Life Skills Jeopardy

Emergency Info.

100

Question: What is the emergency number you call if someone is hurt or there's a fire?

911

200

Question: True or False: You should give your full name and address when calling 911.

Answer: True

300

Question: If there's a fire in your home, what should you do FIRST?

• A) Try to put out the fire
• B) Get out of the house safely
• C) Call your parents

Answer: B) Get out of the house safely

400

Question: You should know THREE important pieces of information about yourself. Name two of them.

Acceptable Answers (must name 2):

500

Question: What should you do if you're lost in a store or public place?

Acceptable Answers:

• Find a store employee or security guard
• Ask a trusted adult for help
• Stay in one place so people can find you
• Call 911 if you can't find help
• Go to the customer service desk

Coping Skills

100

Question: When you feel angry, which of these is a healthy coping skill?

• A) Yell at someone
• B) Take deep breaths
• C) Throw things

B. Deep Breaths

200

Question: You're feeling worried about school. What's ONE thing you can do to help yourself feel calmer?

cceptable Answers:

• Talk to someone you trust
• Draw or create art
• Listen to music
• Take a walk
• Do breathing exercises
• Hug a pet

300

$300 — Coping Skills

Question: True or False: It's okay to take a break when you're feeling overwhelmed.

True

400

Question: You're feeling sad. Which of these coping skills might help you feel better?

• A) Isolate yourself completely
• B) Talk to a friend or trusted adult
• C) Ignore your feelings

B. Talk to a friend or trusted adult

500

Question: Name TWO healthy coping skills you can use when you're stressed or anxious.

Acceptable Answers (must name 2):

• Deep breathing
• Exercise/physical activity
• Creative activities (art, music, writing)
• Talking to someone
• Mindfulness or meditation
• Journaling
• Spending time in nature
• Playing with pets

Conversations

100

Question: What's the first thing you should do when you start a conversation with someone?

Acceptable Answers:

• Say hello
• Greet them politely
• Make eye contact
• Smile

200

Question: True or False: It's polite to interrupt someone while they're talking.

Answer: False

300

Question: What does it mean to be a "good listener"?

Acceptable Answers:

• Looking at the person speaking
• Not interrupting
• Asking questions
• Paying attention
• Remembering what they said
• Responding appropriately

400

Question: You want to join a group of kids playing a video game. What's a good way to start the conversation?

Acceptable Answers:

• "Can I play with you?"
• "That looks fun! May I join?"
• "What are you playing?"
• Ask politely and respectfully

500

Question: What should you do if someone says something that hurts your feelings during a conversation?

Acceptable Answers:

• Tell them calmly how you feel
• Use "I" statements ("I feel...")
• Ask them to explain
• Talk to a trusted adult
• Take a break if needed

Household Tasks

100

Question: Name ONE household chore that helps keep your home clean.

Acceptable Answers:

• Sweep the floor
• Wash dishes
• Take out trash
• Vacuum
• Dust furniture
• Clean your room
• Wipe counters
• Do laundry

200

Question: True or False: It's important to wash your hands after using the bathroom.

Answer: True

300

Question: What are the steps to making a simple sandwich?

Acceptable Answers (should include basic steps):

1. Get bread, filling (peanut butter, lunch meat, etc.), and any toppings
2. Spread or layer ingredients on bread
3. Close sandwich
4. Cut if desired
5. Serve on plate

400

Question: What should you do before preparing food in the kitchen?

Acceptable Answers:

• Wash your hands
• Clean the counter
• Gather ingredients
• Tie back hair
• Put on an apron

500

Question: Describe the steps to safely load a dishwasher (or wash dishes by hand).

Acceptable Answers (should include):

• Rinse dishes
• Place dishes appropriately (or wash with soap and water)
• Add detergent
• Close door/drain water
• Run cycle (or dry dishes)

Self Advocacy

100

Question: What does "self-advocacy" mean?

Acceptable Answers:

• Speaking up for yourself
• Telling people what you need
• Asking for help
• Using your voice
• Expressing your needs and wants

200

Question: True or False: It's okay to ask a teacher for help if you don't understand something.

True

300

Question: You're uncomfortable with something at school. What should you do?

Acceptable Answers:

• Tell a teacher or trusted adult
• Speak up respectfully
• Explain how you feel
• Ask for what you need
• Talk to a parent/guardian

400

Question: What's a good way to ask for a break if you're feeling overwhelmed?

Acceptable Answers:

• "May I take a break?"
• "I need help. Can I step outside for a moment?"
• Raise your hand and ask the teacher
• Use a break card or signal if available
• Tell an adult how you're feeling

500

Question: Your friend keeps doing something that bothers you. How can you advocate for yourself?

Acceptable Answers:

• Tell your friend calmly how you feel
• Use "I" statements ("I feel...")
• Ask them to stop
• Explain what you need
• Tell a trusted adult if needed
• Move away from the situation