Conflict/Resolution
If two people disagree, the best way to resolve the conflict is to yell louder than the other person.
False – Yelling typically makes the situation worse. It's better to stay calm and listen to each other.
If a friend is upset, it's best to ignore them until they are no longer angry.
False – It's important to acknowledge their feelings and be there for them.
Making eye contact and nodding shows that you are actively listening to someone.
True – Active listening involves showing attention and understanding, and eye contact and nodding are signs of this.
It’s helpful to reflect on your actions and think about how they might affect others.
True – Reflecting on how your behavior affects others leads to better decision-making.
Doing things you enjoy and are good at can increase your self-esteem.
True – Engaging in activities you’re good at helps you feel good about yourself.
Taking a break during a heated argument can help both people cool down and think more clearly.
True – A short break can help to regain composure before continuing the conversation.
If a friend is being rude or hurtful, what should you do?
A) Ignore their behavior and pretend it didn’t happen
B) Get upset and yell at them
C) Talk to them calmly about how their actions made you feel
D) Stop being their friend immediately
C) Talk to them calmly about how their actions made you feel
If you don’t understand what someone is saying, it’s best to stay quiet and pretend you know.
False – It’s better to ask questions or ask for clarification to avoid misunderstandings.
How can you improve self-awareness?
A) By ignoring your feelings
B) By reflecting on your emotions and actions
C) By only focusing on what others think of you
D) By avoiding difficult situations
B) By reflecting on your emotions and actions
How should you handle criticism?
A) Ignore it completely
B) Accept it without getting upset, learn from it, and improve
C) Get angry and argue with the person
D) Stop trying to improve altogether
B) Accept it without getting upset, learn from it, and improve
What is a good first step in resolving a conflict?
A) Ignore the other person
B) Stay quiet and hope it will go away
C) Identify the problem and express your feelings calmly
D) Yell at the other person
C) Identify the problem and express your feelings calmly.
How can you deal with a situation where a peer is pressuring you to do something you are uncomfortable with?
A) Agree to do it because you want to fit in
B) Stay silent and hope the pressure stops
C) Stand firm and tell them politely that you’re not comfortable with it
D) Give in but make excuses later to avoid doing it again
C) Stand firm and tell them politely that you’re not comfortable with it.
Which of these is NOT a good communication skill?
A) Listening carefully
B) Speaking clearly
C) Interrupting when you disagree
D) Asking questions to show interest
C) Interrupting when you disagree
Self-awareness involves ignoring your emotions in order to avoid conflict.
False – It involves recognizing and understanding your emotions, not ignoring them.
Complimenting others and recognizing their strengths can hurt your self-esteem.
False – Complimenting others can help you feel more positive about yourself too.
What does the term "compromise" mean?
A) One person gets everything they want
B) Both people give up something to find a solution
C) You both avoid the issue altogether
D) Yell until one person gives in
B) Both people give up something to find a solution.
True friends will always agree with you, no matter what.
False – True friends can disagree with you, but they still respect you and support you in a healthy way.
What’s an example of nonverbal communication?
A) Writing a letter
B) Speaking on the phone
C) Smiling and nodding during a conversation
D) Sending a text message
C) Smiling and nodding during a conversation
Why is it important to understand your emotions?
A) So you can hide them from others
B) So you can control how you respond and communicate better
C) So you can avoid talking to anyone
D) So you can ignore other people’s feelings
B) So you can control how you respond and communicate better
What’s an example of a positive self-affirmation?
A) “I am not good at anything.”
B) “I am proud of my achievements and what I can do.”
C) “I will never improve.”
D) “I always mess things up.”
B) “I am proud of my achievements and what I can do.”
How can you help a friend who is being bullied?
A) Ignore the situation and pretend it doesn’t exist
B) Support your friend, and encourage them to talk to a trusted adult
C) Join in with the bullying
D) Tell the friend to deal with it themselves
B) Support your friend, and encourage them to talk to a trusted adult
If you’re in a group project and one peer isn’t contributing, what’s the best way to handle it?
A) Do all the work yourself to avoid conflict
B) Ignore it and hope it gets better on its own
C) Talk to the peer privately and offer to help them if they are struggling
D) Complain to the teacher right away
C) Talk to the peer privately and offer to help them if they are struggling
It’s okay to talk over others during a conversation if you have something important to say.
False – It’s important to let others speak and be respectful of their turn.
How does self-awareness affect your relationships?
A) It helps you understand how your actions affect others
B) It makes you focus only on yourself
C) It makes it harder to communicate with others
D) It doesn’t really matter in relationships
A) It helps you understand how your actions affect others
Why is it important to set realistic goals for yourself?
A) So you can achieve them and feel accomplished
B) So you can impress others
C) To prove you’re better than everyone else
D) So you don’t have to try as hard
A) So you can achieve them and feel accomplished