Life Skills #1
What does it mean if your card is declined at the grocery store?
There could be something wrong with the machine or there is not enough money in your account.
Should you stand in someone's person space when they are eating?
Nope! It is annoying.
When you see a sign that states "Garage Sale" or "Yard Sale" with an address, does it mean that they are selling their garage or yard?
No, they are selling items that they do not want or need any more?
Is it ok to cry out loud or yell, while in the community, if you are upset?
No, you should always do your best to be appropriate even when something is upsetting you.
After you blow your nose with a tissue, is it ok to shake hands with people without washing your hands?
No. You should wash your hands or use hand sanitizer.
When you get on an elevator, should you stand facing the back or should you face the doors?
You should always face the doors.
Which of these is an appropriate time to clap your hands; after a play, movie, or tv show.
What is after a Play?
When trying on shoes in a store, do you need to wear socks?
Yes, you need to wear socks or borrow some from the store employees.
Should you walk up and start talking to someone who is on the phone.
No, you should wait until they are off the phone.
When you blow your nose should you blow it discreetly and as quietly as possible?
Yes. You can excuse yourself and go to the bathroom if necessary.
Should you whisper if you need to tell something to someone while watching a movie in the theater?
Yes, you do not want to disturb other people during the movie.
Should you take pictures of people without them knowing?
No! It is so rude.
Is it okay to pace back and forth in public places?
No. It makes other people nervous.
Is it ok to answer someone else's phone without asking their permission?
No, but you can tell them that they missed a call.
Someone sitting at your table asks you to pass the ketchup bottle after you accidentally sneezed in your hand. What should you do?
You should excuse yourself and wash your hands.
When other seats are available in the theater, should you leave a space between yourself and a stranger?
Yes, it would be strange to sit right next to a stranger.
When out in the community, should you hold doors open for someone when someone is close behind you?
Yes. It is good manners.
While in public places, is it okay to play music out loud?
No, you should use your earbuds.
Is it okay to call people early in the morning or late at night?
No.
When you walk up to or walk by someone's house, is it okay to look in through the windows or doors?
No, that is rude (not respectful of their privacy).
If you are given the wrong amount of money back in a restaurant or store, should yell at the person for the correct money?
No, you should tell them CALMLY that you received the wrong change. In most cases, it is an accident.
At sporting events, is it okay to stand and cheer throughout the game.
Yes. Do not stand the entire time unless everyone else does.
You lose something in a store and cannot find it. What should you do?
You should ask the store attendant if they have a lost and found section.
Is it okay to look at what another person is doing on their phone without their consent?
No. It is an invasion of privacy.
If you are knocking on the door or ringing the doorbell and nobody answers, should you let yourself in if the door is open or unlocked?
No. You should try again later.