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Your classmate says, “I don’t need help,” but looks overwhelmed and keeps redoing the same math problem. What emotion might be preventing them from asking for help?

You and a friend are playing a game. They say “I’m not competitive,” but slam their controller when they lose. What does their reaction reveal about their true feelings?

A friend says they “don’t care” about getting picked last for a game, then plays extremely hard the entire time. What does their behavior tell you?

A student laughs when they trip in the hallway, even though their face turns red. Why might their reaction not match their emotion?

A friend sends you a meme at 6 a.m. with the caption “this is my brain today.” What emotion or state might they be hinting at?

Two students are loudly debating whether cereal is a soup. One suddenly stops arguing and says, “You’re probably right,” even though they clearly don’t think so. Why might they do that emotionally or socially?

You share exciting news, but the person you tell gives a quick “cool” and walks away. What can you infer about their emotion or state of mind?

A student laughs along with a group teasing someone, but their smile looks forced. What might their real emotions be?

Someone apologizes to you quickly and avoids eye contact. What emotion might they be experiencing besides guilt?

A friend keeps checking the door during class. What might they be expecting or feeling?

A student politely tells you, “I don’t mind which game we play,” but looks disappointed when a game is chosen. What mixed emotions might be happening?

Someone says they “don’t want to talk about it” after losing a game. What emotion might they be feeling? Why might they avoid talking?

Your peer suddenly becomes very talkative and energetic on Monday morning. What might you infer about their weekend or feelings?

A classmate brings cupcakes for no special reason. What might you infer about their mood or motivation?

A group is planning an activity. One student keeps giving suggestions but no one responds. How might that student feel?

Someone laughs at something that isn’t funny and says, “I’m fine!” Why might their behavior not match their emotion? What can you infer?

A friend suddenly gets quiet after reading something on their laptop. What clues help you infer their emotions?

A student keeps bragging about a project they did. What deeper emotion might be behind the bragging?

Someone looks nervous while giving a presentation, but the class is being supportive. What emotions might they be juggling?

A friend tells you they “don’t care” about failing a quiz, but they keep bringing it up. What emotion is underneath their words?

You notice your classmate sitting alone at recess, watching others play. What emotions might be involved? What could you infer?

A peer says, “I guess I’ll do all the work… again,” with an eye roll. What feeling and social message are they communicating?

You're telling a story and someone keeps asking clarifying questions. What might this say about their interest or emotion?

Someone keeps rereading a text message and frowning. What might they be thinking or feeling?

A student slams their locker closed and walks quickly down the hallway. What emotion might they be experiencing? What context clues support it?

Two friends are whispering and laughing, but when you walk over, they stop talking. What are some possible inferences?

You tell a joke and only one person laughs while the others look confused. What might you infer about your joke or their emotions?

Someone says, “I studied all night… I hope it was worth it.” What can you infer about how they’re feeling about the test?

A classmate is talking excitedly but another student interrupts with a new topic. How might the first student feel? Why?

You invite a peer to sit with you at lunch. They say, “Maybe another time,” but smile politely. What mixed feelings might they have?

A friend walks into class with messy hair and forgets their book. They don’t talk to anyone. What might they be feeling? What clues do you see?

Your teacher asks, “Does anyone need extra help before we move on?” and everyone looks around but no one raises their hand. What might people be feeling? What’s the social pressure here?

Someone says, “No, it’s fine,” but their voice sounds tight and they avoid eye contact. What emotion is likely behind their words?

A classmate is smiling during your story, but their eyes keep drifting to their phone. What can you infer about their attention?

Your friend loudly sighs, closes their notebook, and stares at the ceiling. They say, “This is just great…” What are they probably feeling, and why?