Question 1

When using the five-finger formula for conflict management,start with the thumb,which stands for
A)discuss and agree what the problem is
B)agree on a solution and how it will work
C)cool down
D)brainstorm solutions all can live with.

Accepted Answer

The thumb in the five-finger formula stands for "cool down". It is important to first take a step back and calm down before discussing the problem and trying to find a solution.

Question 2

In building a positive relationship with a father who is the primary caregiver,the teacher should do all BUT which of the following?
A)frequently offer unsolicited advice
B)share with the father the interests and successes of the child
C)encourage the father's efforts at parenting
D)be respectful toward the father

Accepted Answer

Offering unsolicited advice can come across as judgmental and diminish the father's role as the primary caregiver. Instead, the teacher should focus on building a supportive and positive relationship by sharing information about the child, encouraging the father's efforts, and demonstrating respect for his role as a parent.

Question 3

Why can't teachers prevent all conflicts?

Accepted Answer

Teachers can prevent institution-caused conflicts,but not necessarily those that arise from the developmental characteristics of young children,and the everyday conflicts that tend to arise when a large number of young people are confined to a relatively small space.Children will argue over toys,materials,and other forms of property simply because sharing is not a natural concept for them.Conflicts will also arise over territory and privilege in many ways and in many situations.The teacher should view these conflicts as opportunities to build children's social problem-solving skills.

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT one of the recommended guidelines for using conflict management?
A)The teacher intervenes firmly as a moral authority.
B)The teacher calms down all parties before starting.
C)The teacher need not mediate perfectly for children to learn social problem-solving skills.
D)The teacher supports the right of personal expression and the skill of effective communication.

Accepted Answer

The recommended guidelines for using conflict management do not include the teacher intervening as a moral authority. In fact, it is typically recommended that the teacher acts more as a mediator or facilitator rather than an authority figure in order to promote the development of social problem-solving skills in the children.

Question 5

Which is not a common peace prop?
A)block area
B)talk-and-listen chairs
C)peace puppets
D)talking stick

Accepted Answer

The other options (B, C, and D) are all common peace props used in various forms of conflict resolution and peacebuilding activities. The block area, while possibly useful in some contexts, is not typically associated with peacebuilding.

Question 6

The term "violence" refers specifically to
A)any type of overt response
B)actions that result in physical harm
C)actions that result in emotional harm
D)all of the above

Accepted Answer

The term "violence" specifically refers to actions that result in physical harm. While overt responses and actions that result in emotional harm could be seen as negative behaviors, they do not fit the specific definition of violence.

Question 7

In which is the teacher least involved?
A)parent-teacher conference
B)low-level mediation
C)high-level mediation
D)child negotiation

Accepted Answer

In child negotiation, the teacher is least involved as the children are encouraged to resolve their issues independently without much interference from the teacher. However, in parent-teacher conferences, low and high-level mediations, the teacher is actively involved in facilitating communication, finding common ground, and reaching a resolution.

Question 8

How does violence affect children's social problem-solving approach?

Accepted Answer

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Question 9

Which tends to be the most frequent source of conflict in the preprimary years?
A)peace props
B)territory
C)privilege
D)property

Accepted Answer

In preprimary years, conflicts often arise over property as children are learning to share and understand ownership.

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a common reason why teachers impose moralistic "solutions" that result in punishing one or more children in conflict?
A)need for a child to "learn the consequences" of his or her actions
B)determination that punishment is preferable to conflict resolution
C)need to "remind" certain children who is in charge
D)frustration at being distracted from "time on task"

Accepted Answer

B is not a common reason cited for imposing moralistic solutions. Typically, the focus is on teaching consequences, asserting authority, or managing classroom disruptions, rather than a preference for punishment over conflict resolution.

Question 11

What do teachers need to know about two trends in family diversity?

Accepted Answer

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Question 12

As a mediator,the teacher should
A)maintain an authoritative stance in all situations
B)share power with the children involved in the conflict.
C)consider only the feelings of the other classmates
D)work with high needs students primarily

Accepted Answer

As a mediator, the teacher's role is to facilitate communication and collaboration between conflicting parties. Sharing power with the children involved in the conflict promotes a sense of ownership over the situation and encourages the students to find their own solutions. Maintaining an authoritative stance may lead to a power struggle and hinder the mediation process. Considering only the feelings of other classmates may neglect the needs of the conflicting parties. Choosing to work with high needs students primarily is not relevant to the role of a mediator.

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a recommended strategy for working with custodial grandparents?
A)Collaborate with other agencies to line up services and service-advocacy for grandparents.
B)Discourage grandparents from reading children's books about family relationships to share with grandchildren.
C)Provide information about your program in "grandparent-friendly" ways.
D)Introduce grandparents to others in similar circumstances

Accepted Answer

Discouraging grandparents from reading children's books about family relationships to share with grandchildren is not a recommended strategy as it can undermine the important role that grandparents play in the lives of their grandchildren. The other options (A, C, and D) are recommended strategies for working with custodial grandparents.

Question 14

Young children do NOT tend to see problems
A)in the immediate moment
B)from their own point of view
C)in abstract terms
D)in physical terms

Accepted Answer

Young children typically struggle with abstract thinking, which involves concepts and ideas that are not directly tied to physical objects or experiences. They are more focused on concrete thinking, which relates to things they can directly observe and interact with in the physical world.

Question 15

Teachers should guide children to progress from
A)child negotiation to high-level mediation to low-level mediation.
B)high-level mediation to low-level mediation to child negotiation.
C)low-level mediation to high-level mediation to child negotiation.
D)child negotiation to low-level mediation to high-level mediation.

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 9: Using Conflict Management

When using the five-finger formula for conflict management,start with the thumb,which stands for

In building a positive relationship with a father who is the primary caregiver,the teacher should do all BUT which of the following?

Why can't teachers prevent all conflicts?

Which of the following is NOT one of the recommended guidelines for using conflict management?

Which is not a common peace prop?

The term "violence" refers specifically to

In which is the teacher least involved?

How does violence affect children's social problem-solving approach?

Which tends to be the most frequent source of conflict in the preprimary years?

Which of the following is NOT a common reason why teachers impose moralistic "solutions" that result in punishing one or more children in conflict?

What do teachers need to know about two trends in family diversity?

As a mediator,the teacher should

Which of the following is NOT a recommended strategy for working with custodial grandparents?

Young children do NOT tend to see problems

Teachers should guide children to progress from