“What might someone need if they’re upset?”
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A family member criticizes your grades or behavior, and you feel defensive.
Tell them they’re wrong.
Argue and shout back.
Walk away and ignore them.
Say, I know you're concerned. Lets talk about what I can cha
“How do you think your teacher feels when people don’t participate?”
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Would you rather play sports or video games?”
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Your friend borrowed your headphones when they came over last week. Now you notice they are scratched.
What might have happened? How might you feel about the situation? What is a calm way to talk to your friend about it? What solution could help both of you?
Do you prefer studying in the morning or night?
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“What are your hobbies?” They say, “I don’t know.” What is the best response to keep the conversation going?
"What do you like doing when you’re not doing school?”
“Maybe you don’t have hobbies.”
“Sounds boring.”
In a virtual class, your teacher asks students to turn cameras on. One student keeps the camera off and doesn’t answer when the teacher calls on them.
“I wonder why the teacher is being strict.”
“I wonder if the student is being rude.”
wonder what might be happening at home that makes it hard to
“What might someone need if they’re upset?”
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You are at a restaurant and the server brings you the wrong food.
What is the problem in this situation? How could you politely tell the server? Why is it important to stay calm? What might the server say or do next?
Your parent asks you to pause your online class to help with something.
Politely say, “I can help after class. Can you remind me lat
Tell them the teacher will be mad.
Ignore them
“Did you watch the new show?” They say, “No.” What is the best way to keep the conversation going?
"What shows do you like instead?”
"Ok"
“You’re missing out.”
“What do you think someone feels when they’re ignored?”
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Friends want you to do something you don’t want to do. You feel pressure and upset.
Walk away without saying anything.
Do it anyway to avoid being left out.
Say “I’m not comfortable with that. Let’s do something else"
“Do you like math or science more?”
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Your parent says you have to stop gaming and come to dinner. You’re annoyed because you were in the middle of a game.
Say “No” and keep playing.
Calmly say Ok Ill come. Can I finish this level after dinner
Throw the controller and walk away.
Your parent asked you to take out the trash before dinner, but you forgot. Later, your parent notices and asks if you did it.
Should you make an excuse or be honest? What is an honest and responsible response? What could you do next time to remember?
“Why would someone lie about homework?”
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You go to a small store with a family member. The cashier asks how your day is going, but you don’t feel like talking.
Why might the cashier ask that question? What is a simple polite response you could give? Why do people sometimes use small talk? What might happen if you ig
“Do you like pets or no pets?”
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At a store, someone cuts in front of you in line.
Politely say, “Excuse me, I was next."
Cut them back.
Leave the line and complain.
Push them or yell.
“How was your weekend?” You ask a classmate this. They say “It was fine.” What is the best follow-up question to keep the conversation going?
"Okay."
"Fun."
"What did you do that was the most fun?”
A family member asks if you want to come with them to run errands. You would rather stay home watching car videos.
What are two respectful ways to respond? How might your tone change the situation? Why might the family member want you to come along? What could be a compro
“What did you eat today?
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You are playing an online game with your friends and talking through your headset. Your parent comes in and reminds you that your younger sibling is doing homework nearby and needs it to be quieter.
What is the problem? How might your sibling feel? What are two possible respectful solutions?
“Why might someone not respond to messages?”
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A friend used to reply fast in chat, but now they don’t respond.
Assume they are ignoring you on purpose
Give them time and send one message asking if they’re okay.
Send multiple messages asking why they aren’t replying.
“What did you think of the assignment?” A classmate says, “I didn’t like it.” What is the best follow-up question to keep the conversation going?
"Same"
“You’re just bad at it.”
"What part was the hardest for you?”
Your neighbor is outside working on their car. They ask if you like cars and start explaining what they are fixing.
What question could you ask about the car? How might the neighbor feel if you show interest? What might happen if you respond with a short or annoyed answer?
You want to show your parent something funny online, but they are on an important work call.
What clues show your parent is busy? What are two choices you could make? What would show respect for their time? When would be a better time to ask?
Do you prefer games or movies?
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A friend says something incorrect about how engines work.
What is a rude way to respond? What is a respectful way to explain the correct information? How might the friend feel if you correct them kindly?
How are you feeling today — calm, stressed, or bored?
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