Children who are rejected by their peers most commonly tend to be:
a. aggressive.
b. anxious.
c. fearful.
d. shy.
Ques. 2A child may be described as showing behavioral inhibition if he or she:
a. is rejected or neglected by other children in the peer group.
b. often watches other children but seems afraid to approach and join.
c. seems to have very little motivation to interact with others.
d. seems to prefer solitary activities like reading or artwork.
Ques. 3Researchers generally agree that two important antecedents of social competence are:
a. complementary reciprocal play opportunities and early language and literacy skills.
b. development of friendships in infancy and dispositions such as cooperativeness and empathy.
c. opportunities to share with others and having both older and younger siblings.
d. socialization by parents and awareness of others' feelings and needs.
Ques. 4Research suggests that teachers tend to ignore preschool children who, as infants, had secure attachments with their caregivers.
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
Ques. 5A child whose esteem needs are not met will feel helpless, weak, and discouraged.
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
Ques. 6According to Rogers's humanistic theory, even a fully functioning person will mask or repress unpleasant thoughts, feelings, or memories.
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
Ques. 7A type of play in which children plan themes and roles together is called:
a. associative.
b. cooperative.
c. parallel.
d. solitary.
Ques. 8When a child's sense of initiative is emerging, the child will be most likely to demonstrate:
a. a desire to self-govern.
b. a need to be in close proximity to a trusted adult.
c. eagerness to master new skills.
d. frequent temper tantrums.
Ques. 9Four-year-olds learn to use one of the following connective words correctly before the others. Which one do they master first?
a. because.
b. before.
c. then.
d. when.
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