When students make the transition to middle or junior high school,they experience the _____ phenomenon,moving from being the oldest,biggest,and most powerful students in the elementary school to being the youngest,smallest,and least powerful students in the middle or junior high school.
A)big-brother
B)top-dog
C)domino effect
D)underdog

Question

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The term "top-dog" refers to the idea that students in middle or junior high school are competing to be at the top of the social hierarchy, much like dogs in a pack. This term accurately describes the experience of transitioning from elementary school to middle or junior high school.

When Students Make the Transition to Middle or Junior High