Guiding Children's Social Development Practice Test

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• Which environmental factor is NOT linked to gender-typical differences in children's play?
• Why is the goodness-of-fit between the caregiver and the infant or toddler an important dimension in the child's social development?
• A child who describes herself with 'I am a girl. I have black hair. I have a cat named Mittens' is likely how old?
• Perspective taking in prosocial behavior refers to which of the following?
• A child who is able to express mixed emotions is likely showing which capability?
• Which term best describes a repetitive routine a child performs before leaving, aimed at reducing anxiety even if it is not necessary?
• Which is the best example of reflective listening when mediating a conflict?
• How many children are estimated to live in poverty in the United States?
• What term is used for persistent, recurring thoughts that children cannot get out of their heads?
• How do adults convey their authority over children nonverbally in an appropriate manner?
• If Mr. Itsu could do only one of the following to promote prosocial behavior in his class, which would be most effective?
• Which concept involves deciding what is appropriate for children based on community norms and professional guidelines?
• When is it appropriate to have an expressionless face?
• What was the predominant outcome of Public Law 94-142?
• Select the appropriate behavior reflection for Hal watering the plants.
• What is the second primary emotion to appear?
• Which strategy is most likely to help a child with developmental delays participate with classmates?
• Which materials should be stored where kindergarten children can get and replace them daily?
• Carla's behavior in the toy competition scenario is described as which type of aggression?
• Which statement best describes the effect on children living in abusive homes?
• Why is sarcasm inappropriate for young children?
• A preschool teacher is trying to support a four-year-old who is eager to direct pretend play but is not always included. Which action should she try first?
• What is the primary function of metacommunication?
• Greg's behavior is an example of which concept?
• The practice of following a rule because it will be rewarded is called which concept?
• Which statement is not typical of touching behavior?
• To whom is baby talk most commonly addressed?
• Which item is associated with children's expressive style?
• Which term best describes instrumental aggression?
• What is always the first priority when professionals are making a decision about children?
• When is modeling most effective?
• Which statement best describes modeling in social development?
• Which statement best describes Level 2 friendships?
• What quality characterizes level one—one-way assistance friendships?
• When should adults begin to converse with children?
• IDEA is?
• Which of the following is NOT a necessary element of emotion?
• Which option best describes identification in compliance?
• What adult actions that occur in response to children's misbehavior communicate the personal power of the adult?
• In decision making about following established procedures to ensure fairness, which element is being considered?
• Which gender differences have been documented by research?
• Which of the following is NOT an intended outcome of a good daily schedule in a formal program?
• Which statement reflects respecting personal items in a shared space?
• How should staff view small routine adjustments in response to weather changes and growing efficiency?
• Which statement best describes ethical judgments?
• During snack time, there are five chairs but six children; what should the supervisor do?
• Which statement is true regarding poverty and child development?
• If a child asked you, 'How many people tried out for the choir?', which response would be appropriate?
• Which structural change would be most effective to promote social cooperation in a crowded reading area?
• Which of the following is an example of a human-created social trauma that stresses children?
• Which practice is developmentally appropriate to support self-regulation in toddlers?
• Which response best demonstrates verbal expansion after Selene shoveling snow?
• Which of the following is an example of social referencing?
• What experience is most important in fostering a sense of initiative?
• What is the internalized description of the self called?
• What has occurred when Zach grabs the spinner and Beckie yields?
• In which circumstances would an affective reflection be appropriate?
• Which sentence is a nonjudgmental report of a child’s behavior?
• Which statement correctly describes modeling in child development?
• Which behavior contributes to positive self-identity during play?
• In communication, paraphrasing a child’s statement is an example of which skill?
• In Level One friendships, what do children identify as friends?
• A child announces membership in the Royal Dragon Club and that Henry isn't a member. This describes what level of friendship?
• Which question do children ask themselves in object play that they don't ask in exploration?
• How would you describe Barbara's level of play in a scenario where she joins, listens to dialogue, makes role-appropriate comments, and coordinates with others?
• Fundamental adaptive coping systems are described as what?
• If a child like Cassy shows persistent lethargy despite rest and appetite, which professional should parents consult first?
• The most damaging thing about children living in abusive homes is
• An IFSP is
• Which social skill is learned during play?
• Which concept describes personal beliefs about what is desirable for children's well-being and development?
• Which disease now affects as many as 4.8 million children in the United States?
• What is the function of metacommunication?
• What is the best way to begin an interaction with a three-year-old who speaks little English?
• What is the purpose of including a private area within the space of a program?
• Which term describes the development of a personal identity?
