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.
Children's questions were mostly open-ended, leaving them uncertain whether they wanted an explanation of purpose or the underlying reason. Parents usually provided causal explanations, but some children found these answers insufficient for their level of understanding, leading them to create their own theories, especially in the context of religion.