E04 Lesson 6 and 7 Exam SCORE 93 PERCENT

Question 1        2.5 / 2.5 points
Cary has not completed his math assignment all week. His basic skills test from early in the year shows him in the top five percent of all second-grade students in math reasoning. What should Cary's teacher do?
Question options:
 
a)     Give Cary the choice of completing it now or at recess.

 
b)     Realize that Cary may be bored and create more challenging work for him.

 
c)     Give Cary the choice of completing the work now or for homework.

 
d)     Realize that Cary may be confused and may need remedial work.

Question 2        2.5 / 2.5 points
Providing small child-sized pitchers for pouring juice and other child-sized materials can help children who have immature _________ skills be more successful in independently completing tasks.
Question options:
 
a)     cognitive

 
b)     preschool

 
c)     emotional

 
d)     coordination

Question 3        2.5 / 2.5 points
___________ sets the tone for the classroom.
Question options:
 
a)     Classroom environment

 
b)     Teacher attitude

 
c)     Breakfast

 
d)     A reward chart

Question 4        2.5 / 2.5 points
Knowing what to expect, having consistent limits, and having a reliable organization for materials all lead to _______________, helping to keep children safe.
Question options:
 
a)     predictability

 
b)     security

 
c)     stress

 
d)     evaluation

Question 5        2.5 / 2.5 points
Kayla has very low self-esteem. She misbehaves often and is rejected by other classmates. Her teacher, Mr. Vickers, has decided to work hard to give Kayla positive feedback whenever possible. What can Mr. Vickers expect to happen first when he begins this approach?
Question options:
 
a)     Kayla's behavior will worsen.

 
b)     Kayla will stop talking to Mr. Vickers.

 
c)     Kayla will be kind to Mr. Vickers.

 
d)     Kayla will cry frequently.

Question 6        2.5 / 2.5 points
Children need to feel loved and accepted. To accomplish this, teachers must:
Question options:
 
a)     have unconditional love for all children in their care.

 
b)     give children in their care a hug each day.

 
c)     have an enthusiastic approach for all children in their care.

 
d)     never have a favorite student.

Question 7        2.5 / 2.5 points
Which one of the following statements about lying is TRUE?
Question options:
 
a)     Young children often lie because they are confused between what is real and pretend.

 
b)     Young children cannot be held accountable for lying since they cannot understand the term.

 
c)     Young children who get fact and fantasy mixed up become adults who lie.

 
d)     Young children can be taught to tell the truth by giving them natural consequences for lying.

Question 8        2.5 / 2.5 points
Spencer, a three-year-old, is refusing to get dressed for the day. His mother, Melanie, is late for work already and she needs Spencer to cooperate. Which set of choices would be appropriate for Melanie to give Spencer that would meet his obvious need for power?
Question options:
 
a)     "You may choose to put your clothes on by yourself or Mommy will do it for you."

 
b)     "If you are choosing not to get dressed, you are choosing to have a time out."

 
c)     "Which shirt are you going to wear today, the green or the blue?"

 
d)     "When do you want to get dressed―now or in ten minutes?"

Question 9        2.5 / 2.5 points
When Jill plays board games with her preschool-aged sister, Karra, she notices that Karra keeps changing the rules so that she wins. Jill is getting frustrated which is leading toward conflict. ___________ is MOST likely contributing to Karra's problem.
Question options:
 
a)     Egocentrism

 
b)     Resentment

 
c)     Defiance

 
d)     Bad sportsmanship

Question 10        0 / 2.5 points
All of the following are appropriate ways to evaluate a child EXCEPT:
Question options:
 
a)     individual formative assessments.

 
b)     authentic feedback.

 
c)     weekly child-teacher conferences.

 
d)     traditional methods of assessment.

Question 11        2.5 / 2.5 points
When children have arguments about sharing toys, it is usually because young children have:
Question options:
 
a)     undeveloped cognitive skills.

 
b)     irrational thinking patterns.

 
c)     undeveloped social skills.

 
d)     undeveloped language skills.

Question 12        2.5 / 2.5 points
When communication is undeveloped, all of the following strategies can help EXCEPT:
Question options:
 
a)     having a cool down period.

 
b)     scaffolding each child as needed.

 
c)     discouraging the child to use art.

 
d)     role playing.

Question 13        2.5 / 2.5 points
A child _________ should NOT be considered a discipline problem.
Question options:
 
a)     bullying other students

 
b)     rolling his eyes

 
c)     sticking out her tongue

 
d)     wetting their pants

Question 14        2.5 / 2.5 points
According to constructive discipline and behavior modification, the BEST way to extinguish a negative behavior is to:
Question options:
 
a)     never reinforce the negative behavior.

 
b)     give a negative reinforcement when the behavior occurs.

 
c)     find a positive behavior to reward instead.

 
d)     cause extinction of the behavior by punishing the child.

Question 15        2.5 / 2.5 points
Lying, stealing, and cheating are all signs of:
Question options:
 
a)     emotional immaturity.

 
b)     lack of understanding.

 
c)     social withdrawal.

 
d)     developmental delay.

Question 16        2.5 / 2.5 points
When children are begging to help clean up, be the line leader, be the homework helper, and overall have a chance to shine in their classroom, their teacher has made them feel:
Question options:
 
a)     helpful.

 
b)     needed.

 
c)     loved.

 
d)     significant.

