When an Adult Intervenes in a Conflict Between Two Sixth-Graders

question 61

Multiple Choice

When an adult intervenes in a conflict between two sixth-graders, what would be the most appropriate reflection?

• A) "You're hitting."
• B) "You hate Henry."
• C) "You're angry."
• D) "You could really hurt each other when you hit like that."
• E) "It upsets me when you hit each other. Try talking instead."

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Definitions:

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