How can adults promote gender equity?
A) By giving children names that are non-gender specific (like Chris)
B) By becoming aware of how language usage relates to power relations and gender stereotypes
C) By setting up spaces in the classroom for girls only and other spaces for boys only
D) By creating a competitive classroom environment for boys and girls.
Question 2...Today's grandparents and their activities in this role closely resemble those of previous generations.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 3...Which of the following best describes Susan Isaacs's advice to parents about teaching children healthy expressions of feelings?
A) The advice suggests that determination, obstinacy, and outbursts of temper are normal, and it takes patience to socialize children
B) The advice is outdated in today's society
C) Children do not need patience; they need a strong hand to make them obedient
D) Parents need to shout when they are upset so the child will understand how feelings can be hurt.
Question 4...What does the term self-regulation mean?
A) Acting on impulses
B) The ability to monitor and manage oneself
C) Regulating the behaviors of someone else
D) The act of being self-absorbed
Question 5...In the past, preschool teachers have paid more attention to girls' dependent behaviors and to boys' disruptive behaviors. What does this mean?
A) Girls tend to stay closer to the teacher than boys
B) Boys rarely get attention
C) Both boys and girls have the same kind of socialization
D) Teachers are empowering girls
Question 6...Which of the following is true of the consequences approach to discipline?
A) It should be implemented across all cultures
B) It involves choices
C) It is the same as punishment
D) It involves negative consequences.
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