Question

Which one of the following statements is more likely to motivate other children to meet the expectation for a desired behavior?

A. "I like the way Suzie is sitting so nice and straight. She is ready for circle time."
  B. "If you don't get ready for circle time, then you will lose a privilege."
  C. "We will start circle time when everyone is ready."
  D. "Circle time is my favorite time of day."

Answer 1

A. "I like the way Suzie is sitting so nice and straight. She is ready for circle time."

Step-by-step explanation:

A is the answer because children want to follow behaviors that are praised.

Answer 2

The question asks which statement will motivate OTHER children. This is a clue to the correct answer. If we talk of "other" children, then their must be at least one child that is not among the unmotivated kids. The only answer that fits with this clue is answer "A".