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Self-Advocacy
100

During a group project, your partner keeps checking the clock and rushing everyone. What could they be thinking?

They don't want to be late.

They're worried about finishing.

They have another class or appointment.

They feel stressed about the assignment.

100

You're confused about your school assignment. What is the best thing to do?

Ask the teacher or another trusted adult for clarification.

200

Your friend is quieter than usual at lunch and doesn't joke around like they normally do. What are two possible reasons why?

They're tired.

They're having a bad day.

Something happened at home.

They're worried about a test.

They don't feel well.

200

The store is too loud, and you're starting to feel overwhelmed. What is one way to advocate for yourself?

  • Ask for a quiet break.
  • Wear noise-reducing headphones.
  • Tell an adult you're feeling overwhelmed.
  • Move to a quieter area.
300

You accidentally bump into someone in the hallway, but you keep walking without saying anything. How might the other person feel?

  • They may think you were being rude.
  • They might feel upset or ignored.
  • They may not realize it was an accident.
300

Your friends want to play a game you don't enjoy. What is an assertive way to respond?

  • "I'd rather play something else."
  • "Can we take turns choosing?"
  • "I'm going to sit this one out."
400

You tell a joke and nobody laughs. Does that automatically mean everyone dislikes you?

No.
Possible explanations:

  • They didn't hear it.
  • They didn't understand it.
  • It wasn't the right moment.
  • They were distracted.
  • Different people have different senses of humor. 
400

Someone is standing too close and making you uncomfortable. What could you say?

  • "Can you please give me a little space?"
  • "I'm more comfortable if you stand a little farther away."
  • "Please don't touch me." 
500

You ask a classmate to hang out after school, and they say they can't today. What's the best way to interpret their response?

  • They may already have plans.
  • They may have homework.
  • Their parents may have said no.
  • They may truly be busy.
    A good follow-up is, "Maybe another day?"
500

Your teacher gives directions very quickly, and you miss part of them. What is the best self-advocacy response?

  • "Could you repeat that, please?"
  • "Can you write the directions down?"
  • "Can you explain that one more time?"
  • "I understood the first part, but I need help with the second part."