Question 1

The effects that intrinsically follow a particular behavior are called _____, while rational and reasonable effects defined by the parents are called _____.
A)logical consequences; natural consequences
B)natural consequences; logical consequences
C)I-messages; you-messages
D)you-messages; I-messages

Accepted Answer

Natural consequences are the outcomes that happen as a result of behavior without any external intervention, while logical consequences are those imposed by parents or authority figures that are rational and related to the behavior.

Question 2

Johnny's mother tells him that she has a headache and would like him to bounce his ball outside and not in the house.If he continues to bounce his ball in the house, his mother will put away the ball.This would be a(n)
A)logical consequence.
B)natural consequence.
C)Type 1 punishment.
D)extinction procedure.

Accepted Answer

A logical consequence links the consequences of a behavior to the behavior itself. In this case, the consequence of Johnny's behavior (bouncing the ball inside) is that his mother will put the ball away. This consequence is logical because it is related to the behavior that led to it. Natural consequences involve the natural result of a behavior without any imposed consequence, while Type 1 punishment involves the addition of a negative consequence to decrease the likelihood of a behavior. Extinction procedure involves removing a previously reinforcing consequence to decrease the frequency of a behavior. None of these options fit the scenario described.

Question 3

According to Haim Ginott, which of the following statements about feelings is FALSE?
A)Some feelings are unacceptable.
B)People do not choose how they feel.
C)It is important to allow free expression of feelings.
D)When parents negate a child's feelings they are denying a very real part of the child's experience.

Accepted Answer

Haim Ginott believed that all feelings are acceptable, but not all behavior is. He believed that it is important to allow free expression of feelings in order to communicate effectively and that when parents negate a child's feelings they are denying a very real part of the child's experience. Therefore, statement A is false according to Ginott's philosophy.

Question 4

Which of the following examples does NOT illustrate a natural consequence of behavior?
A)If Aaron refuses to do his own laundry, he will have nothing to wear.
B)If Georgia keeps hitting the table, her arm will get tired and her palm will hurt.
C)If Matthew doesn't eat his dinner, he will not get dessert.
D)If Rhonda keeps screaming, she will get a sore throat.

Accepted Answer

This option involves a consequence imposed by someone else, rather than a natural consequence resulting from the behavior itself.

Question 5

Gabe is banging his drum in the house.His mother tells him, "I would like you to stop banging on the drum in the house, or you can take it outside to play." Gabe's mother is using
A)an I-message to set up the logical consequence.
B)a you-message to set up the natural consequence.
C)an extinction procedure.
D)the withdrawal of love technique.

Accepted Answer

Gabe's mother is using an I-message, which is a communication technique that focuses on expressing one's own feelings rather than placing blame or accusing the other person. She is using the I-message to set up a logical consequence, which is a consequential discipline strategy that helps children understand the connection between their actions and the outcome. The logical consequence in this case is that Gabe can either stop banging the drum inside or take it outside to play, which is a reasonable solution for everyone involved.

Question 6

Which of the following statements represents an I message?
A)"Leave me alone!"
B)"I can't stand it when you are loud and obnoxious like this!"
C)"You make me sick!"
D)"I am really tired, and I need some peace and quiet right now!"

Accepted Answer

An "I message" represents an assertive communication style, where the speaker expresses their thoughts and feelings regarding a situation without blaming or attacking the other person. Option D is an example of an "I message" because it starts with "I am" and expresses the speaker's need for peace and quiet.

Question 7

Leaving one's doll out in the yard and the doll getting wet would be considered a
A)logical consequence.
B)natural consequence.
C)positive punishment.
D)negative punishment.

Accepted Answer

A natural consequence is a result or outcome that occurs without any interference from others. In this scenario, leaving the doll out in the yard would naturally result in it getting wet due to rain or other weather conditions. It is not a punishment, positive or negative, because the action was not intentionally done to cause harm or teach a lesson.

Question 8

When a parent tells a child, "Don't ever leave your bicycle outside near the street again," the parent, according to Thomas Gordon, is using a(n)
A)you-message.
B)I-message.
C)management technique.
D)natural consequence.

Accepted Answer

The statement "Don't ever leave your bicycle outside near the street again" is a directive statement that focuses on the child's behavior rather than the parent's feelings or needs. This type of statement is known as a you-message as it places the blame on the child and can lead to defensiveness or rebellion.