Question 17        2.5 / 2.5 points
Trust is formed:
Question options:
 
a)     outside the classroom.

 
b)     in the teen years.

 
c)     in the first years of life.

 
d)     by age 10.

Question 18        2.5 / 2.5 points
Pam is throwing bits of paper at Eli during quiet reading time. She is a struggling reader and her teacher, Mrs. Johnson, can tell she is not able to read independently during this time. Mrs. Johnson could help Pam by:
Question options:
 
a)     allowing Pam to do a different quiet activity during reading time.

 
b)     ignoring Pam's behavior and putting her in a spot where she will not disturb others tomorrow.

 
c)     having Pam pick up the paper and return to her seat to read easier books.

 
d)     allowing Pam to read with a fifth-grade partner during reading time.

Question 19        2.5 / 2.5 points
The type of written observation that involves recording each time a child displays a particular behavior, such as hitting, is called:
Question options:
 
a)     anecdotal notes.

 
b)     running records.

 
c)     event sampling.

 
d)     time sampling.

Question 20        0 / 2.5 points
Mr. Goldstein is working on a cooking project with his first grade class. While some children chop apples with plastic knives, five children at a time are working with Mr. Goldstein to mix a piecrust. Each child at the table is getting a turn to mix the crust with their fingers. Jindira is mixing when Kim gets impatient and pushes Jindira to the side so she can have her turn. According to constructive discipline, an appropriate consequence for Kim would be to send her:
Question options:
 
a)     to time out for five minutes and then allow her to have a turn.

 
b)     back to apple chopping and tell her she has lost her turn.

 
c)     back to apple chopping after she has apologized to Molly.

 
d)     back to apple chopping and tell her she may return when she is ready to wait for her turn.

Question 21        2.5 / 2.5 points
The prevention level of the three tiers of support may involve all of the following EXCEPT:
Question options:
 
a)     a confined space.

 
b)     a stress ball to squeeze.

 
c)     a small ball to sit on.

 
d)     room to wiggle.

Question 22        2.5 / 2.5 points
It is important to help children with chronic illnesses and extended absences stay connected to their classroom and their peers because:
Question options:
 
a)     friendships are critical for these children's social and emotional development.

 
b)     their parents are not teachers.

 
c)     they will not learn anything at home.

 
d)     having a relationship with a teacher is important.

Question 23        2.5 / 2.5 points
When asking a child to complete a task, teachers should try to be specific and:
Question options:
 
a)     speak very slowly and quietly.

 
b)     avoid using his or her name.

 
c)     use jargon the child can relate to.

 
d)     say the important information at the end of the sentence.

Question 24        2.5 / 2.5 points
Providing them with a soft, calming place in the classroom; making sure they know what to expect in their school day; and spending extra one-on-one time with them are ALL ways to help children who have:
Question options:
 
a)     experienced the death of a parent.

 
b)     chronic health problems.

 
c)     been abused.

 
d)     witnessed community violence.

Question 25        2.5 / 2.5 points
Teaching conflict resolution skills, appropriate methods for expressing emotions, and strategies for dealing with frustration is especially important for children who:
Question options:
 
a)     have underdeveloped communication skills.

 
b)     are in foster care.

 
c)     have been abused.

 
d)     are from military families.

Question 26        2.5 / 2.5 points
One way to prevent emotional outbursts and help children express how they feel is to:
Question options:
 
a)     have them draw or write about their feelings.

 
b)     have a daily check-in board.

 
c)     ask them how they feel during snack time.

 
d)     sing a song about feelings.

Question 27        2.5 / 2.5 points
Which of the following statements about community violence is NOT true?
Question options:
 
a)     It can lead to parental conflict.

 
b)     It causes children are fearful and anxious.

 
c)     It causes children to want to have more friends.

 
d)     It is increasing at an alarming rate.

Question 28        2.5 / 2.5 points
One way to help reduce the tension that often leads to aggression is:
Question options:
 
a)     yoga.

 
b)     singing.

 
c)     time-outs.

 
d)     ignoring it.

Question 29        0 / 2.5 points
A goal should be for the child to become self-___________ at school, not simply to obey for a reward.
Question options:
 
a)     governing

 
b)     reliant

 
c)     assured

 
d)     sufficient

Question 30        2.5 / 2.5 points
Many children who have experienced trauma question their competence and self-worth. This makes it important for teachers to:
Question options:
 
a)     fix all of their students' mistakes.

 
b)     show their students the correct way to do things.

 
c)     have a peer helper to fix other student's projects.

 
d)     promote a "can-do" attitude in the classroom.

Question 31        2.5 / 2.5 points
The intentional instruction level of the three tiers of support may involve all of the following EXCEPT:
Question options:
 
a)     games to increase attention span.

 
b)     brain exercises.

 
c)     organizational skills.

 
d)     a small-group setting.

Question 32        2.5 / 2.5 points
Children affected by divorce or separation may:
Question options:
 
a)     not have a fear of abandonment.

 
b)     be more secure in their attachment to others.

 
c)     blame their parents.

 
d)     be less secure in their attachment to others.

Question 33        2.5 / 2.5 points
According to your text, ______ percent of children who die from abuse are under the age of 4.
Question options:
 
a)     3

 
b)     25

 
c)     60

 
d)     80

Question 34        2.5 / 2.5 points
Providing students with opportunities to serve as a source of support to others helps them realize they are valuable members of the group which:
Question options:
 
a)     improves their self-worth and self-confidence.

 
b)     improves their academic performance.

 
c)     creates jealousy among the students.

 
d)     makes students forget to pay attention.

