Question 1

Which of the following statements about sibling rivalry is true?

Accepted Answer

Sibling rivalry is not a major problem in most families and is actually reported by only about 9% of children. Option C is not entirely accurate because while Freud did believe that sibling rivalry played a significant role in the development of personality, he did not view it as the most important conflict in life. Option D is too narrow in its definition as sibling rivalry can encompass conflicts beyond just physical objects.

Question 2

What country made a concerted effort to reduce bullying, and it worked?

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Norway made a concerted effort to reduce bullying through a national campaign called "The School without Bullying." This included a focus on prevention, building a positive school environment, and providing support for both victims and bullies. A study found that the campaign was successful in reducing both the frequency and severity of bullying in Norwegian schools.

Question 3

Name three things that positively predict prosocial behavior.

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Question 4

Two students, Nicolas and Pia, are fighting over a puzzle. Nicolas gets frustrated and goes to read a book, while Pia goes to work on her math homework. Which of the following concepts is illustrated?

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Question 5

Which of the following is true about conflict-resolution programs?

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Research has shown that some conflict resolution programs can effectively reduce conflict in schools, making option D the correct answer. Options A, B, and C are incorrect because they are either unsupported or contradicted by available research.

Question 6

According to the text, in which country do adults tend to be heavier handed and dominant when they deal with children's conflict?

Accepted Answer

The text states that in the United States, adults tend to be heavier handed and dominant when dealing with children's conflict.

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a common form of conflict resolution?

Accepted Answer

Compromise, disengagement, and coercion are all common forms of conflict resolution. Negative reinforcement, on the other hand, is a behavioral concept related to operant conditioning and not typically used as a form of conflict resolution.

Question 8

The I Can Problem Solve program emphasizes which of the following?

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The I Can Problem Solve program emphasizes thinking about alternative solutions and possible consequences of the solutions, which is a key component of problem-solving and decision-making. It does not focus on using induction, tangible rewards, or praise as methods to shape behavior.

Question 9

For a teacher, what is the best predictor of a student's conduct disorder?

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Question 10

As children move through adolescence, what is a possible reason the text gives for why they do not increase their prosocial behavior?

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Question 11

Ms. Abzug wants to reduce hostility and aggression in her classroom. Which approach should be most effective?

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Building academic skills can help increase students' confidence in their abilities, which can reduce frustration and aggression. It can also provide a sense of purpose and accomplishment, which can lead to a more positive classroom environment. Banning food and drink or using power assertive discipline may exacerbate hostility, and retaining students may not necessarily guarantee increased self-control.

Question 12

In which area is there strong gender differences?

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Research has consistently shown that on average, males tend to score higher on measures of physical aggression than females.

Question 13

Maritza is always ready to retaliate. When she drops her cell phone and a student walking by accidently kicks it, she assumes he kicked it on purpose. She yells at him and slugs him. Maritza is displaying which of the following?

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Maritza is demonstrating a hostile attribution bias - interpreting neutral or accidental actions as intentionally aggressive. This can lead to aggressive or violent behavior towards others.

Question 14

Describe the level of stability of aggression.

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Question 15

According to the social information processing model, what might cause Akash to experience hostile attribution bias?

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The social information processing model suggests that past experiences influence an individual's interpretation of social cues. Therefore, Akash may have experienced negative interactions with other students in the past, which could lead him to interpret their behavior as hostile, even if it is not intended that way.

Question 16

Which of the following is true of SES differences in aggression and antisocial behavior?

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In the U.S., there is evidence that low SES youth are more likely to engage in aggression and antisocial behavior than middle and high SES youth. This pattern may be due to a combination of environmental factors such as exposure to violence and stress, as well as individual factors such as poor self-regulation and limited access to resources. However, it is important to note that SES differences in aggression and antisocial behavior may vary across countries and cultures.

Question 17

People often claim that girls are more socially aggressive than boys. What does the text say about this claim?

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The text states that the claim that girls are more socially aggressive than boys is a stereotype and that research suggests boys can be socially aggressive as often as girls. Therefore, option A is the best choice.

Question 18

Theory of mind is important for the social information processing model because students must do which of the following?

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Theory of mind is the ability to understand other people's thoughts, beliefs, and intentions, which is essential for accurate social information processing. By figuring out other people's intentions, students can accurately interpret social situations and adjust their behavior accordingly. Generating goals for behavior (A) is important, but it does not necessarily involve understanding other people's thoughts and intentions. Displaying their emotions (C) and observing others' emotions and then imitating them (D) are both important aspects of emotional regulation, but they are not directly related to theory of mind and social information processing.

Quiz 10: Social Behavior