Eleven-Year-Old Elin Is in Line at the Drinking Fountain

question 39

Multiple Choice

Eleven-year-old Elin is in line at the drinking fountain. When a boy pushes her from behind, Elin is most likely to respond

• A) by crying.
• B) using verbal strategies.
• C) using physical aggression.
• D) by sulking.

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