• Which skill learned through play contributes to self-regulation?
• In deciding that the best way to teach a child to clean up is to limit the kinds of materials allowed, which facet of judgment making is being applied?
• Which classroom practice most effectively promotes prosocial behavior?
• How old are friends who spend a lot of time forming social clubs that are short-lived but intense?
• Which of the following behaviors would be considered aggressive?
• Mrs. Robinson is sick. Her son, Jonathan, offers his pacifier for comfort. What aspect of prosocial behavior would Jonathan benefit from knowing more about?
• Jeremy says, "I'm excited to play in the game on Saturday, but I'm also scared I might strike out." How old is Jeremy likely to be?
• Select the appropriate paraphrase reflection for the following situation: Child, "Look, teacher, I painted everything the same color."
• At what age range do gender-typed, same-sex play preferences emerge?
• From the described observation of a group of children, what can you conclude?
• Which statement is a prerequisite for prosocial helping?
• Which of the following is an example of a positive consequence?
• What is the initial nonverbal strategy when engaging a child who has limited English?
• Which description best fits a child who listens to others and coordinates roles in a pretend narrative?
• Which statement best describes internalization in child behavior development?
• What is the function of a metacommunication?
• If a child yields during a toy dispute, the observed effect on future behavior is best described as which concept?
• When an 18-month-old ignores your request, what should you do?
• For which of the following children might an intensive individualized intervention be most appropriate?
• Which behavior indicates a difficulty in maintaining positive relationships?
• Which strategy would be best for helping a shy child make friends?
• Which pair represents a primary dimension used to evaluate parental guidance styles?
• Kirsten continues to flip the dials on the television after being told to turn them carefully. Which would be a logical consequence?
• What does it mean when a nine-month-old shifts his body away from the adult to look at a truck?
• Why is the following personal message ineffective: You're having fun, but I’m worried that the rest of the children are getting mad about waiting in line. Come down from there.
• When two adults disagree on whether children should be allowed to climb back up the slide after coming down, which aspect of judgment making is in question?
• Which term describes an incident where two children want the same Lego and one shoves the other?
• Which of the following is the second primary emotion to appear?
• Which of the following is an example of verbal expansion?
• A child who ignores peer suggestions while playing a game is having difficulty in which skill phase?
• Why should infants be allowed to explore the environment when they are able to do so?
• Which facet of judgment making is illustrated by focusing on achieving a specific goal in instruction?
• Which statement correctly describes learning disabilities in relation to other disabilities?
• Which statement about shyness is true?
• What concept is demonstrated when a child imitates an adult's aggressive reaction to frustration?
• Which items are included in the category of stressors?
• Which of the following statements describes young children who care for themselves before and after school?
• Resilience is defined as which of the following?
• In a permissive household, which outcome is most consistent with research findings about the child's typical behavior?
• What does recasting involve?
• During conflict mediation, if an idea suggested earlier and rejected is proposed again, what should the teacher do?
• Which phrase is nonjudgmental?
• What term describes Ryan's behavior when he shoves Carla while both want Legos?
• Which statement best reflects the age at which mixed emotions are observed, as in feeling excited and scared at the same time?
• Which term describes a repetitive behavior intended to prevent distress, such as arranging objects in a line before departure?
• Which concept focuses on agreed-upon expectations for how to behave and operate within a program?
• In the preceding iPod scenario, which consequence is natural?
• Which term best describes a child who lines up toys and performs a specific touch ritual before leaving a room?
• Which statement best describes Gretchen's knowledge about Molly needing help?
• Which statement best describes how empathy-related caregiving supports a child's social development?
• Which statement best captures the developmental pattern of cultural awareness described in the material?
• What is a realistic expectation of peer relations in the first year?
• At approximately what age do children first begin to manifest stress in reaction to the death of a significant other?
• Which law produced inclusive education outcomes for children with disabilities?
• Which scenario demonstrates initiative by acting on a plan?
• Select the question that would most contribute to the relationship-building process.
• To which of the following children might the adult reflect "You're curious"?
• Which term describes a behavior pattern where a child repeatedly performs a task to ease distress, even if unnecessary?
• Which of the following is NOT a component of self-regulation?
• According to studies on gender differences in emotional expression, which statement is true?
• What is the individuation process?
• A child who describes herself with 'I am a girl. I have black hair. I have a cat named Mittens' is likely how old?
• Which incident demonstrates rough-and-tumble play?
• Why is sarcasm inappropriate for young children?
• In which scenario might cool down time be considered?
• In the given scenario, which statement about reporting suspected child abuse is correct?
