FRIENDSHIP BASICS
What is friendship?
A. Playing games with people
B. A trusting relationship with someone who cares about you
C. Talking to someone once in a while
D. A group of classmates
B. A trusting relationship with someone who cares about you
Which of these is a “green flag” in a friendship?
A. They gossip about you
B. They respect your boundaries
C. They use you for rides
D. They ignore your texts
B. They respect your boundaries
Good communication means:
A. Talking the most
B. Yelling to get your point across
C. Listening without interrupting
D. Being right all the time
C. Listening without interrupting
True or False: Everyone has the same boundaries.
False
-Every person is different, so it’s important to listen and honor your friend’s boundaries
True or False: Good friends never fight.
False
True or False: Friendships are just as important as family.
True
Friendships give us people to laugh with, talk to, and support us, helping our mental health and happiness just like family does. Or if you're having family troubles a friend is someone who you can turn to for support.
True or False: A friend who only talks to you when they need something is showing a green flag.
False
If they only speak to you when they want something from you, they are not a true friend. They are using you.
True or False: Using “I” statements helps you share feelings without blaming others.
True
What are boundaries?
A. Rules that control others
B. Walls between people
C. Ways to keep friends away
D. Personal limits that help us feel safe
D. Personal limits that help us feel safe
True or False: Saying sorry without meaning it is still helpful.
False
True or False: A friendship is only healthy if you're always having fun.
False
-Even strong friendships will have disagreements, or challenges. What makes a friendship healthy is how you treat each other, not just how much fun you have.
Which is a sign of an unhealthy (red flag) friendship?
A. They accept you for who you are
B. They check in when you’re sad
C. They pressure you to do things
D. They invite you to fun events
C. They pressure you to do things
What should you avoid when trying to communicate well?
A. Speaking calmly
B. Interrupting
C. Being honest
D. Listening carefully
B. Interrupting
Why are boundaries important in friendship?
A. They make things more dramatic
B. They help people feel safe, heard, and respected
C. They give you power
D. They end friendships
B. They help people feel safe, heard, and respected
When a conflict happens, what should you do?
A. Stay calm and talk it out
B. Yell and walk away
C. Gossip to others
D. Pretend it didn’t happen
A. Stay calm and talk it out
Which of the following is something a good friend does?
A. Judges you
B. Ignores your feelings
C. Supports and listens to you
D. Tries to control you
C. Supports and listens to you
Your friend talks openly with you and lets you be yourself.
A. Green flag
B. Red flag
A. Green flag
Which of these helps build stronger communication?
A. Asking questions
B. Using “you” statements
C. Assuming what the other person thinks
D. Shouting when you're upset
A. Asking questions
If a friend tells you something in confidence that could put them or someone else in danger, what should you do?
A. Keep it private no matter what
B. Respect their trust and never tell anyone
C. Tell a trusted adult or someone who can help
D. Wait to see if things will be fine before acting
C. Tell a trusted adult or someone who can help
What should friends do after resolving a conflict?
A. Keep bringing it up
B. Forgive and move forward
C. Tell everyone else
D. Stop talking to each other
B. Forgive and move forward