Question 35        2.5 / 2.5 points
Emotional abuse may include all of the following EXCEPT:
Question options:
 
a)     name-calling.

 
b)     slapping.

 
c)     rejection.

 
d)     isolation.

Question 36        2.5 / 2.5 points
One of the BEST ways to discover children's special talents is:
Question options:
 
a)     let them help others.

 
b)     offer them activity choices.

 
c)     observe them at various required activities.

 
d)     pair them with more skilled students.

Question 37        2.5 / 2.5 points
Manuel, a five-year-old child, is often inattentive. He has trouble sitting still for more than a minute in circle activities where his attention is required. Which solution would be MOST helpful for Manuel?
Question options:
 
a)     Having him sit on a ball or one-legged stool during circle time.

 
b)     Giving him another activity to do during circle time, such as reading.

 
c)     Having him play by himself in the play area during circle time.

 
d)     Having a one-on-one discussion with him about his problem.

Question 38        2.5 / 2.5 points
Viewing children from a strengths-based perspective means:
Question options:
 
a)     using children's strengths to plan the curriculum.

 
b)     using the strengths of some of the children to help others.

 
c)     believing in a child's abilities to succeed even in the face of adversity.

 
d)     using a strong speaking voice and firm actions to help guide behavior.

Question 39        2.5 / 2.5 points
There are three levels of attention described in the text: attention for survival, attention to things of interest, and:
Question options:
 
a)     attention to nature.

 
b)     selective attention.

 
c)     necessary attention.

 
d)     attention to details.

Question 40        2.5 / 2.5 points
The Council for Exceptional Children, Division for Early Childhood (CEC/EEC), and others describe three tiers of support schools can provide to children with social or emotional difficulties to help them become socially competent. Which of the following is NOT a tier?
Question options:
 
a)     Prevention

 
b)     Guidance

 
c)     Intentional instruction

 
d)     Individualized instruction

E04V Lesson 6 and 7 Exam Score 78 PERCENT

Question 1        2.5 / 2.5 points
According to constructive discipline and behavior modification, the BEST way to extinguish a negative behavior is to:
Question options:
 
a)     never reinforce the negative behavior.

 
b)     give a negative reinforcement when the behavior occurs.

 
c)     find a positive behavior to reward instead.

 
d)     cause extinction of the behavior by punishing the child.

Question 2        0 / 2.5 points
When children are begging to help clean up, be the line leader, be the homework helper, and overall have a chance to shine in their classroom, their teacher has made them feel:
Question options:
 
a)     helpful.

 
b)     needed.

 
c)     loved.

 
d)     significant.

Question 3        2.5 / 2.5 points
The type of written observation that involves longer documentation of a child's behaviors, including the observer's thoughts and comments, is called:
Question options:
 
a)     running records.

 
b)     anecdotal notes.

 
c)     time sampling.

 
d)     event sampling.

Question 4        2.5 / 2.5 points
Trust is formed:
Question options:
 
a)     outside the classroom.

 
b)     in the teen years.

 
c)     in the first years of life.

 
d)     by age 10.

Question 5        2.5 / 2.5 points
Pam is throwing bits of paper at Eli during quiet reading time. She is a struggling reader and her teacher, Mrs. Johnson, can tell she is not able to read independently during this time. Mrs. Johnson could help Pam by:
Question options:
 
a)     allowing Pam to do a different quiet activity during reading time.

 
b)     ignoring Pam's behavior and putting her in a spot where she will not disturb others tomorrow.

 
c)     having Pam pick up the paper and return to her seat to read easier books.

 
d)     allowing Pam to read with a fifth-grade partner during reading time.

Question 6        0 / 2.5 points
The type of written observation that involves recording each time a child displays a particular behavior, such as hitting, is called:
Question options:
 
a)     anecdotal notes.

 
b)     running records.

 
c)     event sampling.

 
d)     time sampling.

Question 7        2.5 / 2.5 points
Nora has been to the clinic three days this week with a stomachache. The nurse lets her lie down for ten minutes and then Nora seems fine and heads back to class. Which of the following is MOST likely causing Nora's problem?
Question options:
 
a)     A stomach virus

 
b)     The flu

 
c)     Another child upsetting her

 
d)     A need for attention

Question 8        0 / 2.5 points
Mary is conducting story-time with her pre-kindergarten class. She is having trouble with seven or eight children who are not sitting still and are not listening to the story. Mary has tried several "I messages" and reinforcing messages to those who are seated. What is the BEST way for Mary to handle this problem?
Question options:
 
a)     Remove the disruptive children from story time to a calming area until they are ready to listen.

 
b)     Stop reading the story and have the children go sit at the tables for a more exciting letter activity.

 
c)     Continue with the story and ignore the interruptions as long as the other children can hear.

 
d)     Stop reading and play an energetic game or sing an action song.

Question 9        0 / 2.5 points
Mr. Goldstein is working on a cooking project with his first grade class. While some children chop apples with plastic knives, five children at a time are working with Mr. Goldstein to mix a piecrust. Each child at the table is getting a turn to mix the crust with their fingers. Jindira is mixing when Kim gets impatient and pushes Jindira to the side so she can have her turn. According to constructive discipline, an appropriate consequence for Kim would be to send her:
Question options:
 
a)     to time out for five minutes and then allow her to have a turn.

 
b)     back to apple chopping and tell her she has lost her turn.

 
c)     back to apple chopping after she has apologized to Molly.

 
d)     back to apple chopping and tell her she may return when she is ready to wait for her turn.

