As Children Approach School Age, They Begin to Understand the Element

As children approach school age, they begin to understand the element of intent that differentiates dropping and breaking a dish "on purpose" versus "by accident" as a result of __________.

A) encountering the reality of having to follow rules that are not established by parental edict
B) a response mainly to cultural control to avoid punishment and attain satisfaction
C) moral growth reflected by growing cognitive maturity and the ability to determine right from wrong
D) moral development relating to autonomous thinking, clear decision making, and responsible action