• Which statement is true about decision-making priorities when safety is at stake?
• Which factor is NOT a basis for friendship?
• Which factor is most consistently associated with higher levels of hostile aggression in adolescence?
• What is a typical characteristic of a well-designed daily schedule in a formal program?
• The center director's choice to emphasize one child's self-confidence while deeming it less critical for a sibling demonstrates reflection on what?
• Which option is NOT listed as a stressor in the material?
• Which description best characterizes internalization?
• What is the function of planning?
• Which described action demonstrates displacement?
• Which of the following is NOT an appropriate definition of handicapped?
• Which option best describes the broader context of environments around a child?
• What is the best approach for improving cleanup after free play with a four-year-old class?
• Which behavior is most directly associated with prosocial development?
• Which boundaries are most difficult for children to recognize and maintain? Those made by
• Which of the following is an early sign of social development in infants?
• When the center director decides that promoting self-confidence for one child is prioritized over another, which element of judgment is she reflecting on?
• Sung Won and Jerome have been warned that if they continue to throw sand, they will have to go to another area to play. As you approach them and say, 'You're having fun. Remember I said...,' the children reply, 'We didn't mean it.' In this situation, what should you do?
• Which child is most likely to help when noticing that Rachel is struggling with a heavy box?
• Which strategy would best help reduce tantrums among toddlers?
• Danny expresses reluctance to put his hands in the plaster of Paris at the craft table. What would be the most appropriate response?
• What strategy is recommended to help shy children make friends?
• Which activity best represents constructive play?
• Which statement correctly contrasts instrumental and hostile aggression?
• If a reading area is overcrowded and noisy, which structuring technique would most likely promote social cooperation?
• In a homogeneous classroom, which strategy best supports cultural competence?
• Which term describes a consequence that is not logically related to the behavior?
• Shyness in children is often characterized by
• What is a realistic approach when a caregiver must leave a child with someone else?
• What is the best alternative to increase play opportunities when the budget for learning materials is very limited?
• Ms. Myers evaluates whether blocks must be placed in the correct baskets. This reflects consideration of which aspect of judgment?
• In which situation should you eliminate the reflection as part of your personal message?
• How is the term 'risk' defined in the material?
• Which scenario best demonstrates social exchange during play?
• Which outcome best matches permissive parenting?
• Which sentence is an affective reflection?
• Pamela Johnson teaches in a church-sponsored program with upper-middle-class white children in a fairly culturally homogeneous community. She wants to support cultural competence in the children. What can she do to support this?
• Identify the level of compliance associated with following a rule because it aligns with personal values.
• Which approach would best support solitary play and rest in a group of children?
• Peeping and voyeurism by children is best described as:
• When should adults talk about bullying with children?
• Ethical judgments focus on which of the following?
• Prioritizing consistent application of rules for all children reflects attention to which concept?
• Lizbet is described as a predictable, friendly baby who adjusts in a few minutes when left with a caregiver but cries when the vacuum is run. How would you describe her temperament?
• Which type of social participation is shown when Claude mixes soil and delivers cement to peers who have built a roadway nearby?
• What is the purpose of capacity signs indicating how many children can play in a given area?
• A child who recognizes that people can have two very different feelings about the same thing is probably what age?
• In the Candy Land scenario, how does the adult decide to help the children?
• Why should professionals refrain from using baby talk to children?
• In a scenario where a young child asks why a grandparent did not attend a family party, the child is most likely how old?
• Which statement best differentiates Asperger Syndrome from Autism?
• Which of the following is an affective reflection?
• Why is the consequence described for misbehavior during reading ineffective?
• Which scenario illustrates social referencing?
• When planning activities for very young children, which principle is recommended?
• Which cue do three-year-olds primarily rely on to understand others' feelings?
• Randy, a ten-year-old, would respond best to which reason for not handling Jim's card collection?
• Which combination is cited as the most frequent sources of children's extreme behavior?
• In the first step of developing helping behavior, what might Don do?
• Which of the following is not an emblem?
• The behavior of placing a 'Kick me' sign on someone's back is best described as which type of aggression?
• In the Kyoko scenario, what process was she most likely using to understand why a blind child is blind?
• At what age do children begin to convey emotional content in their communication?
• Megan, who pushes Scott down and causes him to scrape his knee, is told she will not watch TV later in the day. What type of consequence is this?
• The strategy of offering a star for handwashing exemplifies which behavior management technique?
• Lindsey pushes Neil down, causing him to scrape his knee. What type of consequence does she experience when told to get a wet towel to help clean the cut?