Question 10        2.5 / 2.5 points
Hitting, kicking, biting, and spitting can be an indication that a child is having trouble with emotional regulation skills or that she needs help with __________ skills.
Question options:
 
a)     cognitive

 
b)     physical

 
c)     language

 
d)     gross motor

Question 11        2.5 / 2.5 points
For children to feel secure in their environment, there must be limits and behavior expectations, or guidelines. Two classroom guidelines children can easily remember are to be kind and:
Question options:
 
a)     safe.

 
b)     careful.

 
c)     take care of people and things.

 
d)     a good listener.

Question 12        2.5 / 2.5 points
Which one of the following ideas will NOT help children to feel personal ownership in their classroom?
Question options:
 
a)     Giving children the right to label works in progress, such as block structures, with their name

 
b)     Labeling a child's school supplies with his or her name

 
c)     Allowing a child to play with all of the blocks for 25 minutes each day

 
d)     Giving each child a designated desk or table spot

Question 13        2.5 / 2.5 points
In Ms. Chen's two-year-old room, Brendan is working hard to build a block tower. The tower falls each time Brendan tries to stack the third block onto the second block. After three tries, Brendan throws the blocks wildly and begins to scream and cry. Which one of the following statements about Brendan is TRUE?
Question options:
 
a)     Brendan is having trouble regulating his emotions.

 
b)     Brendan is not cognitively ready to stack blocks.

 
c)     Brendan does not have the gross motor skills to stack blocks.

 
d)     Brendan is not playing with an age-appropriate toy.

Question 14        2.5 / 2.5 points
Lying, stealing, and cheating are all signs of:
Question options:
 
a)     emotional immaturity.

 
b)     lack of understanding.

 
c)     social withdrawal.

 
d)     developmental delay.

Question 15        2.5 / 2.5 points
When children have arguments about sharing toys, it is usually because young children have:
Question options:
 
a)     undeveloped cognitive skills.

 
b)     irrational thinking patterns.

 
c)     undeveloped social skills.

 
d)     undeveloped language skills.

Question 16        2.5 / 2.5 points
A child _________ should NOT be considered a discipline problem.
Question options:
 
a)     bullying other students

 
b)     rolling his eyes

 
c)     sticking out her tongue

 
d)     wetting their pants

Question 17        0 / 2.5 points
Real choices are:
Question options:
 
a)     given to provide a chance to satisfy the child's need for control.

 
b)     chosen to grow the child's critical-thinking skills.

 
c)     determined by the adult and child together.

 
d)     chosen to get the child to always cooperate.

Question 18        2.5 / 2.5 points
When communication is undeveloped, all of the following strategies can help EXCEPT:
Question options:
 
a)     having a cool down period.

 
b)     scaffolding each child as needed.

 
c)     discouraging the child to use art.

 
d)     role playing.

Question 19        2.5 / 2.5 points
Mrs. Miller sees Brittany putting Legos from the manipulative shelf into her book bag. According to constructive discipline, Mrs. Miller should:
Question options:
 
a)     confront Brittany immediately and discuss why stealing is wrong.

 
b)     tell the class that no one will go out for recess until the Legos are returned.

 
c)     ask Brittany to show her book bag to Mrs. Miller.

 
d)     give Brittany a chance to return the Legos on her own without confrontation.

Question 20        2.5 / 2.5 points
Preparing to meet long-term goals for children's social and emotional development requires teachers to observe children's behavior. The most common forms of observation for these purposes are written records, __________, event sampling, and time sampling.
Question options:
 
a)     anecdotal note-taking

 
b)     videotapes

 
c)     audiotapes

 
d)     photographs

Question 21        2.5 / 2.5 points
One of the BEST ways to discover children's special talents is:
Question options:
 
a)     let them help others.

 
b)     offer them activity choices.

 
c)     observe them at various required activities.

 
d)     pair them with more skilled students.

Question 22        0 / 2.5 points
According to your text, ______ percent of children who die from abuse are under the age of 4.
Question options:
 
a)     3

 
b)     25

 
c)     60

 
d)     80

Question 23        2.5 / 2.5 points
Children undergo many significant changes in their daily life when their parents separate or divorce. These changes often leave children feeling less secure in their attachment to others, which often results in:
Question options:
 
a)     outward silliness.

 
b)     nightmares.

 
c)     a fear of abandonment.

 
d)     aggressive classroom behavior.

Question 24        2.5 / 2.5 points
Children in foster care do not always express their emotions outwardly, but when they have disagreements with peers or adults, they often feel:
Question options:
 
a)     anger and rage.

 
b)     anxiety and fear.

 
c)     anger and anxiety.

 
d)     sadness and fear.

Question 25        2.5 / 2.5 points
Calling out children in pairs, providing materials to be shared, and think-share-pair activities are ways to:
Question options:
 
a)     teach sharing.

 
b)     promote good behavior.

 
c)     observe differences.

 
d)     encourage friendships.

Question 26        2.5 / 2.5 points
Emotional abuse may include all of the following EXCEPT:
Question options:
 
a)     name-calling.

 
b)     slapping.

 
c)     rejection.

 
d)     isolation.

