Research suggests that exposure to violence in media can increase aggression in children, leading them to engage in violent play. However, it is important for educators and caregivers to provide children with alternative forms of play and teach them appropriate ways to handle conflict, rather than simply allowing violent play to continue without intervention.

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Violent Play

Question 5

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Violent play

A) is exhibited by children under significant stress.
B) is uncommon in most early childhood classrooms.
C) often is a result of the physical violence seen on TV and in movies.
D) seldom leads to difficulty in the classroom and should be allowed.

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