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Marshmallow Experiment and Self-Control

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the main challenge presented to the children in the video?

a)

Eating a healthy snack

b)

Sharing toys

c)

Waiting for a second marshmallow

d)

Solving a puzzle

2.

What is the reward for waiting in the marshmallow test?

a)

A new toy

b)

Two marshmallows

c)

A different type of candy

d)

A hug from the adult

3.

What skill is being tested in the marshmallow experiment?

a)

Memory

b)

Creativity

c)

Self-control

d)

Physical strength

4.

What happens if a child eats the marshmallow before the adult returns?

a)

They get a different snack

b)

They don't get a second marshmallow

c)

They have to leave the room

d)

They get a smaller marshmallow

5.

Why might it be hard for children to wait for the second marshmallow?

a)

They don't like marshmallows

b)

They are not hungry

c)

The marshmallow looks very tempting

d)

They are afraid of the adult

6.

How do some children try to resist eating the marshmallow immediately?

a)

By singing a song

b)

By closing their eyes or looking away

c)

By asking for a different treat

d)

By running around the room

7.

What is a good strategy for practicing self-control, as shown by some children?

a)

Eating your favorite food first

b)

Distracting yourself from temptation

c)

Always getting what you want right away

d)

Ignoring rules

8.

What is a potential long-term benefit of being able to delay gratification, as suggested by the test?

a)

Getting more candy

b)

Being able to run faster

c)

Achieving goals and success

d)

Having more friends

9.

What did the children who successfully waited for the adult to return receive?

a)

One marshmallow

b)

No marshmallows

c)

Two marshmallows

d)

A different type of candy

10.

What is the main lesson about making choices that this video teaches?

a)

Always choose the biggest treat

b)

It's best to eat quickly

c)

Sometimes waiting can lead to a better reward

d)

Don't trust adults