Jokes
What did the snail say while riding a turtle?
"WHEEEEEEEE!!!"
True or false:
If you stay up all night watching TV, you will feel well-rested the next day.
FALSE
Lack of sleep usually causes tiredness, poor focus, and irritability.
Which is the correct order to make a sandwich?
A) Eat it, put fillings on bread, get fillings (meat, cheese, lettuce, condiments), get bread
B) Get bread, get fillings (meat, cheese, lettuce, condiments), put fillings on bread, eat it
C) Get bread, eat it, get fillings (meat, cheese, lettuce, condiments), put fillings on bread
B) Get bread, get fillings (meat, cheese, lettuce, condiments), put fillings on bread, eat it
25 bonus if you can think of the final step in making a sandwich (what should you do when done?)
When someone's eyebrows go up quickly, they are usually showing ________.
Surprise
Raised eyebrows are a universal sign of surprise or sudden interest.
Guess the classic cartoon:
https://youtu.be/IdBEerlsV8g?si=lSeodtUn4Mx6N8xs&t=69
If a friend helps you answer, they receive 50 bonus points
Tom & Jerry
When someone asks, "What's your favorite food?" the confident way to answer is:
"My favorite food is ______."
State the food directly (e.g., "My favorite food is tacos."
Clear statements show you believe your answer is valid
A cloud!
If you practice a skill regularly, what is the most likely effect?
You will likely improve at that skill!
Practice strengthens memory and builds ability over time!
To make a phone call, put these steps in order:
*Dial the number
*Pick up the phone
*Say hello
*Pick up the phone
*Dial the number
*Say hello
True or false
Someone rolling their eyes means they are agreeing with you.
False
Eye rolling usually signals annoyance, disbelief, or disrespect.
Guess the classic cartoon:
https://youtu.be/IdBEerlsV8g?si=fFM9w4a7--jlISjH&t=108
If a friend helps you answer, they receive 50 bonus points
Popeye
It could cause them to feel judged or annoyed with you.
Constant correcting damages relationships.
What did the owl say to his crush?
"Owl be with you forever!"
If you run across a wet floor, what could happen?
You could slide and possibly fall
Wet floors reduce traction, increasing risk of slipping.
TRUE OR FALSE
The correct order for washing dishes is: Rinse dishes, dry dishes, soap the dishes, scrub the dishes
FALSE
25 BONUS IF YOU CAN PUT THIS IN CORRECT ORDER
25 BONUS IF YOU CAN EXPLAIN WHY IT IS IMPORTANT TO RINSE FIRST
True or false:
When someone crosses their arms and avoids eye contact, they are ALWAYS angry
FALSE
Crossed arms and avoiding eye contact can mean many things - nervousness, feeling shy, or simply being cold. It's important not to jump to conclusions!
Guess the classic cartoon:
https://youtu.be/IdBEerlsV8g?si=ww534YxFq4QMQkFS&t=119
If a friend helps you answer, they receive 50 bonus points
Pinky and The Brain
You're asked, "What's 2+2?" Which answer sounds most confident?
A) "Four?"
B) "Um... four, I think."
C) "It's four."
C) "It's four."
Saying "It's four" without hesitation shows certainty. The other answers add doubt.
What do you call a scared noodle?
Fettuccini afraid-0!
A) They may feel hurt and stop listening
B) They will feel closer to you
C) They will always agree with you
D) They will laugh at you
A) They may feel hurt and stop listening
Yelling causes defensiveness and damages trust in communication
SHOPPING TRIP- Put the steps in order
A) Put groceries away, buy groceries, make a list
B) Make a list, buy groceries, put groceries away
C) Buy groceries, put groceries away, make a list
B) Make a list, buy groceries, put groceries away
Which body language usually shows that someone is interested in what you're saying?
A) Leaning in and nodding
B) Looking at the floor
C) Checking their phone
D) Crossing their arms tightly
A) Leaning in and nodding
Leaning forward and nodding signals attention and engagement.
