Quiz on Trophies and Recognition

What question should parents ask program organizers regarding awards?

• How many trophies are given out?

• Which kids get awards?

• What is the cost of the trophies?

• How long is the program?

What were trophies originally made from?

• Gold

• Bronze

• Silver

• Copper

What percentage of their yearly budgets do A.Y.S.O. local branches spend on trophies?

• 5 percent

• 10 percent

• 12 percent

• 15 percent

How much is the trophy and award industry worth annually in the U.S. and Canada?

• $1 billion

• $2 billion

• $3 billion

• $4 billion

What might children do when they feel demoralized by failure?

• Try harder

• Seek help

• Cheat

• Quit

What is the main concern about giving children awards automatically?

• It encourages them to work harder.

• It removes the need for problem-solving skills.

• It helps them learn faster.

• It makes them more competitive.

What does the author suggest about treating kids identically when it comes to rewards?

• It is always beneficial.

• It can lead to negative outcomes.

• It encourages fairness.

• It promotes equality.

What was the reason for canceling participation trophies in the Oklahoma Little League?

• Lack of interest.

• Budget shortfall.

• New league rules.

• Parental complaints.

What is the author's stance on a child's right to lose?

• It should be avoided.

• It should be embraced.

• It is harmful.

• It is irrelevant.

What is the purpose of having only three awards according to the baseball coach example?

• To save money.

• To encourage excellence and improvement.

• To reduce competition.

• To simplify the award process.