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Lesson 4 - Section Quiz Answers
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1.
Consistency and predictability are particularly important for maltreated
children: |
The correct answer:
b
Comment:
Consistency and predictability
instill children
with a sense of safety, allowing them to better
learn and develop.
| 2.
Punishment typically
helps a maltreated child feel secure, because they know where they stand. |
The correct answer:
False
Comment:
Maltreated children, as do all children, respond
best to encouragement, gentle redirection, clear
limits and expectations.
| 3.
Abused
and neglected children always experience physical touch as positive. |
The correct answer:
False
Comment: Many
maltreated children find physical touch threatening
and must learn, over time, what both
appropriate touch and physical boundaries are.
| 4. Maltreated children often have
difficulty coping with all the but following: |
The correct answer:
a
Comment:
Consistency and predictability help
all children feel safe and secure.
| 5. True or False:
Offering
a running commentary on a child’s behavior during play can help teach a
child appropriate social skills. |
The correct answer:
False
Comment: Your
insightful comments can help a child understand
cause and effect. When you say to your child
"I see you've offered Rachel your toy truck.
Sharing is a great way to make a friend," it helps
your child understand the value of his interaction.
| 6.
If a child runs to hug
you when you first meet her: |
The correct answer:
c
Comment:
Many children with attachment problems are
indiscriminant with their physical affection.
Do not reject these children. Rather gently
guide their intended embrace into a more slightly
distant interaction - such as a warm pat on the arm
or rub on the back along with a big smile and warm
hello!
| 7.
Listening and playing
with maltreated children can allow the child to open up and talk freely. |
The correct answer:
True
Comment: The
safer a child feels, the more he will reveal.
| 8.
When
working with or caring for maltreated children, it is important to: |
The correct answer:
d
Comment:
Intervene as early and as aggressively as possible.
| 9.
A comprehensive,
professional evaluation can help identify a child’s strengths and
problematic areas. |
The correct answer:
a
Comment:
Focus your efforts.
| 8.
Which of the following is a self-care strategy? |
The correct answer:
d
Comment:
Don't underestimate the energy it requires to care
for at-risk children (and children in general)!
Get rest, time for yourself and help with the
children in your care so that you can return to them
refreshed and more able to meet their needs.
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