Multiple choice

After subsiding a disturbance in the classroom, the teacher's main concern should be

  1. to punish all offenders and thereby forestall the recurrence of unacceptable behaviour

  2. to know the cause of the misbehaviour

  3. to provide closer supervision as a means of preventing the recurrence of the incident

  4. to reduce the demands made upon the individuals involved as a means of reducing tension
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Understanding the root cause of misbehavior is essential for effective classroom management. Punishing all offenders (A) or closer supervision (C) may temporarily suppress symptoms but don't address underlying issues. Reducing demands (D) might avoid tension but doesn't solve problems. Only by identifying why the disturbance occurred can a teacher prevent recurrence and address real student needs.

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