Question 1

Children rejected by their peers

Accepted Answer

Children may be rejected by their peers for various reasons, including behavioral and learning problems, as well as aggressive behavior. These factors can contribute to a lack of social skills and difficulty making friends. Additionally, children who have been rejected may struggle to change their behavior in order to become accepted by their peers. Therefore, all of the options listed are potential reasons why a child may be rejected by their peers.

Question 2

Peer rejection

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Peer rejection is associated with problematic adjustment later in life, including difficulties in academic, social, and emotional functioning such as anxiety or depression. This can also lead to increased risk-taking behaviors and weaker connections with others, making it harder to form positive relationships in the future. The other choices are not supported by research.

Question 3

An Italian study (Tassi et al.,2001)placed students in competition with one another.When the students were given the task of trying to outperform each other,competition led to _______ by peers.

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Question 4

Up through age 7,a friend is one that

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At this age, children largely engage in social play and form friendships based on shared activities and interests. Sharing thoughts and feelings or loyalty and trust may not be fully developed yet.

Question 5

What percentage of children in the United States has a formal pre-kindergarten experience,such as preschool?

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Approximately 50% of children in the United States have a formal pre-kindergarten experience, such as attending preschool, before entering kindergarten.

Question 6

How many "best" friends might the typical 9-year-old have?

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Question 7

What can be done to increase the popularity of unpopular children?

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Providing training in social skills can help unpopular children learn how to better interact with their peers and make positive connections. This can ultimately increase their popularity and social success. Choosing option C (changing their wardrobe to look more like popular children) may not be effective in the long-term and could contribute to negative self-esteem and identity issues. Option D (waiting for time and patience to take care of the problem) may not be an effective strategy and could lead to prolonged social difficulties and exclusion.

Question 8

Which of the following is TRUE of friendships in middle childhood?

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Research has shown that girls tend to seek out confidants more than boys during middle childhood, indicating a desire for deeper and more intimate friendships. While some aspects of friendships may change as children get older, such as the frequency of contact or the level of independence, the core qualities of trust, support, and companionship remain important throughout the lifespan. Friendships in middle childhood can be stable and meaningful, as children develop social skills and learn how to navigate complex social situations. While there may be some turnover in social circles, particularly as children enter adolescence, friendships can also serve as a source of continuity and stability during times of transition.

Question 9

Physical attractiveness

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that physical attractiveness is more strongly related to the popularity of girls than for boys. However, this does not necessarily mean that it decreases popularity for girls or that it is related to social anxiety in children.

Question 10

Selman's stages of friendship are based upon children's

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Selman's stages of friendship are based on perspective-taking skills, specifically how children understand and interpret social relationships and the feelings of others. These stages include the egocentric stage, the social-informational stage, the third-party stage, the self-reflective stage, and the societal stage. These stages focus on how children become more aware of their own and others' perspectives and emotions within friendships.

Question 11

Selman called Stage 3 of friendship (ages 10 to 15),

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Question 12

Which of the following is TRUE about schools?

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None of these statements are true about schools. While there may be criticisms of specific aspects of school systems, it is inaccurate to make broad negative generalizations about their socialization influence or fostered competition. Additionally, schools generally work in partnership with parents, rather than circumventing their authority.

Question 13

Why do later-born children tend to be more popular than first-born children?

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that later-born children tend to be more sociable because they have had more exposure to older siblings and their social circles. They often have to learn to navigate social situations and form connections with others in order to fit in and get attention. This can lead to them being perceived as more popular.

Question 14

Marcus calls Jake his friend because Jake lives next door and they both like to play trucks.According to Selman's stages of friendship,how old is Marcus likely to be?

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Selman's stages of friendship emphasizes on the age range of 3-6 where a young child commonly characterizes friendship as the process of sharing toys and activities, which is similar to Marcus's description of his friendship with Jake.

Question 15

During middle childhood,

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During middle childhood, children's friendships are almost exclusively with others of the same sex. While they may have occasional interactions and friendships with members of the opposite sex, this is less common and less important to them than same-sex friendships.

Question 16

Which of the following is TRUE about conflict and friendships?

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Seeking revenge does not enhance friendships and there are no clear gender differences in how conflicts are handled within friendships.

Question 17

Peers

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Peers help children learn how to express their impulses by providing social opportunities to practice self-regulation and communication skills. They also give children practice in sharing and cooperation in group settings. Additionally, peers can help children realize that others share the same struggles and experiences, providing a sense of connection and empathy. Therefore, all of these options are correct.

Question 18

The three factors to consider when examining whether children are ready to enter school are inequities in early experiences,individual differences in learning,and

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The three factors listed are inequities in early experiences, individual differences in learning, and the expectations of the school. Choice B, the expectations of the school, is the most relevant factor to consider when examining whether children are ready to enter school. This includes factors such as the academic curriculum, behavioral expectations, and social-emotional learning goals the school has for its students.

Question 19

Maria is 11 years old.She will likely choose her friends based upon

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At 11 years old, Maria is likely to choose friends based on similarity in behavior and personality as children tend to gravitate towards those who share common interests, values, and personalities. Geographic proximity and physical appearance are not as influential in establishing friendships as similarity in behavior and personality. Parental approval may also be a consideration, but it is not the primary factor in choosing friends for children in this age group.

Question 20

When 5-year-old Gracie is asked,why is Caroline your friend? She says,"Because Caroline always does what I want to do." This represents which of Selman's stages of friendship?

Accepted Answer

Gracie's response suggests that she views Caroline as someone who is only there to do things for her and doesn't yet understand the give-and-take nature of a true friendship, which aligns with the One-way assistance stage.

Quiz 13: Middle Childhood: Social and Emotional Development