Independent Living
You realize you are almost out of toothpaste, laundry detergent, and toilet paper. What type of task should you complete?
What is a shopping list?
Your supervisor gives you instructions, but you don't understand one of the steps. What should you do?
What is politely ask for clarification?
What is the difference between a want and a need?
What is a need is something necessary, while a wants is something you'd like but can live without?
Someone is talking to you. You stop what you're doing, face them, listen, and wait until they're finished before responding. What skill are you demonstrating?
What is active listening?
What number should you call for an immediate emergency?
What is 911?
You have an appointment at 2pm and it takes 30 minutes to get there. You should plan to arrive 10-15 minutes early. About what time should you leave?
What is 1:15pm-1:20pm?
You are scheduled to work at 9am.Is arriving at 8:59am considered good workplace planning?
What is no- You should plan to arrive early enough to be ready to work at 9am?
You earn $400. Your bills are $250 and you spend $75 on groceries. How much remains?
What is $75
Your coworker asks, "Can you finish this for me?" but you already have an important assignment. Give one respectful response.
What is "I need to finish my assignment first. Could we talk to the supervisor about priorities?"
You're walking through a parking lot. Why shouldn't you assume driver can see you?
What is drivers may be distracted, have blind spots, or may not see pedestrians?
You notice water leaking underneath your kitchen sink. What should you do first?
What is safely turn off the water if you know how and notify a responsible person/landlord?
Your coworker makes a mistake that affects your work. What is generally the best first step?
What is calmly communicate with the coworker to ask the supervisor for help?
A shirt costs $40 and is 25% off. How much is the discount?
What is $10?
Someone sends you a text that could be interpreted as rude. What is better than immediately responding angrily?
What is pause, consider the meaning, and ask for clarification?
You receive a message saying you won a prize and must provide your bank information immediately. What should you do?
What is don't provide the information and verify that the message is legitimate?
You have $75 for groceries for the week. You spend $63.48. How much money remains?
What is $11.52?
You have a doctor's appointment during your scheduled work hours. What should you do?
What is notify your supervisor according to workplace policy as soon as possible?
You have $100 left after paying your required bills. You want to buy a $90 video game. Why might spending almost all of that money be a poor decision?
What is you may need money for emergencies, transportation, food, or unexpected expenses?
Give TWO examples of nonverbal communication.
What are facial expressions, posture, gestures, eye contact, personal space, or tone of voice.
You get separated from your group while visiting an unfamiliar community location. What are two things you should do?
What is stay in a safe/public location and contact a trusted person or staff member?
You are moving into your first apartment. Name 4 responsibilities you will now need to manage independently.
Possible Answers: Paying bills, cleaning, laundry, groceries, cooking, budgeting, scheduling appointments, taking care of the home, safety, etc.
Your supervisor give you feedback that you don't agree with. What is the most professional response?
What is listen, remain respectful, ask questions if needed and consider how you can improve?
You receive your paycheck and immediately spend most of it on entertainment. What important financial skills are you missing?
What is budgeting/prioritizing expenses and saving?
A friend keeps interrupting you while you're speaking. Give a respectful way to address the problem.
What is "I'd like to finish what I'm saying, and then I'd be happy to hear what you think?"
You are using public transportation and realize you are on the wrong bus. What should you do?
What is stay calm, remain on the bus or get off at a safe location as appropriate, an ask the driver/ staff for help?