Question 27        2.5 / 2.5 points
Children affected by divorce or separation may:
Question options:
 
a)     not have a fear of abandonment.

 
b)     be more secure in their attachment to others.

 
c)     blame their parents.

 
d)     be less secure in their attachment to others.

Question 28        2.5 / 2.5 points
While cultural practices can be learned from books, it is BEST for teachers to learn them:
Question options:
 
a)     by asking other teachers about them.

 
b)     firsthand through observation.

 
c)     by speaking to an adult from that culture.

 
d)     by presenting a lesson on that culture to the class.

Question 29        0 / 2.5 points
Why are children from minorities more likely to be referred to the principal?
Question options:
 
a)     It is school policy.

 
b)     Peers are more likely to tattle on them.

 
c)     There is a mismatch with the teacher's values.

 
d)     None of the above

Question 30        2.5 / 2.5 points
The two components of self-esteem that teachers need to help develop are:
Question options:
 
a)     self-resilience and self-confidence.

 
b)     self-respect and self-worth.

 
c)     self-worth and self-confidence.

 
d)     resilience and risk-taking.

Question 31        2.5 / 2.5 points
The intentional instruction level of the three tiers of support may involve all of the following EXCEPT:
Question options:
 
a)     games to increase attention span.

 
b)     brain exercises.

 
c)     organizational skills.

 
d)     a small-group setting.

Question 32        2.5 / 2.5 points
In this state of attention, children are drawn to a novelty item or surprise and are often more focused. Teachers use this to grab students' attention at the beginning of lessons.
Question options:
 
a)     Attention to nature

 
b)     Selective attention

 
c)     Attention to things of interest

 
d)     Attention for survival

Question 33        2.5 / 2.5 points
There are three levels of attention described in the text: attention for survival, attention to things of interest, and:
Question options:
 
a)     attention to nature.

 
b)     selective attention.

 
c)     necessary attention.

 
d)     attention to details.

Question 34        2.5 / 2.5 points
_____________ is what allows us to stay focused on a specific task while ignoring other distractions.
Question options:
 
a)     Selective attention

 
b)     Attention for survival

 
c)     Positive attention

 
d)     Attention to things of interest

Question 35        0 / 2.5 points
Manuel, a five-year-old child, is often inattentive. He has trouble sitting still for more than a minute in circle activities where his attention is required. Which solution would be MOST helpful for Manuel?
Question options:
 
a)     Having him sit on a ball or one-legged stool during circle time.

 
b)     Giving him another activity to do during circle time, such as reading.

 
c)     Having him play by himself in the play area during circle time.

 
d)     Having a one-on-one discussion with him about his problem.

Question 36        2.5 / 2.5 points
Providing students with opportunities to serve as a source of support to others helps them realize they are valuable members of the group which:
Question options:
 
a)     improves their self-worth and self-confidence.

 
b)     improves their academic performance.

 
c)     creates jealousy among the students.

 
d)     makes students forget to pay attention.

Question 37        0 / 2.5 points
Many children who are exposed to violence withdraw from all interactions. As a teacher, you should try any of the following strategies EXCEPT:
Question options:
 
a)     having plenty of large-group activities.

 
b)     letting them play the lead role in one-on-one activities, such as buddy reading.

 
c)     teaching conflict resolution skills.

 
d)     providing many opportunities to work in a small group.

Question 38        2.5 / 2.5 points
Prevention strategies will help about ____ percent of the children learn appropriate social skills.
Question options:
 
a)     25

 
b)     50

 
c)     75

 
d)     85

Question 39        2.5 / 2.5 points
Viewing children from a strengths-based perspective means:
Question options:
 
a)     using children's strengths to plan the curriculum.

 
b)     using the strengths of some of the children to help others.

 
c)     believing in a child's abilities to succeed even in the face of adversity.

 
d)     using a strong speaking voice and firm actions to help guide behavior.

Question 40        2.5 / 2.5 points
The Council for Exceptional Children, Division for Early Childhood (CEC/EEC), and others describe three tiers of support schools can provide to children with social or emotional difficulties to help them become socially competent. Which of the following is NOT a tier?
Question options:
 
a)     Prevention

 
b)     Guidance

 
c)     Intentional instruction

 
d)     Individualized instruction

E03V Curriculum Development Lesson 3 Exam SCORE 100 PERCENT

Question 1        5 / 5 points
How does the appearance of a classroom impact learning and teaching?
Question options:
 
a)     Parents are impressed with how a place looks.

 
b)     Children tend to imitate behaviors they observe and they are more likely to maintain a clean and orderly room, if the adults do it.

 
c)     If materials are in approximately the same area, children will be attracted to that area without other prompts.

 
d)     If all of the materials that the children will use in a year are visible and available all of the time, the curriculum will be enhanced.

Question 2        5 / 5 points
Which of the following attributes does NOT fit the behavior pattern of an authoritarian adult? The adult:
Question options:
 
a)     has high expectations for children's behavior.

 
b)     is flexible.

 
c)     is detached.

 
d)     expects unquestioning obedience.

Question 3        5 / 5 points
Mrs. Schmidt noticed that Jacob had cut his leg on some outdoor play equipment that had a rough edge. What is her responsibility in this matter?
Question options:
 
a)     She should send him to the office.

 
b)     She should put on gloves and apply first aid.

 
c)     She should use gloves, apply first aid, and comfort the child.

 
d)     She should use gloves, apply first aid, comfort the child, and report the need for equipment repair.

