learn to speak up and defend themselves&#10;B) Children may have difficulty saying no to peers&#10;C) Children may have trouble saying no to adults with inappropriate intentions&#10;D) Children may have struggle with making independent choices

Accepted Answer

A is the odd one out as it does not present a danger of demanding obedience. Instead, it suggests that children may learn to speak up and defend themselves, which can be a positive outcome. The other options all highlight potential negative consequences of demanding obedience, such as difficulty making independent choices, susceptibility to inappropriate authority figures, and challenges in setting boundaries with peers.

Question 7

Guidelines for disciplining young children include which of the following?&#10;A) Building good relationships&#10;B) Staying out of relationships with children&#10;C) Telling children what to do, but not telling them why&#10;D) Punish consistently

Accepted Answer

Building good relationships is a crucial guideline for disciplining young children as it helps establish trust and mutual respect between the child and caregiver. Staying out of relationships with children is not a valid option as it goes against the need for healthy relationships. Telling children what to do without explaining why can lead to confusion and frustration for the child. Punishing consistently is not an effective strategy as it focuses on negative consequences rather than positive reinforcement.

Question 8

Which of the following best exemplifies physical punishment (spanking)?&#10;A) It is legal in child care programs&#10;B) It is likely to make the child fearful or angry, or cause resentment&#10;C) It is the best approach to changing undesirable behavior&#10;D) It is likely to enhance the &#34;teachable moment&#34;

Accepted Answer

Spanking is a form of physical punishment which is likely to make the child fearful or angry, or cause resentment. It is not the best approach to changing undesirable behavior, as there are more effective and positive ways to discipline a child. Additionally, physical punishment can have negative long-term effects on a child's mental health and behavior.

Question 9

How are consequences different from punishment?&#10;A) They never hurt or make a child unhappy&#10;B) They are arbitrary&#10;C) They are written as rules&#10;D) They relate directly to the child's actions

Accepted Answer

Consequences are directly related to the child's actions, whereas punishment is typically arbitrary and intended to cause discomfort or pain to the child. Consequences are intended to help children learn from their mistakes and understand the impact of their behavior, while punishment is primarily intended to deter negative behavior by instilling fear of punishment in the child.

Question 10

According to the research of Janice Hale and Lonnie Snowden, discipline in many African American families depends on what?&#10;A) Inner controls and time outs&#10;B) Single parents&#10;C) An external locus of control and an extensive network of adults&#10;D) Physical punishment and isolation

Accepted Answer

According to the research of Janice Hale and Lonnie Snowden, discipline in many African American families depends on an external locus of control and an extensive network of adults. This means that discipline is often enforced through community involvement and social support, rather than just through physical punishment or isolation. This emphasizes the importance of relationships and social connections in African American culture.

Question 11

Why did early childhood experts want to change the word discipline to guidance?&#10;A) It sounds better&#10;B) It reflects a more positive approach&#10;C) Children might like it better&#10;D) Educators prefer frequent change

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Question 12

Which of the following is true about time/out?&#10;A) It is a universally accepted method of discipline that everyone agrees is effective&#10;B) It makes children understand what they did wrong&#10;C) It helps children feel better about themselves&#10;D) Depending on the adult approach, it can be considered punishing or an opportunity for an adult to be a helper to the child

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Question 13

Which of the following best describes discipline?&#10;A) It is the same as guidance&#10;B) It must be harsh to work&#10;C) It works all the time with every child if you find the right method&#10;D) It is to be avoided

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Question 14

Which of the following is true of the consequences approach to discipline?&#10;A) It should be implemented across all cultures&#10;B) It involves choices&#10;C) It is the same as punishment&#10;D) It involves negative consequences.

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Question 15

When is it appropriate to ignore a child's behavior?&#10;A) When it is used as an attention getting behavior&#10;B) When the teacher is busy&#10;C) When the other children are busy&#10;D) When the parent is in the room

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Question 16

Much of unacceptable behavior needs to be&#10;A) Ignored&#10;B) Negatively reinforced&#10;C) Punished&#10;D) Redirected

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Question 17

Which of the following are preventative measures for guiding behavior?&#10;A) Do not prepare the environment&#10;B) Allow the environment to provide the limits&#10;C) Distract children&#10;D) Discourage children from expressing feelings

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Question 18

How do natural consequences differ from logical consequences?&#10;A) Natural consequences are created by adults&#10;B) Logical consequences occur naturally&#10;C) Natural consequences happen without adult intervention&#10;D) Logical and natural consequences are arbitrary

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Question 19

In the story about Carla and Cody, characteristics of parents who abuse their children include which of the following?&#10;A) Being of a low income level&#10;B) Being isolated and having unrealistic expectations of their children&#10;C) Lacking love for their children&#10;D) Having a shy personality

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Question 20

A positive goal of discipline would be&#10;A) To be in control of the child&#10;B) To demand obedience and respect&#10;C) To make the child pay for wrongdoing&#10;D) To change the behavior

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Question 21

Calling a child's name frequently when he/she is being inappropriate&#10;A) Helps the child get back on task&#10;B) Reinforces negative behavior&#10;C) Reminds the child that you are watching him/her&#10;D) Helps to build a relationship with the child

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Question 22

Describe the 7 effective ways to respond to children's unacceptable behavior.

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Deck 8: Working With Families on Guidance Issues