Your friend drops their pencil, and you say: “Nice catch! You should be in the Olympics!” Is this sarcasm appropriate?
Yes, it’s a funny comment between friends
Your teacher reminds you again to stay quiet, and you say: “Wow, I totally forgot we had rules here.” Is this sarcasm appropriate?
No, it’s disrespectful
You spill juice and say (laughing): “I’m a master of being clean!” Is this sarcasm appropriate?
Yes, you’re joking about yourself
Your friend gets the answer wrong in class. You say: “Wow, that was so smart.” Is this sarcasm appropriate?
No, it could hurt their feelings
Your parent asks you to clean your room, and you say: “Oh sure, I live to fold socks and pick up dirty clothes!” Is this sarcasm appropriate?
No, it sounds rude to a parent
You’re stuck in traffic with your mom and say: “This is the most exciting day of my life!” Is this sarcasm appropriate?
Yes, it’s harmless and silly
Your friend wears a funny hat, and you say: “Nice hat! Did a clown lend it to you?” Is this sarcasm appropriate?
No, it could hurt their feelings
You forget your lunch and say: “Good job, brain. You really nailed it today.” Is this sarcasm appropriate?
Yes, it’s light and about yourself
Your brother wins a game, and you say: “Wow, I let you win... again.” Is this sarcasm appropriate?
No, it sounds like you’re being a sore loser
You say to your parent (smiling): “I bet you loved stepping on my Legos!” Is this sarcasm appropriate?
Yes, it’s a playful joke if they’re not mad
Your friend is nervous about their project. You say: “Don’t worry, you’ll only mess it up a little.” Is this sarcasm appropriate?
No, it makes them feel worse
At lunch, you say to someone you don’t know well: “Wow, you must really love weird food.” Is this sarcasm appropriate?
No, it could be hurtful
Your parent drops something and laughs, and you say: “Good thing you’re not a juggler!” Is this sarcasm appropriate?
Yes, it’s playful and kind
Your teacher asks if you’re ready to work, and you say: “Oh, I’ve never been more excited in my life... not.” Is this sarcasm appropriate?
No, it sounds disrespectful
