Tell them good job. Give them a high five. Say "don't give up." Accept other reasonable answers.
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In "Roberto the Insect Architect," what does Roberto aspire to be?
An architect.
100
Give two examples of how you can be responsible at school.
Listen to the teacher, clean up at breakfast and lunch, do all my work during class, etc...
100
How did the dragon and the knight use teamwork in "The Dragon and the Knight?"
They opened a pizza restaurant.
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When was a time you needed help?
Answers may vary
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If you see a classmate cut in line, what is something you can do to empower them?
Use nice words to remind them that cutting in line is not something a responsible citizen does or take a step back to empower the students around you by showing how to fix your problem responsibly.
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In "Roberto the Insect Architect," why do the other insects think Roberto can't become an architect?
He's a termite and termites eat wood.
200
Give 2 examples of how you can be responsible at home?
Give up your seat on the bus, watch a little brother or sister, etc...
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Give an example of when you used teamwork.
Answers will vary.
300
Is it more important to ask for help or to help others?
Both are important characteristics of a humble citizen.
300
In the book, "A Beautiful Oops," what happens to a ripped piece of paper.
It is turned into something beautiful. The answer is that students remember the moral of the book, not the specific transformation.
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In "Amazing Grace," what does Grace aspire to do? Why do her classmates think she can't?
She aspires to become the lead in the school play, "Peter Pan." Her classmates don't think she can play "Peter" because of the color of her skin and because she's a girl.
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Describe a time when you were responsible. Be specific. Who was there? Where were you? What happened? What were you thinking?
Answers will vary.
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Is it easier to behave in class when everybody else is sitting nicely and quietly or when everybody else is out of their seat and talking?
It's easier when everybody else is following directions. We must work as a team to be a successful and responsible class.
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If you see a classmate get kicked during recess, what should you do?
Ask an adult for help.
400
How can you empower an adult?
Multiple answers are acceptable. Similar to empowering a child: "good job!" high five, "try again!" etc...
400
Who believes in Grace's aspirations in "Amazing Grace?" Who is someone in your life that believes in your aspirations?
Her grandma. Accept various answers for part 2.
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What does a responsible student do with their heart tracker?
Color it the right color and get it signed.
400
Name at least 3 places you can use teamwork.
School, the field, the gym, home, on a field trip, basically anywhere there are other people.
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Why did the tortoise beat the hare in "The Tortoise and the Hare?"
The Tortoise believed in himself and worked hard. The hare was not humble and thought he was better than the tortoise when he should have prepared for a competition. Or similar answer.
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How is listening to your teacher empowerment?
You are empowering your teacher by showing them you care about what they have to say and showing them what they want to say is important.
500
What is an aspiration you have for 2nd Grade? How will you reach that goal.
Aspirations for 2nd Grade, not your dream job or or where you want to live. Be specific and give at least one way you will achieve your aspiration.
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Is it responsible to lie? Why or why not.
No. When you lie, other people may get hurt. Telling the truth shows you are responsible and even if you did something wrong, telling the truth shows you want to fix it.
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How do you teachers use teamwork? How do you know?