Evan Is a Slow Learner Who Is in the Fifth

question 19

Multiple Choice

Evan is a slow learner who is in the fifth grade.He has been attending remedial classes where he receives training to retain and recall information better.His teachers have reassured his parents that the cumulative effect of these remedial classes take some time and is not visible instantly.Despite this knowledge,Evan's father often chastises him for his mediocre marks and compares him unfavorably to his peers.Evan's father's approach to his academic performance is likely to lead to a ________ in Evan.

• A)greater sense of self-esteem
• B)greater sense of inferiority
• C)lower level of guilt and shame
• D)strong feeling of secure attachment

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Definitions:

Commitment

The state or quality of being dedicated to a cause, activity, or relationship, often requiring time, effort, and loyalty.

Conflict

A perceived incompatibility of actions, goals, or ideas.

Insecure Attachment

A type of attachment style where individuals may show anxiety or avoidance in close relationships, stemming from early interactions with caregivers.

Avoidant Attachment

A type of insecure attachment style characterized by difficulty in establishing close emotional relationships, preferring independence over seeking comfort from others.