Podcast
Questions and Answers
What does the author believe is the problem with how children are currently rewarded?
What does the author believe is the problem with how children are currently rewarded?
- That only losers are celebrated
- That only winners are acknowledged
- That everyone is given a trophy, regardless of performance (correct)
- That participation is not recognized at all
Why did the author's daughter receive a trophy?
Why did the author's daughter receive a trophy?
- Because she won the race
- Because she was the most enthusiastic participant
- Because she was the youngest participant
- Because she participated in the race (correct)
What did the author's son and daughter both receive at the finish line?
What did the author's son and daughter both receive at the finish line?
- A certificate of participation
- A ribbon (correct)
- A medal with their names on it
- A mega-trophy with the word 'Winner' on it
What is the author's opinion about the importance of recognizing participation?
What is the author's opinion about the importance of recognizing participation?
What did the author's daughter display on her wall?
What did the author's daughter display on her wall?
What is the main idea of the author's text?
What is the main idea of the author's text?
What is the author's main concern about the proliferation of trophies and awards?
What is the author's main concern about the proliferation of trophies and awards?
According to the author, what is the consequence of giving trophies to all participants?
According to the author, what is the consequence of giving trophies to all participants?
What is the author's attitude towards the dozens of trophies, ribbons, and medals in their room?
What is the author's attitude towards the dozens of trophies, ribbons, and medals in their room?
What is the author's primary concern about the message conveyed by trophies for all participants?
What is the author's primary concern about the message conveyed by trophies for all participants?
What is the author's view on the purpose of trophies in the past?
What is the author's view on the purpose of trophies in the past?
What is the author's concern about the impact of 'trophies for all' on children's preparation for reality?
What is the author's concern about the impact of 'trophies for all' on children's preparation for reality?