Egbert is a quiet child who is very slow to adapt to change. However, if he is introduced gradually to new people or situations, then eventually he will accept them without too much distress. Thomas and Chess would say his temperament is ________.
A) active
B) slow-to-warm-up
C) difficult
D) easy

Question

Egbert is a quiet child who is very slow to adapt to change. However, if he is introduced gradually to new people or situations, then eventually he will accept them without too much distress. Thomas and Chess would say his temperament is ________.
A) active
B) slow-to-warm-up 
C) difficult 
D) easy

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Egbert's behavior is typical of a slow-to-warm-up temperament, as he is hesitant to adapt to change but eventually accepts it if introduced gradually. The other temperament options (active, difficult, easy) do not align with his behavior as described.

Egbert Is a Quiet Child Who Is Very Slow to Adapt