Babysitting Quiz

Which situation does not demonstrate effective monitoring?

• Edgar sits next to the baby pool his two-year-old brother is playing in, and gently splashes him.

• Jolie sits in a rocking chair in the nursery and reads a book while her one-year-old sister naps in her crib.

• Kendra puts three-year-old Stacy in the bathtub and then checks in on her periodically as she makes dinner.

• Jim holds the hand of the 18-month-old boy he is babysitting as they walk up and down the sidewalk.

Which is not necessary when changing a diaper?

• Stay at eye level with the baby.

• Wash your hands when you are finished.

• Be sure to have all of the supplies ready before you begin changing the diaper.

• Do not leave the baby unattended on the changing table.

Which is a precaution you should take to keep yourself and the children you care for safe from intruders?

• Never answer the phone when babysitting.

• Avoid taking the children outside of the house.

• Make sure the house is well-lit.

• Do not open the door for strangers.

Which is least important to discuss with parents the first time you babysit for their children?

• whether the children are allowed to watch television

• what time you will be paid

• what time to put the children to bed

• what types of food the children are allowed to have

Which action demonstrates a lack of responsibility?

• Shannon does not invite friends over while she is babysitting.

• Corey never opens the door for strangers.

• Gabe watches movies while the children play in their rooms.

• Raquel cleans up before the parents get back home.

How can you tell if an object is too small for a child under four years old?

• It is smaller than a golf ball.

• It can fit in or through a paper towel roll.

• It fits in the palm of a child's hand.

• It comes with a safety warning.

What kind of information would be useful in a babysitting resource binder?

• meal and entertainment ideas

• emergency phone numbers

• names and addresses of families for whom you babysit

• all of the above

What is the most important thing to keep in mind when holding an infant?

• Keep two hands on her torso.

• Be sure to support his head.

• Cradle him in your arms.

• Hold her on your shoulder.