Guess the classic cartoon:
https://youtu.be/IdBEerlsV8g?si=HH7hmgi8AC8mY3HU&t=20
If a friend helps you answer, they receive 50 bonus points
Yogi Bear
A peer is doing stretches wrong. What's the most respectful choice?
A) Shout, "You did it wrong!"
B) Stay calm and let staff handle it
C) Interrupt the class to show your peer how to do it right
B) Stay calm and let staff handle it
It's not your job to make sure your peers are doing things "right." Staff is responsible and watching. The only person you should be focusing on is YOURSELF!
What do ghosts eat for dessert?
Boo-berry pie!
If you interrupt people while they're speaking, they may feel ________.
Disrespected
Interrupting causes frustration and makes people feel unheard.
True or false:
The correct order for crossing the street is:
*Look left
*Walk when safe
*Look right
FALSE
The correct order is:
*Look left
*Look right
*Look left again
*Walk when safe
50 bonus if you can explain why you should check both directions more than once before crossing
If a person keeps checking their watch while you are speaking to them, what might they be signaling?
A) They love your story
B) They are bored or in a hurry
C) They are agreeing with you
D) They are confused
B) They are bored or in a hurry
Constantly checking a watch often signals impatience or lack of time, not excitement or interest.
Guess the classic cartoon:
https://youtu.be/IdBEerlsV8g?si=HVZfptC68V9zPird&t=79
If a friend helps you answer, they receive 50 bonus points
Spider-Man
True or false:
It is your job to tell staff how to do their work
False
Staff are trained to handle responsibilities; correcting them oversteps social boundaries!
Why do mummies love holidays?
Because they get to unwind!
You skip taking a shower for several days. What is the most likely effect?
A) You will smell fresh
B) People may not want to sit near you
C) Your hair will look shinier
D) Your clothes will stay clean
B) People may not want to sit near you
Poor hygiene causes odors and makes social interaction harder.
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What is the healthiest order for handling anger?
A) Yell, calm down, talk
B) Calm down, talk, problem solve
C) Ignore, leave forever, gossip
B) Calm down, talk, problem solve
Calming down first prevents arguments, then you can communicate
True or false
Tone of voice can completely change the meaning of the same words
TRUE
Saying "I'm fine" in a cheerful tone vs. a flat or angry tone communicates very different feelings.
Guess the classic cartoon:
https://youtu.be/IdBEerlsV8g?si=6JSx8IVbvpG28RrI&t=50
If a friend helps you answer, they receive 50 bonus points
Felix the Cat
Feedback is a chance to _______.
Learn and improve.
Feedback isn't punishment, or judgement. It doesn't mean you are failing! Feedback is guidance that can help you reach your goals!
Why don't ghosts like rain?
It dampens their spirits!
A) They will trust you more
B) They may lose trust in you
C) They will laugh and forget about it
D) They will tell you a bigger lie
B) They may lose trust in you
Dishonesty damages relationships and makes people less likely to believe you in the future.
Correct order for apologizing:
A) Blame them, apologize, forget it
B) Say sorry, take responsibility, ask how to make it right
C) Say nothing, hope it goes away, avoid them
B) Say sorry, take responsibility, ask how to make it right
A good apology includes honesty, responsibility, and making it right.
50 bonus if you can explain why taking responsibility is important
You walk into a room and your friend smiles widely, waves, and makes eye contact. They are showing that they are _______.
Happy to see you.
Positive body language like smiling, waving, and eye contact signals friendliness and welcome.
Guess the classic cartoon:
https://youtu.be/IdBEerlsV8g?si=LCbOpRJDaN_mnwXZ&t=30
If a friend helps you answer, they receive 50 bonus points
Little LuLu
Say this sentence in two ways: as a question and as a confident statement.
I really like shopping for clothes.
Practicing tone helps separate questions from answers. If you answer a question, and your answer sounds like a question, you don't sound confident in your answer, which can be confusing to others.