Question 1

__________ is the ability to recognize the meaning of a child's behavior.

Accepted Answer

Sensitive responsiveness refers to the ability of a caregiver to accurately interpret and respond to a child's behavior and needs.

Question 2

Chess and Thomas estimate that approximately __________ children fall into the slow-to-warm-up category.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Chess and Thomas estimate that approximately __________...

Question 3

Chess and Thomas found that about __________ children did not fit into their three categories of temperament.

Accepted Answer

Chess and Thomas found that about 35 percent of children did not fit into their three categories of temperament.

Question 4

A child classified by Chess and Thomas as having a difficult temperament would likely:

Accepted Answer

According to Chess and Thomas, a child with a difficult temperament is likely to be fearful of a novel situation. They tend to show a negative emotionality and respond with distress to unfamiliar or challenging situations. They may also have difficulty adapting to change and may be slow to warm up to new people or experiences. Therefore, option C is the best choice.

Question 5

A child who is adaptable, and shows a moderate intensity of reactions and initial withdrawal from new situations would be classified by Chess and Thomas as:

Accepted Answer

Chess and Thomas classify a child who is adaptable, shows moderate intensity of reactions, and initially withdraws from new situations as having a slow-to-warm-up temperament.

Question 6

All four of Beth and John's children have temperaments that Chess and Thomas would call "easy." These children are among the __________ of classifiable children.

Accepted Answer

The answer of All four of Beth and John's children...

Question 7

A(n) __________ infant is characterized by a low intensity of reactions and somewhat of a negative mood by Chess and Thomas.

Accepted Answer

Chess and Thomas identified three temperament types in infants: easy, difficult, and slow-to-warm-up. Slow-to-warm-up infants tend to have a low intensity of reactions and a somewhat negative mood. Therefore, the best choice is C: slow-to-warm-up. Ambivalent, difficult, and detached are not temperament types identified by Chess and Thomas.

Question 8

Five month old Evelyn has yet to establish a routine, reacts poorly to new situations, and cries intensely when she is startled. Evelyn would be classified as:

Accepted Answer

Evelyn's behavior aligns with the "difficult" temperament, characterized by irregular routines, negative reactions to new situations, and intense emotional responses.

Question 9

__________ refers to a parent's ability to recognize the meaning of a child's behavior.

Accepted Answer

Sensitive responsiveness refers to a parent's ability to recognize and appropriately respond to the meaning of a child's behavior.

Question 10

New parents, Susan and Steven, want to keep a good fit with their child. To do this, they should carefully attend to their child's:

Accepted Answer

Susan and Steven should consider their child's temperament and abilities to ensure they provide an environment that supports their child's natural disposition and developmental needs.

Question 11

When parents adjust their behaviors to fit their child's temperament, they are exhibiting:

Accepted Answer

Sensitive responsiveness refers to the ability of parents to perceive and interpret their child's cues and respond appropriately, which includes adjusting their behaviors to fit the child's temperament.

Question 12

Which of the following children would be classified as slow-to-warm-up under the criterion established by Chess and Thomas?

Accepted Answer

Jacob, who exhibits low reactivity and is somewhat cranky, fits the slow-to-warm-up category as described by Chess and Thomas, characterized by low activity levels, mild reactions, and a tendency to withdraw in new situations but gradually becoming more positive with repeated exposure.

Question 13

Which of the following is not a category of temperament as identified by Chess and Thomas?

Accepted Answer

Chess and Thomas identified three categories of temperament: easy, difficult, and slow-to-warm-up. Avoidant is not one of their categories.

Question 14

When Janet correctly interprets her 5-month-old daughter's rigid posture when being held as a sign she does not want to be picked up and sets her back down, she is demonstrating:

Accepted Answer

Janet is demonstrating sensitive responsiveness by accurately interpreting and responding to her daughter's non-verbal cues, showing an understanding of her needs and preferences.

Question 15

About __________ of children are categorized as difficult by Chess and Thomas.

Accepted Answer

Chess and Thomas's research on temperament found that about 10 percent of children are categorized as difficult.

Question 16

Louise carefully monitors the reactions of her infant so that she doesn't overstimulate him. As a result, Louise's son will likely:

Accepted Answer

By carefully monitoring and responding to her infant's reactions, Louise is likely fostering a secure attachment, which makes her son more responsive to her.

Question 17

The best way to maintain goodness of fit in a child-parent relationship is for the parents to:

Accepted Answer

Parents should adapt their expectations and parenting style as their child's needs and developmental stages change to maintain a healthy and supportive relationship.

Question 18

Isaac would like to work, but his six-month-old daughter, Savannah, whimpers when he puts her down. So, he holds her in his lap while he sits at his computer and plays with her fingers. Savannah relaxes and giggles. Isaac is demonstrating:

Accepted Answer

Isaac is demonstrating sensitive responsiveness by attending to Savannah's needs and adjusting his behavior to comfort her, which helps her feel secure and relaxed.

Question 19

Children who are intensely reactive, irregular in their bodily functions, and fearful of new stimuli are classified by Chess and Thomas as having:

Accepted Answer

Chess and Thomas classified children with these characteristics as having a difficult temperament. These children tend to be more challenging to care for due to their intense reactions and irregular patterns.

Quiz 5: Infancy