The role of the peer group in the life of school-age children is that it:
a. Gives them an opportunity to learn dominance and hostility.
b. Allows them to remain dependent on their parents for a longer time.
c. Decreases their need to learn appropriate sex roles.
d. Provides them with security as they gain independence from their parents.
ANS: D
Peer-group identification is an important factor in gaining independence from parents. Through peer relationships, children learn ways to deal with dominance and hostility. They also learn how to relate to people in positions of leadership and authority and explore ideas and the physical environment. Peer-group identification helps in gaining independence rather than remaining dependent. A child's concept of appropriate sex roles is influenced by relationships with peers.
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