The First Child facts

• A. Develop competent, responsible behavior or become very discouraged.
• B. They always avoid responsibility.
• C. They are never center of attention.
• D. They have no sense of achievement.

Answer: (A)

First-born children often grow up taking on responsibilities early and serving as role models for their siblings. This environment encourages them to develop competence and a strong sense of responsibility as they learn to manage tasks, follow rules, and meet parental expectations. At the same time, the weight of those expectations can be challenging, and without adequate support they may feel discouraged. That combination—being capable and responsible, with the potential for discouragement if pressures become overwhelming—is what this statement conveys.

The other ideas don’t fit as well: first-borns aren’t typically characterized by avoiding responsibility; they are often the focus of attention when they’re the only child or the eldest in the family; and they generally have opportunities to experience achievement as they reach early milestones, rather than lacking a sense of achievement.