• Which phrase demonstrates verbal expansion when a child says 'Me want cookie'?
• Which statement best describes learning disabilities (LD) as a category of disabling conditions?
• A child who purposefully goads another child into tears is exhibiting which type of aggression?
• Why do children tend to push and shove in a crowd?
• What is a likely benefit of providing a private area inside a program space for young children?
• According to what you learned in Chapter 11, which consequence(s) would be the most effective?
• In the described adolescent scenario, which statement is most likely accurate?
• Which statement describes a common myth about how most children view their parents' divorce?
• Which term describes the internalized view of oneself including abilities and traits?
• To support a child who has developmental delays in a group setting, which approach is most appropriate?
• Which is not a necessary element of emotion?
• According to the material, which of the following is NOT a possible basis for friendship?
• Which is identified as the leading known cause of mental retardation in the nation's children?
• Which scenario best illustrates constructive play?
• In the first year, how do babies typically interact with peers?
• What is self-esteem?
• Which term best captures the ability to bounce back from adversity?
• Baby talk is most commonly addressed to which of the following groups?
• Which is the most accurate statement about the change of routines in the daily schedule?
• Which strategy yields the best results for encouraging prosocial behavior in children?
• Compared with younger children, older children show which pattern in the proportions of instrumental and hostile aggression?
• If Gretchen were in the second stage of prosocial behavior, how would you explain her behavior?
• Which statement best captures the role of play in social development?
• A child who avoids an argument by suggesting an agreeable solution demonstrates skill in which phase?
• Selecting whether to place blocks in the correct baskets represents attention to which aspect of judgment?
• Which of the following questions is open-ended?
• Which voice characteristics are you likely to hear when someone is very embarrassed?
• Which of the following is not an indicator that a toddler is developing self-awareness?
• When do human beings begin to have sexual feelings?
• Ben's sister taunts him, saying, "You're too little to carry that. Baby, baby, baby." Her actions might contribute to Ben's sense of what?
• In a classroom, a teacher consistently demonstrates helping behaviors, such as guiding a younger student and explaining tasks, in front of the class. This is an example of which concept?
• What is the first step in developing an intensive individualized intervention?
• Which of the following is not an emblem?
• Robin continues to click the iPod on and off after being told not to do so. The teacher considers several consequences. Which of the following is a logical consequence?
• Which term describes play where children are side-by-side with similar objects but minimal interaction?
• What is the best course of action for a parent who must leave a nine-month-old in someone else’s care?
• A child who hurts another child while struggling to gain possession of a toy is engaged in what type of aggression?
• Which direction are very young children most likely to respond to appropriately?
• Which statement best expresses the rule about returning items after use?
• Which use of silence does not carry any particular effective message?
• Which of the following best represents the most frequently reported sources of children's extreme behavior?
• The Craig friend example demonstrates which level of friendship?
• What is the best approach to promoting friendships within a group of children?
• What is a direct method to teach children to help others?
• What is the most important factor in predicting whether a child will recover from risk factors?
• Which adult behavior best supports self-regulation in very young children?
• Which attribute does NOT fit the behavior pattern of an authoritarian adult?
• In the classroom example where uppercase letters are taught before lowercase matches, which facet of judgment making is highlighted?
• What percentage of child sexual abuse cases involve the child knowing the offender?
• When a young infant is overstimulated, what behavior would you be likely to see?
• What is the purpose of an IFSP?
• Which statement about immediacy in consequences is most accurate?
• Which term describes how you evaluate your own worth?
• Which of the following is an example of displacement as defined in the material? A child who is angry hits a stuffed animal.
• At age three, which cue do children primarily rely on to infer others' feelings?
• When planning storage of materials that children use regularly, what should the adult consider?
• Which approach is most appropriate for a child who persistently pinches others while not being watched?
• Preferences for same-sex playmates (gender segregation) emerge
• Which statement about schedules is true?
• How does Asperger Syndrome Disorder differ from Autism?
• Which statement about risk factors and recovery is true?
• Which option is listed as a social skill learned during play?
• According to research on how gender influences children's emotional expression, which statement is true?
• Neglectful parents who fail to meet children's needs are typically characterized by which of the following?
• Which whole-group transition statement would be most effective as the children get ready to go home?
• When an adult intervenes in a kindergarten conflict, which reflection is most effective?
• A child who has learned to hide her emotions is probably what age?
• Which statement best describes the 1990 amendments' early intervention framework?
• In a small peer group, what does leader identification refer to?
• Which consequence would be most appropriate for a child who repeatedly misuses the iPod and requires supervision to regulate access?