In their questions, the children were mostly ambiguous, unclear if they desired an explanation of purpose or cause. Although parents will usually answer with a causal explanation, some children found the answers and explanations inadequate for their understanding, and as a result, they begin to create their own theories, particularly evident in children's understanding of religion.
The children's queries were mostly unclear, leaving them uncertain between seeking an explanation of purpose and cause. Typically, parents would provide a causal explanation, but some children felt that these answers were not sufficient for their comprehension, resulting in them developing their own theories, particularly evident in the realm of religion.