Which of the following statements is true of a toddler who looks back at the attachment figure for reassurance before exploring?
a. The toddler has insecure attachment.
b. The toddler is unlikely to develop autonomy because he lacks confidence to explore.
c. The toddler is likely to develop autonomy because he is getting reassurance from the attachment figure that it is safe to explore.
d. Social referencing is an indication of insecure attachment and decreases the likelihood that the toddler will have the motivation and confidence to explore.
Question 2...Carla would like to create experiences that promote autonomy in her curious son Paolo. Which of the following approaches would NOT help Carla promote Paolo's autonomy?
a. Ensure that his environment has most hazards removed and is safe for exploration.
b. Provide safe opportunities, support and encouragement for risk-taking.
c. Be sure to warn Paolo of all the dangers he might encounter in his exploration.
d. Be available to give him the support he needs if he makes a mistake.
Question 3...An augmentative communication system should only be used when it appears that a child will not learn to speak.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 4...Kyle asks his teacher Mr. Lee many questions about how things work. Mr. Lee tries to guide Kyle to explore and discover the answers by saying, How can we figure that out? Kyle generally responds by saying, I don't know. Can't you just tell me? Kyle needs more support to acquire which of the following components of autonomy?
a. Wonder and confidence
b. Wonder and motivation
c. Confidence and motivation
d. None of the above
Question 5...According to Dweck and other researchers, which of the following strategies increases children's mastery motivation?
a. Praising them frequently for their accomplishments
b. Acknowledging their effort and thinking process
c. Reminding them how smart or talented they are when they accomplish something
d. Rewarding them with tokens, points or stickers that they can trade in for desirable objects or activities
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