Which Fifth-Grader Is MOST Vulnerable to Low Self-Esteem

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which fifth-grader is MOST vulnerable to low self-esteem?

• A) Jerry, who is not doing well at academics, but doesn't worry because he is a star at baseball
• B) Kayla, who is a terrific student, but isn't performing well in her top priority-art
• C) Liam, the "class clown," who doesn't worry when he gets into trouble because he has so many friends
• D) Marlena, who is overweight, but whose mother gives her plenty of love

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