Life Skills #1
Is it important to learn how to count your change from a cashier in a store?
What is, Yes. You need to know if you are given the right amount of money.
It is okay to yell "fire" in a public place when there is not a real fire.
What is Never! Do not yell "fire" unless there is a real fire and you or others are in danger.
When you see a sign that states "Garage Sale" or "Yard Sale" with an address, does it mean that they are selling their garage or yard?
No, they are selling items that they do not want or need any more?
Is it ok to behave inappropriately while in the community if you are upset?
No, you should always do your best to be appropriate even when something is upsetting you.
After you blow your nose with a tissue, is it ok to shake hands with people without washing your hands?
No. You should wash your hands or use hand sanitizer.
When you get on an elevator, should you stand facing the back or should you face the doors?
What is you should always face the doors.
Which of these is an appropriate time to clap your hands; after a play, movie, or tv show.
What is after a Play?
When trying on shoes in a store, do you need to wear socks?
Yes, you need to wear socks or borrow some from the store employees.
Should you walk up and start talking to someone who is on the phone.
No, you should wait until they are off the phone.
When you blow your nose should you blow it discreetly and as quietly as possible?
Yes. You can excuse yourself and go to the bathroom if necessary.
Should you whisper if you need to tell something to someone while watching a movie in the theater?
What is, yes, you do not want to disturb other people during the movie.
Should you copy in real life what people do on television or in the movies?
What is no, television and movies are make believe.
Should you tell someone that they look awful if their clothes are dirty and ripped, even if you think they are?
No. That would be considered rude and would probably hurt their feelings.
Is it ok to answer someone else's phone without asking their permission?
No, but you can tell them that they missed a call.
Someone is sitting at your table asks you to pass the ketchup bottle after you accidentally sneezed in your hand. Should you just wipe your hand on the napkin then pass them the ketchup bottle?
No, you should excuse yourself and wash your hands.
When other seats are available in the theater, should you leave a space between yourself and a stranger?
What is yes, it would be strange to sit right next to a stranger.
When out in the community, should you hold doors open for someone older than you or when someone is close behind you?
What is yes, you should hold doors open for someone older than you or when someone is close behind you. It is good manners.
While in the doctor's waiting room, is it okay to ask people why they are waiting to see the doctor or tell them in detail why you are there?
No, you should not ask people why they are waiting to see the doctor or tell them in detail why you are there. It's private information.
Is it okay to call people early in the morning or late at night?
No.
When you walk up to or walk by someone's house, is it okay to look in through the windows or doors?
No, that is rude (not respectful of their privacy).
If you are given the wrong amount of money back in a restaurant or store, should you yell at the person for the correct money?
What is no, you should tell them CALMLY that you received the wrong change. In most cases, it is an accident.
At sporting events, is it okay to stand and cheer throughout the game.
Yes. Do not stand the entire time unless everyone else does.
You lose something in a store and cannot find it. What should you do?
You should ask the lost and found department, which is usually located in the customer service area of the store.
When taking a phone message, is it important to write down the name, number, time of call, and what the person wants?
Yes. It is okay to ask the caller to repeat what he or she said or to talk a little slower.
If you are knocking on the door or ringing the doorbell and nobody answers, should you let yourself in if the door is open or unlocked?
No. You should try again later.