Question 4        5 / 5 points
When assessing the overall layout of a classroom, what two factors should be so clear that children's movement behavior will be directly influenced?
Question options:
 
a)     Boundaries and pathways

 
b)     Location of large group area and the teacher's area

 
c)     Size of the furnishings and the numbers and locations of books

 
d)     The amount of child accessible storage and the presence of children's art materials

Question 5        5 / 5 points
How do children learn moral reasoning?
Question options:
 
a)     Listening to stories about characters' moral decision making

 
b)     Making decisions to avoid punishments or gain rewards

 
c)     Observing decisions and the consequences of decisions by peers

 
d)     All of these strategies are effective.

Question 6        5 / 5 points
Four-year-old Sara waits to take a second helping until everyone else has one. Her teacher says, "Sara, you waited to take more snack. Now you know that everyone got a chance to have some crackers. That was a kind thing to do." What strategy did her teacher use?
Question options:
 
a)     Positive consequences

 
b)     Modeling

 
c)     Direct instruction

 
d)     Communicating expectations

Question 7        5 / 5 points
Which of the following reasons is LEAST likely to be one that children in the early childhood years use in determining that an action is bad?
Question options:
 
a)     The action harms a person (e.g., hitting).

 
b)     The action disrupts the social order (e.g., not putting toys away).

 
c)     The action violates people's rights (e.g., name calling).

 
d)     The action damages property (e.g., breaking something).

Question 8        5 / 5 points
Mrs. Garner wanted children to understand how people were housed in the community. All of the children in the classroom lived in suburban houses on large lots. Which materials and strategies would be most effective in helping them understand that others had different experiences?
Question options:
 
a)     Photographs and pen and ink drawings of community housing alternatives.

 
b)     A field trip to an apartment house and a mobile home, and having a large tent put up on the playground.

 
c)     A storybook about houses around the world, featuring those in Africa.

 
d)     A furnished dollhouse, furnished doll apartment house, and a small or toy tent in the classroom.

Question 9        5 / 5 points
How do you structure a self-sustaining activity?
Question options:
 
a)     Just place new materials and equipment in a space large enough for it.

 
b)     Introduce the activity to a small group who can then show other children how to do it.

 
c)     Set limits so that children behave properly when using materials new to them.

 
d)     Go ahead with the activity that had been planned as a guided learning activity and help the children out if they have difficulty.

Question 10        5 / 5 points
Why use centers in early childhood settings?
Question options:
 
a)     The instructional difficulties related to individual and experiential differences are minimized.

 
b)     Teacher planning and preparation time is minimized, especially in the beginning.

 
c)     It assures that all children participate in the same things.

 
d)     Once set up, there is little for the teacher to do the rest of the year.

Question 11        5 / 5 points
Authoritative teachers do all of the following EXCEPT:
Question options:
 
a)     explain why some behaviors are appropriate and acceptable and others are not.

 
b)     inform children of expectations.

 
c)     encourage and reward certain behaviors.

 
d)     focus their comments to children on what children have done wrong.

Question 12        5 / 5 points
Tracy is surrounded by permissive adults. Over time, what does the research say she will probably be like?
Question options:
 
a)     Affectionate

 
b)     Compliant

 
c)     Independent

 
d)     Anxious

Question 13        5 / 5 points
The best strategy in reducing the level of sound in the classroom where children are engaging appropriately in center learning is to do what?
Question options:
 
a)     Set rules so children must remain quiet.

 
b)     Add carpet, cushions, corkboard or other soft materials.

 
c)     Limit movement of the children to a few at a time.

 
d)     Use more whole group instruction.

Question 14        5 / 5 points
Ms. Rosario was concerned about monitoring the progress of individual children in the second-grade classroom. What would be the best advice to give her?
Question options:
 
a)     Use centers only for exploration and practice.

 
b)     Give a test periodically to see if the children have achieved according to the standards set.

 
c)     Use a participation chart periodically.

 
d)     Develop a "have-to" center and ask children to check with her once they have completed the tasks therein.

Question 15        5 / 5 points
When deciding what rules to make for the classroom, teachers should ask themselves which of the following questions?

I. "Is the child's behavior irritating to me?"
II. "Is the child's behavior violating someone's rights?"
III. "Is the child's behavior unsafe?"
IV. "Is the child's behavior damaging to property?"
Question options:
 
a)     I and II

 
b)     I, II, and III

 
c)     I, II, III, and IV

 
d)     II, III, and IV

Question 16        5 / 5 points
Loretta slams the keys on the computer very roughly after being told to push them more gently. What would be a logical consequence?
Question options:
 
a)     A key breaks.

 
b)     Five minutes deducted from recess

 
c)     Loretta can only use the computer with adult assistance.

 
d)     Loretta must leave the area.

Question 17        5 / 5 points
Mr. Davidson cordoned off a section of the school grounds as a nature study area featuring plants that grow naturally in the region. What is the BEST educational response to the question: "Why have the children not planted a formal flower garden?"
Question options:
 
a)     This portion of the playground wasn't getting much use anyway.

 
b)     This area gives children a first-hand opportunity to study plants, insects, and small animals typical of the region.

 
c)     Children like to be outdoors.

 
d)     Natural habitats are less expensive to maintain than formal flower beds.

Question 18        5 / 5 points
Which of the following statements is NOT a criterion for the establishment of an effective center?
Question options:
 
a)     The center contributes to the long-range goals of the program.

 
b)     The activity is the best use of the children's time.

 
c)     The activity is a cute and appealing one to do.

 
d)     The materials and methods used are well-matched to the children's interests and developmental levels.

