Power of Language Quiz

When are responsive interactions most important?

• During arrival times

• During meal times

• During care-giving times and transitions

• There is no "most appropriate time"

Choose the statement that describes responsive interactions:

• A type of game you play with the children you teach

• A way to enhance relationships with infants and toddlers

• A technique to help you teach the children colors and ABC's

• Negative messages

What is not an element of responsive interactions?

• Use of touch

• Child directed speech

• No eye contact

• Acknowledgement of child's emotions

Responsive interactions are important because they...

• are real

• decrease language learning

• nurture positive relationships

• develop lack of trust

Which element of responsive interactions is verbal?

• Gestures

• Tuning in

• Touch

• Child directed speech

Which sentence starter would not be helpful for "tuning-in?"

• I see that...

• I noticed...

• Come here...

• I wonder...

Select the statement that would help you "tune-in" with a child.

• I heard you ringing your bell.

• Sit here.

• Look at me.

• Clap with me!

The most important way to help children develop language is...

• to be silent

• to build relationships

• use gestures