Emotion Signals
All of the following are physical signs your body gives when frustration is building, EXCEPT:
A) Clenching your fists or tightening your shoulders
B) Feeling your heart beat faster or your face getting warm
C) Purring like a happy cat and taking a peaceful nap
C) Purring like a happy cat and taking a peaceful nap
Which of the following is an easy, effective coping skill to use when you start noticing frustration during an activity?
A) Slamming your hand on the table to release steam
B) Taking a 10-second deep breathing pause
C) Arguing with staff to prove your point
B) Taking a 10-second deep breathing pause
What adorable trick do sea otters use when they go to sleep floating on their backs in the water?
A) They wear seaweed as hats to block the sun.
B) They hold hands with each other so they don't drift away.
C) They sing quietly until the rest of the group falls asleep.
D) They build floating wooden rafts for the whole family.
B) They hold hands with each other so they don't drift away.
What does it actually mean to practice mindfulness or be present in the moment?
A) Thinking about what you're eating for dinner while playing a game
B) Paying full attention to what is happening right here and right now
C) Trying to do three different tasks at the exact same time
D) Staring into space and ignoring everyone on purpose
B) Paying full attention to what is happening right here and right now
What instrument does Puka know how to play?
A) Piano
B) Harp
C) Bagpipes
A) Piano
Which of the following statements shows that a person is noticing an uncomfortable emotion inside themselves?
A) "I'm noticing some frustration starting to build up in my chest right now."
B) "I am always 100% calm and I literally never get annoyed."
C) "You suck and this game is stupid!"
A) "I'm noticing some frustration starting to build up in my chest right now."
What is an effective phrase you can say in your mind when you notice yourself getting frustrated?
A) "I am noticing an uncomfortable emotion right now, so let me take a quick pause."
B) "I am completely fine, nothing is bothering me, and I shouldn't feel annoyed." (Ineffective: pushes the emotion down)
C) "This entire game is stupid and everybody is trying to mess me up."
D) "I wonder what kind of snacks we are having after group today."
A) "I am noticing an uncomfortable emotion right now, so let me take a quick pause."
What crazy fun fact is actually TRUE about cotton candy?
A) It was co-invented by an actual dentist.
B) It was originally invented to be used as soft stuffing inside winter coats.
C) It turns into liquid if you leave it in the dark for more than 10 minutes.
D) It is legally required to only be sold in pink or blue by candy law.
A) It was co-invented by an actual dentist.
If your brain feels scattered or overwhelmed during an activity, which quick grounding trick helps bring your focus back to the room?
A) Looking around and naming 3 things you can physically see in the room
B) Spinning around in a circle as fast as you can
C) Staring at your feet and refusing to speak
D) Trying to force your mind to stop thinking about anything at all
A) Looking around and naming 3 things you can physically see in the room
What sport did Hailee play for 6 years?
A) Basketball
B) Baseball
C) Hockey
D) Cricket
B) Baseball
Which of the following is an example of an uncomfortable emotion (a red or yellow dashboard signal)?
A) Content
B) Bored
C) Excitement
D) Neutral
B. Bored
What is an effective phrase you can say in your mind when you notice yourself getting frustrated?
A) "I am noticing an uncomfortable emotion right now, so let me take a quick pause."
B) "I am completely fine, nothing is bothering me, and I shouldn't feel annoyed." (Ineffective: pushes the emotion down)
C) "This entire game is stupid and everybody is trying to mess me up."
D) "I wonder what kind of snacks we are having after group today."
A) "I am noticing an uncomfortable emotion right now, so let me take a quick pause."
When you practice a new skill or learn something new, what physically happens inside your brain?
A) Your brain grows brand-new physical connections between neurons, like building a little road.
B) Your brain shrinks slightly to make room for the new thought.
C) Your brain turns bright blue for 5 minutes.
D) Nothing physical changes at all.
A) Your brain grows brand-new physical connections between neurons, like building a little road.
When someone near you is making noise or being distracting during group, what is the most effective way to protect your focus?
