You interrupt someone and say: “That’s boring.” Instructions: Is this response appropriate? (Yes / No) Explain why it may or may not be appropriate. Suggest a better response.

Your friend gets a bad haircut and you say: “That looks really bad.” Instructions: Is this response appropriate? (Yes / No) Explain why it may or may not be appropriate. Suggest a better response.

Friend says: “Yeah, because that makes total sense…” Instructions: Is this response appropriate? (Yes / No) Explain why it may or may not be appropriate. Suggest a better response.

A student rushed homework. The teacher said: “I can tell you took your time.” Instructions: Is this response appropriate? (Yes / No) Explain why it may or may not be appropriate. Suggest a better response.

Someone asks for help and you say: “Figure it out yourself.” Instructions: Is this response appropriate? (Yes / No) Explain why it may or may not be appropriate. Suggest a better response.

A student stayed up late, missed the bus, and arrived late. Teacher said: “Nice of you to join us.” Instructions: Is this response appropriate? (Yes / No) Explain why it may or may not be appropriate. Suggest a better response.

A student studied hard, got a C, and a friend said: “At least you passed.” Instructions: Is this response appropriate? (Yes / No) Explain why it may or may not be appropriate. Suggest a better response.

A student dropped their lunch. A friend said: “Great start to your day.” Instructions: Is this response appropriate? (Yes / No) Explain why it may or may not be appropriate. Suggest a better response.

Someone says: “I just LOVE when my phone dies.” Instructions: Is this response appropriate? (Yes / No) Explain why it may or may not be appropriate. Suggest a better response.

A student forgot their presentation and said, “Oops.” Teacher responded, “Very responsible.” Instructions: Is this response appropriate? (Yes / No) Explain why it may or may not be appropriate. Suggest a better response.

Someone says: “Wow, you’re really early…” (but you are late). Instructions: Is this response appropriate? (Yes / No) Explain why it may or may not be appropriate. Suggest a better response.

Teacher says: “Don’t all volunteer at once.” Instructions: Is this response appropriate? (Yes / No) Explain why it may or may not be appropriate. Suggest a better response.