This Way Home
What was Elijah’s favorite activity?
Playing basketball
What is Social Responsibility?
Acting in ways that support your community, environment, and others
True or False:
A student who waits passively for things to happen and doesn’t plan ahead is NOT practicing strong self-management.
True
What is the core benefit of being emotionally intelligent?
Understanding yourself so you can make better decisions
What is the full name of the main book that forms the core of this course?
On Course—Strategies for Success in College, Career, and Life—Cengage Learning
What is the name of the gang that pressures Elijah and his teammates during the tournament?
Blood Street Nation
Name some lifestyle choices that contributes to better health and a longer life.
Eating a healthy diet
Exercising regularly
Maintaining a healthy weight
Not smoking
Drinking alcohol in moderation
What self-management tool is best for keeping track of things that happen every week, like class times or work shifts?
Weekly Calendar
When someone asks, "How are you?" which response often blocks real emotional honesty and prevents genuine connection?
I’m fine
I’m the office that helps you get financially cleared for classes, guides you through scholarships, loans, grants, and payment plans, and answers questions about your student account and your balance.
Who am I?
Student Financial Services / Financial Aid Office
How is the novel This Way Home categorized?
Young Adult Fiction novel
In a group project, what would a student with personal responsibility do when the team is falling behind?
Take ownership, organize tasks, communicate clearly, or take responsibility for their part.
Successful students “act on purpose.” When they choose actions intentionally, what are they actually working toward?
Their goals and dreams
A business student intern is working on a group project. One teammate seems frustrated but isn’t saying anything. To help the team communicate better, what emotional literacy skill would be most useful?
Helping the team identify emotions and understand what those emotions signal
Prof. Whatley always reminds us of “the most precious thing we have.” What is it, and why is it the most precious?
Time; because we can’t get it back, it’s limited, and everything we achieve depends on how we use it.
What major conflict does Elijah face as he pursues his goals?
Pressure from the Blood Street Nation to represent their colors, threatening his team and community.
When you're trying to make a wise choice, what’s the first thing you should ask yourself in the process?
“What is my present situation?”
Your friend in your accounting class feels completely overwhelmed because assignments are piling up and they’re falling behind on schoolwork. Give at least three skills that could help your friend reduce that overwhelmed feeling?
1.Time management
2. Planning Organization
3. Creating a study plan
During a basketball game, Jordan misses two easy layups. Frustrated, he storms off the court, yelling at his teammates. He insists, "I can’t help it, I just feel things deeply, so that means I have high EQ."
Why is his statement incorrect?
High EQ is about managing emotions, not being controlled by them
If you’re struggling academically, what is the name of the office that provides FREE tutoring, academic support, study strategies, résumé and internship help; AND name the two staff members who work there? Tell us where the office is located.
The Betty Howard Student Center for Student Success ( Wilkinson Hall 1st floor Suite 133)
- Ms. Sellers
- Dean Banks
Why is Elijah’s decision to stand up to the Blood Street Nation considered the turning point of the story?
Because it forces Elijah to choose courage over safety, leading to alliances and actions that challenge the gang’s power
Give at least three differences between a Creator Mindset and a Victim Mindset.
Victim blames; Creator takes responsibility
Victim reacts; Creator chooses solutions
Victim makes excuses; Creator makes plans
Victim feels powerless; Creator takes action
Victim focuses on problems; Creator focuses on outcomes
What do we call the ability to stay committed, focused, and persistent toward a goal, even when progress is slow or obstacles appear?
Grit
Which EQ skill involves recognizing emotional cues before someone expresses them out loud, allowing you to respond with empathy, timing, and awareness?
Social Awareness
Spell ALL of the following words correctly. If you miss even ONE letter, you lose ALL the points.
1. Accountability
2. Perseverance
3. Entrepreneurship
4. Recommendation
5. Professionalism