Conflict Basics
What is the communication style that respectfully states your needs and feelings?
Assertive (or assertiveness)
What is the word for repeated harmful or controlling behavior between people (often in schools or online)?
Bullying
What is a short, respectful phrase you can use to set a boundary? Give one example.
Example boundary: "Please stop—I'm not comfortable with that."
What is clear, voluntary agreement called in the context of sexual activity?
Consent
What term describes violence that happens on school property or at school events?
School violence
Name the conflict strategy where both sides give a little to reach agreement.
Compromise
What term describes the un-aliving of one person by another?
Homicide
Name two things you should do when listening to someone in conflict.
Listen without interrupting; ask clarifying questions; reflect feelings.
True or False: Silence always means consent. (Answer and brief justification.)
False — silence does not equal agreement because consent must be clear and voluntary.
Name two signs that an older adult may be experiencing abuse.
Signs: unexplained injuries, sudden changes in behavior, withdrawal, lack of money (financial abuse).
What is the term for a person who helps two parties talk through a dispute while staying neutral?
Mediator (or peer mediator)
Define "human trafficking" in one sentence.
Human trafficking: recruitment/use of force, fraud, or coercion for exploitation.
What is peer mediation and how can it help resolve school conflicts?
Peer mediation: trained student mediators guide peers to reach agreement; helps because peers may relate and encourage communication.
At what age is someone considered a minor for the purposes of consent in many jurisdictions?
Generally, a minor is anyone under 18.
List three risk factors or causes that can contribute to youth joining gangs.
Risk factors: high gang presence in neighborhood, violent or unstable home, need for belonging/peer pressure.
Define "compromise" and give one example of it in a school setting.
Compromise: mutual concessions; Example: two students alternate library time.
What is "hazing"? Describe why it is dangerous and one legal or school consequence.
Hazing: initiation that humiliates or endangers; dangerous because it can cause injury or trauma; may lead to suspension, legal charges.
Give an example of an assertive "I feel" statement that you would say to someone if you were in a conflict.
Example script: Student A: "I feel hurt when you post my photo without asking. I need you to take it down." Student B: "I didn't realize. I'll remove it and ask first next time."
Describe one example of sexual activity that is without consent and explain why it is non-consensual.
Example: Sexual activity after someone says "no" — non-consensual because no agreement and presence of force/coercion.
Identify three school policies or community actions that reduce violence and briefly explain how each helps.
Policies/actions: clear anti-bullying rules (set expectations), adult supervision in hot spots (prevents incidents), reporting systems (encourages intervention).
Explain why ignoring conflict usually makes the problem worse. Include at least two consequences.
Ignoring can let misunderstandings grow, escalate conflict, harm relationships, and allow abusive patterns to continue.
Differentiate between sexual violence, statutory r**e, and sexual harassment with a one-sentence definition for each.
Sexual violence: any sexual act without consent; Statutory r**e: sexual activity with a minor who cannot legally consent; Sexual harassment: unwanted sexual attention or remarks creating a hostile environment.
Design a step-by-step plan (3–5 steps) for a student to safely respond to online bullying, including when to involve adults.
Steps: save evidence, adjust privacy settings, block the bully, tell a trusted adult, report to platform/school.
Explain the difference between consent and coercion and give a short scenario of coercion.
Consent is free, informed, and voluntary; coercion uses pressure or threats. Scenario: "If you don't do this, I'll spread rumors" = coercion.
Create a short prevention campaign slogan and two classroom activities to teach peers about bystander intervention.
Example slogan: "Speak Up, Step In, Stand Together." Activities: (1) role-play bystander scenarios; (2) create posters/videos that model safe intervention steps.