Conversations
Name one good way to start a conversation with someone you don’t know well.
Hi. How's it going?
When two friends disagree, what is one calm thing you can do to help solve the problem?
Actively listen to each friend's perspective without interrupting.
A friend says, “I didn’t sleep at all last night.” What can you infer about how they might act today? Name one likely sign.
They are tired. Yawning. Speaking slowly, etc.
What phone number do you dial in a real emergency
911
What is one simple word for the feeling you get when something good happens
happy, excited, etc.
What is a polite follow-up question to ask when someone says they like playing soccer?
How long have you been playing? Where do you play? etc.
Name two things you can do to calm down before talking about a problem
If a classmate avoids eye contact and gives short answers, what could you infer about their comfort level? Explain briefly.
They are likely uncomfortable or nervous.
If you need to call 911, name one important piece of information you should tell the operator first.
Your name, location, what has happened
How would you feel if you tripped and fell in front of a bunch of people?
Embarrassed, panicked, self conscious.
Give two examples of body language that show you are listening.
Nodding, eye contact, open posture, etc.
What could you say to a friend that hurt your feelings?
I felt hurt when you said that about me.
If someone is frowning and walking slowly, what might you infer about how they feel? (Give one possible inference.)
Based on the combination of a frown (indicating displeasure or anger) and a slow walking pace (often associated with low energy or cognitive load), one possible inference is that they are feeling deeply sad, discouraged, or exhausted
You call 911 but the call disconnects before you finish. What is one safe next step you should take?
Call back right away
If someone says, “Great, another test,” in a tone that sounds annoyed, is that likely sarcasm or sincere?
Sarcasm because they sound annoyed and probably are not happy about another test.
Name one example of a conversation “stopper” (something that ends a conversation quickly).
One word answers. Not replying. Walking away.
Someone constantly interrupts you whenever you talk. What could you say to them?
I really want to hear what you have to say but I need you to listen as well, please.
You see two people whispering and smiling while looking at their phones. What could you infer about what is happening? Give one reasonable inference.
A reasonable inference is that they are sharing a piece of humorous or surprising content, such as a meme, text message, or video, and are laughing together about it.
List three pieces of information the 911 operator may ask you for during an emergency call.
Name, address, what happened, etc.
Name two clues that help you tell how someone is feeling.
facial expression, eyes, eyebrows, mouth, tone of voice, etc.
How can you politely stop a conversation when you need to leave? Give a short phrase you could use.
I have to go now, talk to you later.
Your friend invites you to play video games on Friday night but you already have plans with your family. What can you do or say?
I would love to play video games with you but my family has plans on Friday. Could we do it another day?
You see a student slam a book down and frown. How do you think they are feeling?
Angry, frustrated
911. What's your emergency? What do you say next?
Name the emergency and answer the questions that are asked by the dispatcher or operator.
Describe one safe way to respond when you’re not sure if someone was being sarcastic and you feel hurt.
Are you kidding or are you serious?