TKT Ped Rev. Test: Chapter 2

1. According to the text, what are some strategies used by Australian primary teachers to manage classroom behaviour?

• 1. a) Encouragement and praise

• 1. b) Punishment and discussions

• c) Rule formation and punishment

• 1. d) Encouragement and discussions

1. What are the four categories of student behaviour discussed in the textbook?

• 1. a) Category A, B, C, D

• 1. b) Category X, Y, Z, W

• 1. c) Category Good, Average, Poor, Excellent

• 1. d) Category Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert

1. The text mentions that teachers may use five types of power to gain responsible behaviour from students. Which type of power is based on a student's desire to avoid punishment?

• 1. a) Coercive power

• 1. b) Reward power

• 1. c) Legitimate power

• 1. d) Expert power

1. What percentage of teachers in the surveys reported using the strategies of worrying and wishful thinking?

• 1. a) 4-6%

• 1. b) 20-30%

• 1. c) 24-35%

• 1. d) 48-51%

1. According to the text, why do teachers sometimes use aggressive classroom management techniques?

• 1. a) Because they enjoy being aggressive

• 1. b) Because they believe it can improve student behaviour

• 1. c) Because they lack knowledge of other techniques

• 1. d) Because it is a requirement of the curriculum

1. The textbook mentions that some teachers feel stressed about classroom management. How do they cope with this stress?

• 1. a) By seeking professional help

• b) By focusing on the positive

• 1. c) By blaming themselves

• 1. d) By attending relevant meetings

1. How do students in Category A typically respond to the curriculum?

• 1. a) They often misbehave and are a distraction

• 1. b) They participate in rule formation and show appropriate behaviour

• 1. c) They often isolate themselves and are often removed from the classroom

• 1. d) They are less interested in the work and lack confidence

1. According to the text, what is the "ripple effect" in classroom discipline?

• 1. a) The effect of aggressive behaviour on non-target students

• 1. b) The effect of teacher stress on student behaviour

• 1. c) The effect of positive reinforcement on student motivation

• 1. d) The effect of student misbehaviour on teacher morale

1. How did the textbook gather information on teachers' views about aggressive management techniques?

• 1. a) Through interviews with 20 teachers

• 1. b) Through surveys of teaching staff

• 1. c) Through observations in classrooms

• 1. d) Through discussions with school principals

1. What percentage of teachers reported using dysfunctional coping strategies, such as blaming oneself and ignoring the issue?

• 1. a) 4-6%

• 1. b) 20-30%

• 1. c) 24-35%

• 1. d) 48-51%