Johnny's Parents Have Told Him That They Are Going to a 4ᵗʰ

question 23

Multiple Choice

Johnny's parents have told him that they are going to a 4ᵗʰ of July picnic tonight, and Johnny is afraid of the fireworks that he is going to see and hear. Which of the following would be the best way for Johnny to deal with this fear?

• A) Johnny takes his favorite stuffed animal and plays "fireworks," telling the toy not to be afraid.
• B) Asking his father to tell him a story about how fireworks got their name.
• C) Trying hard to tell himself to "be brave."
• D) Immersing himself in other activities so that he doesn't have to think about the fireworks until they get to the picnic.

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