Starting/Maintaining Conversations
Name three topics that would work to start a conversation?
Answers will vary......sports, food, restaurants, movie, weather, school, tv shows, holidays, hobbies, etc.
True
True or False.....Rumors and gossip will happen not matter what you do?
True
True or False......disagreements happen with everyone?
True
Name three different social media platforms that may cause "unsafe" practices among others?
Answers will vary....Snapchat, FB, FB Messager, texting, video games, Roblox, Instagram, etc.
Common Interest
Name four characteristics of a good friendship?
What is one phrase that you could use when a rumor is said about you?
"Whatever", "People need to get a life", I cannot believe people would believe that", etc.
What should you always remember to do when you have a disagreement or get into an argument?
Keep your cool
What should you do on any social media platform if you do not know the person?
Do NOT add them or interact with them.
What is considered the most important part of having a conversation?
Trading Information
What are the five questions you should answer/plan before hosting/planning a get-together?
Who.....will be there?
What....will you do?
When....will it occur?
Where....will it be?
How....will you get there?
What is the difference between direct & Indirect bullying?
Direct bullying happens to the person (hitting, teasing) where Indirect bullying happens behind their back (rumors, gossip)
Why should you ask to speak to someone privately when you need to bring up a disagreement with a friend?
To avoid embarrassing them or causing others to take sides.
What should you NEVER give someone you don't really know through electronic communication?
When you want to join a group conversation, what is the very first step you should take?
Watch & listen to the conversation from a distance.
What are 3 places you and a friend could go (where) when planning a get together?
Answers will vary.....out to eat, sporting event, movie, home, park, etc.
What is a recommended strategy to handle a rumor that makes it seem less believable?
Act amazed that anyone would actually believe it.
When explaining your side during a disagreement, what type of statements should you use?
I-Statements
According to the "double digits" rule, what times of day should you generally avoid calling or texting others?
Before 10 am or after 10 pm
To keep a conversation flowing and avoid one word answers, what specific type of questions should you ask?
Open-ended questions
Give me two example of what you could say when using a cover story?
Answers will vary.....
"It is getting late and I need to get home."
"My mom is expecting me soon."
"My ride is here."
Etc.
Do not try to _______________ the gossip or rumor as it may seem you are defensive and fuel the bully to continue their behavior.
Define "outing".
Sharing personal information about someone else without their permission.
What is the two message rule for contacting someone?
Stop trying to contact someone after two attempts.