Question 9

Michelle's mother and father are watching television.Michelle is playing nearby and begins to make a great deal of noise.Her mother tells her, "Michelle, we're trying to watch TV.You can settle down and watch with us or go play elsewhere.You decide which you'd rather do." Michelle's mother is using
A)an I-message to set up the logical consequence.
B)a you-message to set up the natural consequence.
C)an extinction procedure.
D)the withdrawal of love technique.

Accepted Answer

Michelle's mother is using an I-message, which is a communication technique that focuses on expressing how the speaker feels in a non-blaming way, stating the problematic behavior, and suggesting an alternative behavior. In this case, Michelle's mother is expressing how they are trying to watch TV, stating the problematic behavior (Michelle making noise), and suggesting two alternative behaviors (watching TV with them or playing elsewhere) for Michelle to choose from. This technique promotes problem-solving skills and reduces defensiveness in the recipient.

Question 10

Regarding you-messages and I-messages, which of the following statements is/are TRUE?
A)I-messages force a child to accept responsibility for the effects of his or her actions.
B)I-messages tell children what effect their behavior has on you.
C)You-messages usually take the form of bossing, lecturing, or threats.
D)All of these statements are true.

Accepted Answer

All the statements are true: I-messages communicate the impact of a child's behavior on the speaker, while you-messages often involve authoritative communication.

Question 11

Which of the following examples illustrates a logical consequence of behavior?
A)If Aaron refuses to do his own laundry, he will have nothing to wear.
B)If Georgia keeps hitting the table, her arm will get tired and her palm will hurt.
C)If Matthew doesn't eat his dinner, he will not get dessert.
D)If Rhonda does not set the alarm, she may be late for classes.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following examples illustrates a...

Question 12

When natural consequences for a behavior do not exist
A)parents can establish logical consequences.
B)there will be no consequences.
C)the child has no control over the consequences.
D)the child does not need consequences.

Accepted Answer

When natural consequences for a behavior do not exist, parents can establish logical consequences to help the child learn from their actions and understand the potential outcomes of their behavior. It is important for children to have consistent and appropriate consequences for their actions in order to learn and develop positive behaviors.

Question 13

Luis fails a test and tells his father that he feels stupid.According to Haim Ginnot, Luis' father would communicate most effectively with his son if he
A)said "You really feel that you are not as smart as others, don't you? Do you feel this way often?" to encourage his son to express his emotions.
B)said "Look son, in my eyes you are a fine person.But I understand how you feel.Everyone feels stupid at times."
C)said ,"You're improving.Look at the progress you've made in your other subjects" to offer some encouragement.
D)made all of these statements.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Luis fails a test and tells his...

Question 14

Which of the following is an I-message?
A)"Not I, not I."
B)"You forgot that I like soup."
C)"You never remember to pick up my mail."
D)"I would like you to pick up the mail."

Accepted Answer

An I-message includes a statement about one's own feelings, thoughts or desires, rather than blaming or accusing the other person. Option D begins with "I would like you to", indicating a request rather than an accusation or blame.

Question 15

You-messages tell children _____; I-messages tell children _____.
A)what's "wrong" with them; what effect their behavior has on you
B)what effect their behavior has on you; what's "wrong" with them.
C)that you are sensitive to their needs; that you are only concerned with your own needs.
D)that you are only concerned with your own needs; that you are sensitive to their needs.

Accepted Answer

You-messages focus on the child's behavior as a problem, while I-messages express the speaker's feelings and the impact of the child's behavior on them.

Question 16

Maria's two friends refused to play with her today, and Maria tells her mother that "everyone hates me." According to Haim Ginnot, Maria's mother would communicate most effectively with her daughter if she
A)urged her daughter to stop thinking that "everyone hates her."
B)placed the blame for her daughter's feelings on her two "so-called" friends.
C)encouraged her daughter to talk more about her feelings.
D)tells her daughter that "it is stupid to think that everyone hates you."

Accepted Answer

Encouraging Maria to talk more about her feelings will allow her to express herself and help her mother understand the extent of her emotions. This can help reinforce that her feelings are valid, and her mother can provide support and reassurance as needed. Dismissing her emotions or blaming her friends can make her feel unheard and unsupported, while telling her that her thoughts and feelings are "stupid" is invalidating and dismissive.

