Question 1

A logical consequence for a child who breaks the rule "Stay in bed until the doctor has a chance to examine you" is that the child's illness will take longer to cure.

Accepted Answer

The logical consequence of a child not staying in bed until examined by a doctor is that they might not get an accurate or timely diagnosis, not necessarily that their illness will take longer to cure.

Question 2

Preschoolers are naturally impulsive.

Accepted Answer

Preschoolers do not have well-developed inhibitory control, which makes them more likely to act on impulse without considering consequences.

Question 3

The 'B' in the A-B-C Analysis stands for "benefits" for the child.

Accepted Answer

The 'B' in the A-B-C Analysis stands for "antecedents", which refers to the events or circumstances that happen before the behavior occurs. The 'C' stands for "consequences", which refers to the events or circumstances that happen after the behavior occurs.

Question 4

Which of the following people could be a member of a child's behavior support team?
1. Parent 
2. Teacher 
3. College student 
4. Principal 
5. Pediatrician

Accepted Answer

All listed individuals can play a role in a child's behavior support team. Parents and teachers are directly involved in the child's daily life, principals can implement school-wide support, pediatricians can provide medical insights, and college students, especially those studying education, psychology, or a related field, can offer support through internships or practical training experiences.

Question 5

The warning phase of enforcing a rule repeats the reason given in the personal message as well as the anticipated consequence.

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Question 6

One way to assist children in learning to follow rules is to allow the children to make up some of the rules themselves.

Accepted Answer

Allowing children to have a say in creating rules can increase their sense of ownership and responsibility towards following them. It also helps them understand the reasons behind rules and encourages them to cooperate with others. However, it is important for adults to provide guidance and ensure that the rules are age-appropriate and safe.

Question 7

The words "consequences" and "punishments" are synonyms.

Accepted Answer

While both "consequences" and "punishments" refer to outcomes that follow actions, "consequences" are the results that naturally or logically follow an action, which can be positive or negative, whereas "punishments" specifically refer to penalties imposed for wrongdoing, emphasizing a negative outcome intended to correct behavior.

Question 8

The first step in dealing with children's misbehavior is to warn them about what will happen if they continue to break the rule.

Accepted Answer

The first step in dealing with children's misbehavior is often to understand the reason behind the behavior, ensuring that the child's basic needs are met, and then communicating and setting clear expectations and consequences. Warning them about consequences is a later step after understanding and communication.

Question 9

A natural consequence for Marsha who breaks the rule "Wait until the pizza cools before you take a bite" is that she burns her tongue on the hot food.

Accepted Answer

This is a natural consequence that could occur if Marsha breaks the rule of waiting for the pizza to cool before taking a bite.

Question 10

Sometimes children misbehave because they don't know what else to do.

Accepted Answer

This is true. Children may not have developed appropriate coping mechanisms or problem-solving skills and, as a result, may act out inappropriately. It is important for adults to teach and model positive behaviors for children to follow.

Question 11

Logical consequences increase children's repertoire of acceptable behaviors.

Accepted Answer

Logical consequences involve a direct cause-and-effect relationship between a child's behavior and a loss or gain of privileges, which helps children understand the reasoning behind appropriate behavior and increases their willingness to choose acceptable actions. Therefore, logical consequences can increase a child's repertoire of acceptable behaviors.

Question 12

Adult use of punishment can promote sneakiness in children.

Accepted Answer

When adults use punishment as a way to control children's behavior, children may start to think about how to avoid getting caught rather than thinking about what they're actually doing wrong. This can promote sneakiness in children as they try to circumvent the punishment rather than actually addressing the problematic behavior.

Question 13

Adult inconsistency is a source of misbehavior in children.

Accepted Answer

When adults are inconsistent in their behavior, rules or consequences, children may become confused, feel uncertain or unsafe, and are more likely to act out or misbehave in response. Consistency and clear communication from adults help children develop a sense of security and understanding, which leads to more positive behavior.

Question 14

Richard has submitted messy homework for three days in a row. An appropriate warning would be, "Either do your homework neatly or you will have to rewrite it during recess."

Accepted Answer

The warning clearly states what the consequence will be if Richard continues to submit messy homework. It also gives him a clear choice to either improve the quality of his work or face the consequence.

Question 15

Within the structure of the skills you are learning, rules are stated as part of the personal message.

Accepted Answer

Rules are often stated as part of the personal message when learning new skills.

Question 16

It is best to consider logical consequences first when faced with children's misbehavior.

Accepted Answer

Considering logical consequences first may not always address the underlying issues or emotional needs of the child. It's important to understand the reasons behind the behavior and consider a range of responses, including communication, empathy, and teaching appropriate behavior.

Question 17

A natural consequence of coming late to school is being sent to the principal's office.

Accepted Answer

Natural consequences are outcomes that happen as a result of behavior without any imposed intervention. Being sent to the principal's office is an imposed consequence, not a natural one.

Question 18

Not being allowed to go to the movies on Saturday as a result of getting a D on a math test is an example of an unrelated consequence.

Accepted Answer

The consequence of not being allowed to go to the movies is unrelated to the subject of the math test. The consequence does not relate to improving skills in math or correcting mistakes in studying, it is simply a punishment for poor performance.

Question 19

A behavior hypothesis is an estimation of 'why' the child is behaving as she is.

Accepted Answer

A behavior hypothesis is a prediction or estimation of the possible underlying reasons or causes of a child's behavior. It is based on observations, analysis, and knowledge of the child's history, environment, and developmental stage. It is a tool that helps to guide the investigation, assessment, and intervention process in addressing challenging behaviors in children.

Question 20

Telling a child that his cell phone privileges are suspended until he cleans his room is an example of a logical consequence.

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Quiz 11: Fostering Self-Discipline in Children: Implementing Solutions and Consequences