Social Skills (T/F)
Pleas & Plea Bargains
Competency
Social Skills
Random Trivia
100
True or False: It's good manners to greet people when they walk into the room.
True
100
Who decides if you can take a plea bargain?
The Judge - The Judge can accept or reject the plea bargain
100
When you misbehave in court, what can you be charged with?
Contempt of court/Perjury
100
Why are Social Skills Important?
Social Skills determine: How well we get along with others, How well we are able to function in our daily lives, and Influence our Independence
100
What poisonous fruit did Snow White eat?
Apple
200
True or False: A persons ability to succeed at work is directly related to their social skills.
True - Social Skills impact our success in school, the workplace, and relationships.
200
True or False: A plea bargain is VOLUNTARY
True - By law, a plea bargain must be made voluntarily and knowingly. This means the defendant must understand the rights they are giving up (like the right to a trial) and must not be coerced or threatened into the agreement by the prosecution or the court.
200
What is a Plea Bargain?
A Plea Bargain is an agreement between the Public Defender and the District Attorney to lower sentencing or for reduced charges
200
Name 3-4 social skills
Greeting Others, Maintaining the appropriate social space, Not talking too loud or too quiet (tone), Participating, Sharing, Taking Turns, Helping others, Encouraging others, Complimenting others, Resolving conflicts, Communicating clearly, Following directions, Staying on task, Respecting others, Asking for help, Listening to others, Being patient, Being a team player
200
Who is this?
Pocahontas (Bonus pts if you can name the Raccoon companion)
300
True or False: It is ok to look into someone's belongings when they aren't looking.
False - It is never ok to go through someone else's belongings, especially when they aren't looking.
300
What are the 4 Pleas?
1. Guilty
2. Not Guilty
3. No Contest
4. Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity
300
What does someone need to know about their case to make an informed decision in court?
*Their charges (mandatory)
*The sentencing guidelines for each charge
*If a deal was offered
*How much time they have already served
300
If you could create your own holiday, what would it be and how would you celebrate?
Thank you for SHARING (Practice!)
300
What is the smallest U.S. state by land area?
Rhode Island
400
True or False: Those with good social skills are more likely to be happy & have healthy relationships.
True
400
Name 2 possible Consequences of taking a Plea Bargain
1. Criminal conviction on your record
2. Possible jail or prison time
3. Fines and/or Court Fees
400
Why are Plea Bargains Used? Name at least 3 reasons
*Resolve case faster
*Reduce stress and cost of a trial
*Provide more predictable outcomes for both sides
*Help courts manage heavy caseloads
400
Why is personal space important?
Invading someone's personal space can make them feel uncomfortable or threatened, it's polite to give someone their space.
400
What do you call a collective group of flamingos?
A flamboyance
500
True or False: Social Skills can be learned
True - We start learning social skills as babies and we never stop learning, it's never to late to learn and improve social skills
500
What rights are given up when accepting a Plea Bargain?
1. Right to a Jury Trial
2. Right to Confront & Cross-Examine Witnesses
3. Right to Present Evidence and Call Witnesses
4. Right to Remain Silent at Trial
5. Right to Appeal
500
Define the 4 pleas (Guilty, Not Guilty, No Contest, Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity [NGI])
Not Guilty: "I did not do it" (Leads to a trial)
Guilty: You are admitting to the crime (Leads to Sentencing)
No Contest: Accepts conviction and sentencing without formally admitting guilt (Leads to sentencing)
NGI: "I did it but at the time of the crime I had a mental illness that made me not know right from wrong." (Leads to Trial)
500
Why is it important to treat other people with kindness?
We should treat people the way we want to be treated, it is the right thing to do.
500
Which U.S. President was once a licensed bartender?
Abraham Lincoln