Real-Life Social Skills + Communication
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.
❌ Not appropriate Why: Could hurt feelings ✔ Better: “It’s different—do you like it?” Task: Say a better response OR add a comment/question
Teacher says: “Oh great, another late assignment.” Instructions: Is this response appropriate? (Yes / No) Explain why it may or may not be appropriate. Suggest a better response.
Appropriate? ❌ Why: Sarcastic / Teacher is unhappy Better Response: “I’m sorry I’m late, I’ll do better next time.”
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.
Appropriate? ❌ Why: Sarcasm / Not a literal compliment Better Response: “Sorry for being late, it won’t happen again.”