A) Yelling at them to quiet down so everyone hears you
B) Joining in with the noise so you don't feel left out
C) Just trying to ignore them and bottling it up until you get annoyed
D) Taking a deep breath and resetting your focus back on your task
D) Taking a deep breath and resetting your focus back on your task
Which of the following is true about SJ?
A) She acted in one TV commercials as a kid.
B) She has traveled to all 50 states.
C) They were adopted.
D) She can speak two languages fluently.
C. They were adopted
What is a physical sign that you might observe in a peer sitting next to you when they are experiencing frustration or an uncomfortable emotion?
A) Leaning back in their chair with a relaxed posture and listening to staff
B) Tapping their foot rapidly, pulling away from the group, or going completely silent
C) Raising their hand to ask staff for a quick clarification on the rules
D) Leaning forward into the circle and laughing with a peer
B) Tapping their foot rapidly, pulling away from the group, or going completely silent
If an activity starts feeling difficult, what is the most effective way to communicate that to staff?
A) Raising your hand immediately and asking staff to do the step for you so you don't get frustrated.
B) Raising your hand, taking a pause, and describing the specific step where you are observing friction.
C) Staying quiet and waiting for staff to notice that you are stuck so they come over to help.
D) Saying "I'm totally fine, I got this!" while quietly skipping the part that feels hard.
B) Raising your hand, taking a pause, and describing the specific step where you are observing friction. (Correct Answer)
Archaeologists found jars of honey in ancient Egyptian tombs that were over 3,000 years old—and it was still completely safe to eat! Why doesn't honey ever spoil?
A) Bees add a special natural wax that preserves it forever.
B) It has almost no moisture and high acidity, making it impossible for bacteria to survive in it.
C) Bees add natural enzymes from bee venom that act as a permanent preservative.
D) The sugar in honey crystallizes over time, creating a solid shield that blocks out oxygen.
B) It has almost no moisture and high acidity, making it impossible for bacteria to survive in it.
What is a sign that you are actually practicing true focus during a task?
A) Finishing an activity as fast as possible just to be done first
B) Staring rigidly at your desk so staff leave you alone
C) Catching your mind wandering, gently bringing your attention back, and staying with it
D) Doing three different things at once so your brain doesn't get bored
C) Catching your mind wandering, gently bringing your attention back, and staying with it
What sport did Drew play one year in high school?
A) Basketball
B) Track
C) Football
D) Baseball
D.Baseball
According to brain scientists, when an uncomfortable emotion like anger or frustration hits your body, how long does that physical chemical signal actually last in your system if you just notice it and breathe through it?
A) 90 Seconds
B) 3 Minutes
C) 15 Minutes
D) 1 Hour
A) 90 Seconds
This is Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor's famous 90-second rule, when an emotion hits, the physical chemical wave in your body only lasts 90 seconds anything felt after that is driven by your mind keeping the thought alive.
Question: Data Point Challenge: Brain scientists found that doing a "physiological sigh" (taking two quick inhales through your nose, followed by one long exhale through your mouth) can flip your brain out of fight-or-flight mode in as little as:
A) 10 to 15 seconds
B) 45 seconds
C) 1 minute
D) 3 to 5 minutes
A) 10 to 15 seconds
Scientists found that taking a 20-minute nap or going for a short walk right after learning something new helps your brain:
A) Rest your body, but it doesn't actually help you remember any better.
B) Lock the information into your brain up to 50% better than staring at a screen.
C) Remember things better, but only for about 10 minutes before you forget again.
D) Make your physical reactions faster, but makes it harder to remember the details.
B) Lock the information into your brain up to 50% better than staring at a screen.
Scientists tested how distractions affect our brains. When you get completely distracted from a task, about how long does it take your brain to regain deep focus?
A) About 5 seconds
B) About 1 minute
C) Around 20 minutes
D) Over 3 hours
C) Around 20 minutes
All of the following facts are TRUE about Jaymen, EXCEPT which one?
A) He has traveled to Aruba and Jamaica.
B) He has gone to Lagoon every single year since he was a kid and has ridden every single ride.
C) He and Brian used to work at the exact same place together before working here.
D) When he traveled to Spain, he lost his phone there.
D) When he traveled to Spain, he lost his phone there.