Conversations
What could be the problem with exiting a conversation without using a cover story?
If you don't give some acknowledgement that you're leaving, it could be awkward, weird, etc.
How do you know someone is a bully?
They could have a bad reputation, they might cyber bully, they spread rumor and gossip, they get physically aggressive
True or false: you can always tell how someone is feeling just by looking at them
False
What does the phrase "agree to disagree" mean?
It is used to resolve a conflict in a respectful manner, neither person will change their mind so it's okay to disagree
Give an example of some praise you could give your friends during a game
"Nice move", "nice try", "great shot", high five, thumbs up, fist bump
What does it mean to police a conversation?
Correcting people, pointing out other's mistakes constantly
Give examples of physical bullying
Hitting, kicking, throwing objects at others, pushing or shoving you, stealing your money or personal items, making physical threats, intimidating you
True or false: When a friend is crying or upset, you should make jokes to lighten the mood and make them feel better
False, you want to match their mood
When in an argument, why is it important to listen to the other person's side before you share your side?
It helps us understand the other person's perspective
What kinds of jokes should you stay away from?
Jokes about religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, politics
Give an example of an open-ended question
What kind of movies do you like? What do you like to do for fun? What kind of TV shows do you like? What genres of books do you like to read?
What are some strategies you can use to handle cyberbullying
Lay low, don't feed the trolls, have friends stick up for you, block them, get help from an adult, save the evidence, report the cyberbullying to the authorities.
Give some examples of strategies you can use to calm down when you are feeling an intense emotion
Take a break, go for a walk, take deep breaths, talk to someone
What could happen if you use a teasing comeback with someone who is being physically aggressive?
They could retaliate with physical aggression
What does it mean to be a joke-teller?
A joke-teller is someone who is constantly telling jokes, they think they're the class clown
How do you assess interest when starting or joining a conversation?
Are they talking to you? Looking at you? Is their body facing you?
What does it mean to lay low online?
Stop posting, stay off social media, don't comment on other's posts
Vocabulary challenge: Your state of mind; how you think or feel about something; can be positive or negative
Attitude
Why shouldn't you banter with someone who is teasing you?
Give one rule of good sportsmanship
Praise your friend, play by the rules, don't be a coach, don't be a referee, share and take turns, don't be competitive, don't be a bad winner, don't be a sore loser, say "good game"
Give an example of a cover story for why you might exit a conversation.
"Well, I gotta go," "I have to get to class," "I gotta get to lunch"
Give one strategy for handling being the target of gossip
Don't try to disprove the rumor, don't appear upset, don't confront the person spreading the rumor, avoid the person spreading the gossip, act amazed anyone believes the rumor, spread the rumor about yourself
Vocabulary challenge: The act of understanding someone else's situation or emotions; the ability to put yourself in someone else's place
Empathy
Give an example of a verbal AND nonverbal comeback for when someone is teasing you
Verbal: Whatever, my grandma can do better than that, who cares, bid deal, etc.
Nonverbal: Shrug your shoulders, rolling your eyes, shaking your head no
What could be the problem with telling jokes that aren't age-appropriate?
Your friends won't think you're funny, they might think you're being immature, they might not want to hangout with you anymore