Question 19        5 / 5 points
Which of the following statements is a characteristic of preschool-age children's thinking?
Question options:
 
a)     Children's notions of cause and effect are based on mature concepts.

 
b)     Children know what is right, but often choose not to do it.

 
c)     Children's thinking about right and wrong is well-established.

 
d)     Children's thinking is characterized by centration.

Question 20        5 / 5 points
If a group of young children are all the same race, how would this influence the selection of materials?
Question options:
 
a)     Only materials that are consistent with that race should be provided.

 
b)     Books and materials that honorably represent all races should be provided.

 
c)     The focus should be on materials and books from the countries and cultures from which the children descended.

 
d)     The background of the children is not relevant and should not influence the selection of materials.

E03V Curriculum Development Lesson 2 Exam SCORE 90 PERCENT

Question 1        5 / 5 points
When children play games that require them to experience the concepts of inside, under, and next to, before having to apply those concepts on paper, the teacher is demonstrating awareness of what aspect of developmental direction?
Question options:
 
a)     Known to unknown

 
b)     Simple to complex

 
c)     Exploratory to goal directed

 
d)     Accurate to inaccurate

Question 2        0 / 5 points
Carrie, age 4, is visually impaired. She wears glasses that help but are not sufficient for her to see quite well. In her IEP, her intelligence and her hearing are within normal ranges. There is a note that her social skills are underdeveloped and she has been very indulged at home. She leaves group activities or whines or disturbs others during group experiences. Which strategies are NOT likely to be helpful?
Question options:
 
a)     Ask her to sit with another adult or near the leader close enough for her to see.

 
b)     Give her something to hold or something to do physically during most of group time.

 
c)     Exclude her from group time and ask her parent to pick her up early.

 
d)     Use a lot of participation where her physical and aural/oral abilities are used.

Question 3        5 / 5 points
Before going outside to plant seeds in the garden on the playground, Mr. Menendez models poking a hole in dirt with his finger, placing a seed in the hole, sprinkling dirt on top of the seed, and pouring a small amount of water over the newly-planted seed. He says things like, "What did I do first?" and "Are you ready to plant our seeds?" This is likely what kind of activity?
Question options:
 
a)     Planned demonstration

 
b)     Spontaneous demonstration

 
c)     Exploration

 
d)     Direct instruction

Question 4        5 / 5 points
What is the best closing to complete a 20-minute group time?
Question options:
 
a)     "That is all for today."

 
b)     "You will have to hurry in getting your coats on. You don't want to miss the bus."

 
c)     "Children wearing red may go first. Now those wearing green ...."

 
d)     Stop speaking, stand up, and walk to the food cart.

Question 5        5 / 5 points
Mr. Frank has observed that some children are playing chase and wrestling on the playground. Other children seem to be distressed by the big body play. What type of special group experience would best be used in this situation?
Question options:
 
a)     Greeting

 
b)     Story Telling

 
c)     Class meeting

 
d)     Reporting

Question 6        5 / 5 points
What is a "teachable moment"?
Question options:
 
a)     A spontaneous learning opportunity for the child

 
b)     A short time interval between two scheduled activities

 
c)     A planned activity in which the teacher highlights what the children learned that day in a fun and meaningful way

 
d)     A brief teaching time when children and teachers plan what they will do next

Question 7        5 / 5 points
At group time, Mrs. Rausch is talking to 20 three-year-olds about how to care for a pet. Which of the following strategies would best enhance the activity?
Question options:
 
a)     Pass around a dog brush, waiting for each child to touch it and ask a question or make an observation about it.

 
b)     Read a story about a child who takes care of his pet dog.

 
c)     Have several dog brushes for the children to look at in smaller groups around the circle.

 
d)     Observe a dog being groomed while its owner explains what is happening.

Question 8        5 / 5 points
What activity would happen in a group time that incorporates the Author's Chair?
Question options:
 
a)     Mrs. Jones selects an author of the week and reads the children a story by that author while sitting in her rocking chair at group time.

 
b)     A child selects a favorite author from books in the book basket, then goes up and shows the others the book selected.

 
c)     Five-year-old Melissa reads a story she wrote herself to the others in her class.

 
d)     Five-year-old Melissa shares a favorite picture book from home and then the teacher and the children talk about the author and the illustrator.

Question 9        5 / 5 points
Which of the following statements describes a common goal for every whole group time?
Question options:
 
a)     Children listen to a story.

 
b)     Children develop a sense of community.

 
c)     Children learn to follow directions and listen for details.

 
d)     Children learn about the new activities for the day.

Question 10        5 / 5 points
What strategy of structuring the setting ahead of time is NOT a part of preparation for group time?
Question options:
 
a)     Placement so that every child can see and hear

 
b)     Ensure enough space between children for all planned activities

 
c)     Organizing materials so that they are immediately at hand and in the order needed

 
d)     Keeping the group size to 10 children or fewer

Question 11        5 / 5 points
Mr. Jarvis wants to incorporate a show and tell routine into his Tuesday kindergarten schedule. Which of the following things should he consider FIRST as he develops this routine?
Question options:
 
a)     How many children will bring in items to show each Tuesday

 
b)     What his goals are for show and tell

 
c)     What to do about children who forget to bring something to show

 
d)     What rules should govern the show and tell activity and how will he enforce them in a positive way

Question 12        5 / 5 points
The teacher has developed a counting activity in which children are counting shells. Which of the following statements of content best fit this activity?
Question options:
 
a)     Shells come in many colors.

 
b)     Shells are sometimes large and sometimes small.

 
c)     Shells were once the home of tiny animals that live in the ocean.

 
d)     When counting, each object is counted only once.

