Scenario: You’re trying to concentrate on your work, but the person next to you keeps talking. Question: How could you ask them to be quiet using an assertive style?
You could say, “I’m trying to focus on my work. Can we talk later?”
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Scenario: Your group keeps ignoring your ideas during a science project. Question: How could you use assertive communication to get their attention?
You could say, “I’d like to share my idea too, and I think it might help us.”
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Scenario: You’re at a birthday party and don’t know many people. You turn to someone and say, “Do you like the cake?” Question: How might that make the person feel? Why is small talk helpful in new situations?
They might feel more comfortable and willing to chat. Small talk helps break the ice and build connections.
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Scenario: You sit with a new group at lunch and say, “What’s your favorite movie?” Question: How might the other students feel about this kind of communication?
They might feel included, welcomed, and more willing to talk with you.
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Scenario: A classmate shows you their art and you say, “That doesn’t even look like a dog.” Question: How might that make them feel? How could you respond with kindness?
They might feel embarrassed or hurt. A kinder way would be, “Cool! What kind of dog is it? I like the colors.”
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boom
Lose 50 points!
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rocket
Go to first place!
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Go to last place!
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Scenario: Your friend always talks over you when you're telling a story. Question: What could you say to set a boundary in a respectful way?
You could say, “I’d like to finish what I was saying first. Then I want to hear your story too.”
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Scenario: You’re talking about your favorite video game and notice the other person keeps looking away and not answering. Question: What might they be feeling? What should you do?
They might be bored or not interested. You could ask, “Do you want to keep talking about this or something else?”
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Scenario: You’re stuck in a long line at a field trip museum. You don’t know the kid behind you very well. Question: What could you say to start a friendly conversation?
You could say, “Have you ever been to this museum before?” or “What was your favorite exhibit so far?”
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Scenario: A classmate brings in a homemade lunch and you say, “That looks gross.” Question: How might your words affect your classmate? What’s a kinder way to show curiosity?
They might feel embarrassed or sad. A kinder way would be, “What kind of food is that? I’ve never seen it before.”
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Scenario: A kid you don’t know bumps into you at the park, and you shout, “Watch where you’re going, dummy!” Question: How might that kid feel? What might be a better way to handle it?
They might feel scared or upset. A better way would be to say, “Hey, that hurt. Please be careful.”
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Scenario: You’re upset someone took a toy you were using. You yell, “Give it back! You’re so mean!” Question: How might the other person feel? What’s a better way to get the toy back?
They might feel attacked and not want to share. A better way: “I was using that toy. Can I please have it back when you're done?”
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Scenario: Someone accidentally bumps you in line. You turn and yell, “What’s your problem?!” Question: What might the other person think or feel? What’s a better choice?
They might feel confused or scared, especially if it was an accident. A better choice: “Hey, please be careful next time.”
