At the Age of Four Months, Zach Was Excitable and Fearful

question 353

Multiple Choice

At the age of four months, Zach was excitable and fearful. His dad taped a colourful picture beside the changing table to entertain Zach during diaper changes. Zach overreacted to the picture and became agitated and nervous. According to our text, during his school years, Zach is most likely to become:

• A) curious about new school events.
• B) angry and aggressive towards unfamiliar peers.
• C) fearful at the prospect of sleeping in an unfamiliar house.
• D) an extroverted member of his peer group.

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