Key Terms & Definitions
What is Respect?
Treating people kindly and fairly, the way you want to be treated.
Name 3 key characteristics of a positive friendship
Trust, Honesty, Kindness, Respect, or Support (Any 3)
What is the very first Fix-It step when you get angry or fall out with a friend?
Stop and breathe (take 3 slow breaths / count to 10)
Should you argue with friends inside a group chat? Why or why not?
No, talk face-to-face when calm or ask an adult
Is a one-off disagreement between friends considered bullying or a fall-out?
A fall-out
What is a conflict?
A disagreement between two or more people.
Name two normal reasons why friendships might change as you get older.
new classes/schools, friends moving away, new interests/hobbies, or growing up (Any 2)
Why is walking away during a heated argument considered a smart choice, not weak?
because fighting makes it worse, and walking away gives time to calm down
What question should you ask yourself before pressing send on a message?
Would I say it to their face?
How is bullying defined compared to a normal fall-out?
being unkind on purpose, again and again, where one person has more power
What is communication?
Sharing thoughts, feelings, and ideas using words and body language.
What is Step 1 in the 4 steps to make a new friend?
Say hello ("Hi" / "Salam!")
Name two common reasons why friends fall out.
misunderstandings, rumours/gossip, feeling left out/jealous, or game/competition arguments? (Any 2)
Why shouldn't you share private messages or photos from a group chat?
because private means private, and sharing hurts trust/respect
Who can fix a normal fall-out versus who handles bullying?
both people involved can fix a fall-out, but bullying ALWAYS requires telling an adult
What is a relationship?
The way two or more people connect with each other.
If you're not sure what to say to someone new, what can you ask about?
A game, an item, or a food they like etc.
Using the "Say It Calmly" formula, rephrase this sentence calmly: "You always ignore me!"
I feel left out when you walk off without me. I would like us to walk to class together" (or similar "I feel... when... I would like..." statement)
If you receive unkind messages in a group chat, what two actions should you take?
Save them as evidence (do not reply) AND tell a trusted adult
Name 3 trusted adults at school or home you can turn to for help.
Parent/Carer, Form Tutor, Subject Teacher, Head of Year, Pastoral Team, or Safeguarding Lead? (Any 3)
Translate or explain this famous proverb: "الصديق وقت الضيق"
What is "As-sadeeq waqt ad-deeq" / "A true friend is there for you in hard times"?
True or False: If a friend moves away or changes hobbies, it is your fault
False - Friendships change naturally, and it is normal
What question should you ask during Fix-It Step 4 when listening to your friend's side?
What happened for you?
What is a main cause of fall-outs in group chats?
rumours and gossip (or misunderstandings)
What should you do immediately if someone is getting physically hurt or feels scared?
Get an adult straight away