Question 17

According to Haim Ginott, which of the following statements about feelings is FALSE?
A)It is only actions that are subject to disapproval, not feelings.
B)People can choose how they feel.
C)It is important to allow free expression of feelings and offer encouragement.
D)Creative communication is an important ingredient of successful child management.

Accepted Answer

Haim Ginott believed that people cannot choose how they feel, as feelings are a natural and automatic response to situations. He emphasized the importance of acknowledging and accepting feelings, rather than denying or dismissing them. Therefore, statement B is false.

Question 18

When communicating with one's children, Thomas Gordon suggests that parents use
A)power assertive techniques.
B)a withdrawal of love.
C)I-messages.
D)you-messages.

Accepted Answer

Thomas Gordon suggests that parents use I-messages when communicating with their children. I-messages express the speaker's feelings and needs without blaming or accusing the other person. This helps to create a non-defensive, open communication between parent and child, and encourages the child to listen and respond positively. Power assertive techniques and withdrawal of love can harm the parent-child relationship and may lead to a negative outcome. You-messages can also be harmful as they tend to blame or criticize the other person, which can lead to a defensive response.

Question 19

Threatening, accusing, bossing, and lecturing children are most characteristic of
A)I-messages.
B)you-messages.
C)natural consequences.
D)the management techniques.

Accepted Answer

Threatening, accusing, bossing, and lecturing children are most characteristic of you-messages, which involve using "you" statements that blame, criticize, or judge the child's behavior or character. This is not an effective communication technique and can harm the child's self-esteem and relationship with the adult. I-messages, natural consequences, and management techniques are different approaches to disciplining children.

Question 20

Jason fails a test and tells his father that he feels so stupid.According to Haim Ginott, Jason's father would communicate most effectively with his son if he
A)urged his son to stop thinking he is stupid.
B)placed the blame for his son's failure on the teacher.
C)encouraged his son to talk more about his feelings.
D)encouraged his son to work harder on his school work.

Accepted Answer

According to Haim Ginott's principles of effective communication, the father should focus on actively listening to his son and encouraging him to express his feelings without judgement or criticism. By doing so, the father can not only help his son feel validated and understood, but also build a stronger relationship based on trust and open communication. Encouraging Jason to talk more about his feelings also sets the stage for productive problem-solving and future success.

Quiz 3: Extension C: Human Development

The effects that intrinsically follow a particular behavior are called _, while rational and reasonable effects defined by the parents are called _.

Johnny's mother tells him that she has a headache and would like him to bounce his ball outside and not in the house.If he continues to bounce his ball in the house, his mother will put away the ball.This would be a(n)

According to Haim Ginott, which of the following statements about feelings is FALSE?

Which of the following examples does NOT illustrate a natural consequence of behavior?

Gabe is banging his drum in the house.His mother tells him, "I would like you to stop banging on the drum in the house, or you can take it outside to play." Gabe's mother is using

Which of the following statements represents an I message?

Leaving one's doll out in the yard and the doll getting wet would be considered a

When a parent tells a child, "Don't ever leave your bicycle outside near the street again," the parent, according to Thomas Gordon, is using a(n)

Michelle's mother and father are watching television.Michelle is playing nearby and begins to make a great deal of noise.Her mother tells her, "Michelle, we're trying to watch TV.You can settle down and watch with us or go play elsewhere.You decide which you'd rather do." Michelle's mother is using

Regarding you-messages and I-messages, which of the following statements is/are TRUE?

Which of the following examples illustrates a logical consequence of behavior?

When natural consequences for a behavior do not exist

Luis fails a test and tells his father that he feels stupid.According to Haim Ginnot, Luis' father would communicate most effectively with his son if he

Which of the following is an I-message?

You-messages tell children _; I-messages tell children _.

Maria's two friends refused to play with her today, and Maria tells her mother that "everyone hates me." According to Haim Ginnot, Maria's mother would communicate most effectively with her daughter if she

According to Haim Ginott, which of the following statements about feelings is FALSE?

When communicating with one's children, Thomas Gordon suggests that parents use

Threatening, accusing, bossing, and lecturing children are most characteristic of

Jason fails a test and tells his father that he feels so stupid.According to Haim Ginott, Jason's father would communicate most effectively with his son if he