Good Neighbor Basics
Saying "hello" when you see someone in the hallway is an example of this
Greeting or being friendly
What should you do after using a shared/common space?
Clean up after yourself
Is it respectful to play loud music late at night?
No
What should you say when you accidentally bump into someone?
"Sorry" or "Excuse me"
These people help maintain community buildings and grounds.
Maintenance staff
What should you always do when borrowing something from someone?
Return it when you're done
Where should you put a trash bag?
Inside a trash barrel
What should you do before entering someone's house, apartment, or bedroom?
Knock on the door
What should you do if you see litter on the ground?
Pick it up (only if it's safe to do so! Don't touch broken glass, used needles, or medical products)
What should you do if you notice a broken light in the hallway of a shared living space?
Report it
This word describes treating others the way you would like to be treated.
Respect
In a shared laundry room, what should you do when the wash cycle ends?
Move/remove your clothes ASAP so that the next person can use the machine
Why shouldn't you look through someone else's mail?
It's an invasion of their privacy
What's the polite thing to do when you want to speak, but someone else is talking?
Wait your turn to speak
What is the purpose of community rules?
To create a safe and welcoming environment.
What could you do to make a new neighbor feel welcome?
Introduce yourself
How should we leave shared equipment and furniture after using it?
In good condition
Why do some shared living spaces/communities enforce "quiet hours?"
So residents can enjoy peace and quiet
What should you do if you find a lost item in a shared community space?
Turn it in to lost and found
This quality helps people work together, solve problems peacefully, and create a welcoming community for everyone.
Respect
If you see a neighbor or peer struggling with alot of heavy bags, what should you do?
Offer to help
If there are no seats/tables available in a community space, what should you do?
Wait patiently
What should you do when you overhear a private conversation?
Mind your own business!
What would you do if you saw two neighbors having an argument in a public space?
Stay calm, show respect, and seek help if needed
Name three ways to be a good neighbor
Possible answers include being respectful, helping others, cleaning up after yourself, following community rules, keeping noise down, and communicating politely.