Question 1

When an adult intervenes in a conflict between two kindergarten children, what would be the most effective reflection?

Accepted Answer

Reflecting emotions like anger helps children understand and label their feelings, which is crucial for emotional development and conflict resolution.

Question 2

What behavior is NOT a component of self-regulation?

Accepted Answer

Self-identification is not a behavior but rather a process of recognizing and defining one's own identity. The other choices are all behaviors that demonstrate self-regulation.

Question 3

When Mrs. Myers says, "I like it when children help clean up," she is expecting the children to follow the rule at which level of compliance?

Accepted Answer

Mrs. Myers is expecting the children to follow the rule at the level of identification, where they comply with expectations to gain approval or avoid disapproval from authority figures.

Question 4

What is the most advanced form of self-regulation called?

Accepted Answer

The most advanced form of self-regulation is internalization, which means that values and norms become integrated into a person's moral identity rather than being imposed from external sources. Adherence refers to simply following rules or guidelines without necessarily understanding or internalizing their meaning. Empathy, identification, and ethical induction are all related to the process of developing ethical behavior but are not necessarily the most advanced forms of self-regulation.

Question 5

Prior to snack, Brian spent several minutes cleaning up the art table. The best form of praise would be, "You worked hard," followed by which of the subsequent sentences?

Accepted Answer

Option C specifically mentions what Brian did, why it was important, and what positive outcome resulted from it. This type of feedback reinforces the desired behavior and helps the child understand the significance of their actions. The other options are either too vague, unrelated, or focus on the adult's feelings rather than the child's actions.

Question 6

When is modeling most effective?

Accepted Answer

Modeling is most effective when the model's behavior is pointed out to children, as it helps them understand and learn from the behavior being demonstrated.

Question 7

What does the following episode demonstrate? A boy watched his father curse and punch his fist through a wall when confronted with a frustrating situation. Later, the boy found that he couldn't fix a flat tire on his bicycle, and he then pounded on his garage wall.

Accepted Answer

The episode demonstrates modeling, as the boy imitated his father's behavior of responding to frustration by punching a wall.

Question 8

You hear a child say, "If I get into a fight with my brother, Mom won't let me watch TV tonight; so I won't fight him until she leaves for work." What is this an example of?

Accepted Answer

The answer of You hear a child say, "If I...

Question 9

How is the adult obtaining compliance when she says, "Remember, whoever washes their hands properly gets a star on their chart?"

Accepted Answer

The adult is using a reward system to encourage hand-washing compliance, which falls under the definition of adherence. The child is complying with the expectation in order to receive a star on the chart.

Question 10

Students who come to class only because they lose 20 points for each absence are complying at what level?

Accepted Answer

Students who attend class only because they will lose points for absences are adhering to the rules and requirements set by the instructor, but they have not necessarily internalized the importance or value of attending class. They are not necessarily identifying with the instructor or course material, have not demonstrated moral understanding or commitment, and may not be imitating the behavior of model students who attend class willingly and enthusiastically. Therefore, the best choice is D) adherence.

Question 11

Which of the following behaviors is considered to be the single most important characteristic of the authoritative adult?

Accepted Answer

Giving reasons for expectations is considered the single most important characteristic of an authoritative adult because it helps children understand the rationale behind rules and guidelines, and fosters their own decision-making skills. While all of the other behaviors listed are important, they do not hold the same level of significance as giving reasons for expectations.

Question 12

To which of the following directions are very young children most likely to respond appropriately?

Accepted Answer

Very young children are still learning basic skills, so they are more likely to respond appropriately to instructions that tell them what to do, rather than what not to do. In this case, using a fork is a specific action that the child can understand and follow.

Question 13

Tracy is growing up in a household that can be described as permissive. Over time, what does the research say she will probably be like?

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that children raised in permissive households may become hostile and aggressive as they do not learn proper boundaries and limits on behavior. They may also struggle with authority figures and have difficulty with impulse control.

Question 14

What would four-year-old Marlene's reaction most likely be when she gets paint all over her best dress after her mother told her to keep it clean?

Accepted Answer

At four years old, Marlene is likely beginning to understand rules and expectations set by her family members. If her mother told her to keep her dress clean and she got paint on it anyways, she may feel guilty for breaking the rule. However, at this age, she may not yet fully understand the impact it has on others, such as her mother or grandmother.

Question 15

When an adult intervenes in a conflict between two sixth-graders, what would be the most appropriate reflection?

Accepted Answer

The answer of When an adult intervenes in a conflict...

Question 16

Which of the following attributes does NOT fit the behavior pattern of an authoritarian adult? The adult

Accepted Answer

An authoritarian adult is typically associated with being inflexible and rigid in their expectations and beliefs. Being flexible is not a characteristic typically associated with authoritarian behavior.

Question 17

What are the characteristics of authoritative adults?

Accepted Answer

Authoritative adults have a combination of warmth and high expectations for children. They provide guidance and structure while also being responsive to the child's needs and feelings. They use positive reinforcement and reasoning rather than force and punishment.

Question 18

Boyd, at age six, is pleased about going to camp. His friend Darryl is apprehensive. What would be Boyd's understanding of Darryl's perspective?

Accepted Answer

Boyd understands that Darryl is not as excited as he is about going to camp, but he assumes that it may be because Darryl doesn't know everything about the camp that Boyd does. Boyd doesn't consider Darryl's perspective beyond this assumption.

Question 19

Which of the following is least characteristic of internalization?

Accepted Answer

Internalization is a process of adopting external standards or beliefs as one's own. It usually occurs over time and involves conscious effort to assimilate the new ideas into one's beliefs and values. It is not a spontaneous process, but rather a deliberate one. Therefore, option B is least characteristic of internalization. Options A, C, and D are all traits that are generally associated with internalization.

Question 20

Randy, a 10-year-old, would respond best to which of the following reasons for not handling Jim's card collection?

Accepted Answer

Providing a clear boundary and explaining that Jim values his collection and wishes to be the only one to handle it is a straightforward reason that a 10-year-old is likely to understand and accept.

Therefore, the correct answer is:
D: "That's Jim's card collection. He doesn't want anyone else touching it."

Quiz 10: Fostering Self-Discipline in Children: Communicating Expectations and Rules