True or False: When having a conversation with some it is okay to do all the talking and not let the other person speak at all.
What is False. You should always take turns in a conversation and listen when others speak.
What happens to milk if it sits outside of the refrigerator too long?
It spoils - becomes sour and chunky
True or False: If you apply and interview for a job - it's okay for the boss/company to call people you know and ask them questions about you (if you are respectful, hard worker, follow directions, work well with others, etc)
Yes! This very normal. Companies will call people in your life (called your references) to ask questions about you.
TRUE or FALSE It is okay to drink Pepsi with every meal, as long as I don't eat as much that day.
What is FALSE. You should limit your soda intake and drink more water
you are home alone and someone knows on the door. You answer it. It's a carpet cleaning company who is offering free consultations for carpet cleaning. He wants to come in a look at the carpets in your house. What do you do?
Say no "no thank you" and close the door and lock it. It's okay to just shut the door in situations like this.
When I am out in the community it is okay to stand closely to a stranger and speak to them.
What is no. We should keep our distance and not speak to strangers.
How long can you walk away from the kitchen if you are cooking something on the burners of the stove?
do not walk away from the kitchen if there is something cooking on the stovetop
True or False: It's fine to be late for work as long as it's only a few minutes
Nope - being on time (early) and coming to work prepared to start working shows your employer that you take the job seriously and are a trustworthy employee
Why is having a good sleep routine is important?
Learning and memory
metabolism and weight
Mood
Heart health and disease
If you're playing games online with people that you have never met, it's okay to tell them personal information (only if they are nice and friendly)
No! There are bad people that pretend to be kids online - they try to trick young adults into giving their personal information. Never give your personal information to people online.
True or False When someone does not quickly respond to my calls or texts, I should repeatedly call or text them until they respond.
What is False. They may be busy, and repeatedly calling/texting would be annoying and frustrating to others.
What types of foods are okay to pour down the drain of the sink? (if you DO NOT have a garbage disposal)
None. Do not pour solid foods down the sink's drain. ***why?**
True or False: You could get fired for being late to work
True - there are many reasons that people could get fired from a job. Being late is just one reason.
True or false: If you don't know how to cook, it's okay to just eat snacks
No. The food you put into your body can help your body or hurt your body - snack foods are only okay if you eat them in moderation
What is an "emergency contact"? And what information should you know about your emergency contact?
In most cases, emergency contacts are a loved one such as a parent, spouse, sibling, or trusted friend. If possible, it's best to have at least TWO emergency contacts. This way, they will be able to work together or, if one is unavailable. It's important to know their name and phone number BY HEART.
If someone is different from me and does things that appear strange like rocking back and forth or talks to himself, should I be friendly and patient or just stare at them?
No. Everyone is different, and that is okay. Just be nice - it's not hard.
if you are cooking on the stovetop, which way should the handles of the pots & pans be facing?
Why?
True or False: If you are working at a store and your boss asks you to clean the bathrooms, it's okay to just not do it - as long as you have a good excuse - like you're tired or something...
False: If you are asked to do something that is within your job description, it is important to listen to directions and do good job
I met this really nice person while you were at the park - you have a lot in common! He says that he has this cool new video game & that he lives nearby. He asks if you want to come to hang out and play for a while. What should you do?
What is say "no thanks" and walk away immediately. Some people are very good at pretending to be good people.
True or False: It is okay to get into someone else's belonging's when they aren't looking.
What is False. it is never okay to get into someone else's things.
What are 3 ways that foods can be cooked?
The oven, the stove, and the microwave. However, there are more ways to prepare food.
*Does anyone know any others?
True or false: Having a bad attitude could cause me to lose my job
True: It's very important to have a positive attitude in most environments but it's especially important at your job
True or False: It is not important to eat fruits and vegetables every day.
False. It is important to eat healthy food every day.
If there is an emergency and you have to call 911, what information do you need to know to help the police and paramedics?
You will need to be able to--
- explain the situation
- give your address, name, phone number
- health information