When comparing girls to boys, which of the following is noted?

• A. All of the above
• B. Girls use more feeling words by age 2
• C. Girls are better able to read people without verbal cues at any age
• D. Girls grow up to smile more

Answer: (A)

Gender differences in early language and social behavior show that girls often develop and use more emotion words by around age two, tend to be more adept at reading others’ nonverbal cues, and are more likely to express warmth through smiles as they grow. Each of these observations reflects common patterns seen in child development and socialization, where girls are typically encouraged to be more relational and attuned to social signals. When a choice combines these notes, it captures the overall tendency described by the research, so “All of the above” is the best pick. Keep in mind these are general trends and can vary by child and culture.