Question 13        5 / 5 points
The short form of the lesson plan is suited for teachers who:
Question options:
 
a)     are more experienced, and therefore need to record fewer details.

 
b)     are not provided paid time for lesson planning, and may be too busy to have time for the long form.

 
c)     work alone and do not need to communicate activity plans in detail to coworkers.

 
d)     have less experience writing plans and are writing simpler activities.

Question 14        5 / 5 points
Ms. Demchik filled the water table and placed a set of eight-ounce plastic bottles on a nearby shelf. She put measuring cups and some plastic tubing in the water. As the children arrived, she invited them to play. She observed the children's explorations, then asked questions such as, "Which of these containers holds the most? How do you know?" She was prepared to accept any answer the children might give and to build on their answers with further questions and challenges. What activity type does the water table represent?
Question options:
 
a)     The water table was a direct instruction activity.

 
b)     The water table was a problem-solving activity.

 
c)     The water table was an exploratory activity.

 
d)     The water table was a guided discovery activity.

Question 15        5 / 5 points
The teacher notices that over the past several days, children have been leaving toys out on the playground. He decides to address the problem during group time. Which of the following group times would offer the best vehicle for addressing the problem?
Question options:
 
a)     Planning times

 
b)     Class meetings

 
c)     Brainstorming Groups

 
d)     Plan-do-review

Question 16        5 / 5 points
Which of the following parts of the activity plan should reflect the concept of developmental direction?
Question options:
 
a)     The materials

 
b)     The content

 
c)     The objectives

 
d)     The title

Question 17        5 / 5 points
Of the following activity types, which one gives children the least control over what happens in the activity?
Question options:
 
a)     Demonstrations

 
b)     Direct Instruction

 
c)     Discussions

 
d)     Guided Discovery

Question 18        5 / 5 points
Which strategy is NOT required as part of a brainstorming group time about insects?
Question options:
 
a)     Read a factual book about insects to the children.

 
b)     Invite children to talk about what they know about insects.

 
c)     Discuss how children want to find out new things about insects.

 
d)     Record what children want to learn about insects.

Question 19        5 / 5 points
Your textbook described the concept of developmental direction. Which of the following is an example of whole to part?
Question options:
 
a)     Arnold learns the concepts of tall and short by building towers of blocks and then applies this knowledge to identifying tall and short objects pictured side by side in photographs.

 
b)     Hannah practices fine motor skills by cutting out paper shapes and then recites the names of the shapes.

 
c)     Carl learns the meaning of a word by memorizing a song and then using the same word in another song later.

 
d)     Sarah sees and hears the teacher read the same story many times and then begins to pick out certain words in the text herself.

Question 20        0 / 5 points
During Miss Gross's carefully planned whole group teaching activity, some children began to wiggle and poke each other. What should she do immediately?
Question options:
 
a)     Scan the group to determine children's interest level and to see if the problem appears to center on any particular child.

 
b)     Stop what she is doing and scold the children for inattentive behavior.

 
c)     Increase the volume of her voice and continue as though nothing is amiss.

 
d)     Stop the group time and involve the children in a discussion about the group time rules.

E02 Child Development Assignment 8

Assignment 08

E02 Child Development

Directions:  Be sure to make an electronic copy of your answer before submitting it to Ashworth College for grading.  Unless otherwise stated, answer in complete sentences, and be sure to use correct English spelling and grammar.  Sources must be cited in APA format.  Your response should be four (4) pages in length; refer to the "Assignment Format" page for specific format requirements.

 

Part 1What are transitional objects?  Discuss at least four (4) examples of transitional objects that you or others whom you know had.Provide at least three (3) details of the role transitional objects play in the emotional development of the toddler. You will want to refer back to Lesson 5.

 

Part 2Provide five strong examples to describe the role of the early childhood professional in enhancing physical and motor development in children ages five through nine.Include how to implement and model these examples. You will want to refer back to Lesson 8.

 

 

 

BUSI570 ADE Week 5 Discussion 5

Using the www.yahoofinance.com site or other site with stock information, choose six firms: two each from three different industries. Gather the following information for each stock: 1) beta for each of these firms; and 2) the total return for the previous year for each firm. Also find the return on the S&P Index for the same time period.

Given the information you have obtained, discuss the differences you observe. How do the betas and returns compare? What are the similarities and differences you observe within industries? What are the similarities and differences you observe between industries? How would you explain your results in term of the following concepts:

1. Total Risk
2. Systematic Risk
3. Idiosyncratic Risk

 

 

BUSI570 ADE Week 2 Dropbox 2 End-Point Analysis Data Case - Coca-Cola

Coca-Cola Analysis

Below you will find financial data for Coca-Cola for the years 2006 and 2016.  This data includes the following:

1.       Raw numbers for the balance sheet and income statements

2.       Common-size balance sheets (all entries expressed as a percent of Total Assets)

3.       Common-size income statement (all entries expressed as a percent of Total Sales)

4.       Ratios—including liquidity, profitability, leverage, asset management, and marketratios

5.       DuPont equations

6.       Working Capital

7.       Cash Conversion Cycle