1.
A friend showed up at your house uninvited. Usually you would be happy to let them in, but this time you’re busy. What is an assertive way to respond?
A
"I would like to hang out with you, but I can't right now. Can you come back tomorrow?"
B
"What are you doing here? Don't you see that I'm busy? You're so annoying!"
C
"I was doing something important, but I guess you can come in. Maybe I'll have time to do it later."
2.
Your friend asks to borrow your favorite game. This will be a big inconvenience for you.
A
"Umm, yeah. I guess that's fine. Do you want to keep it for a week?"
B
"Borrow my game?! Do you think of anyone but yourself?!" *Rolls eyes*
C
"I was planning to use it, so I can't give it to you now, but I can lend it to you next week."
3.
You've been asked to complete chores, but you are doing your homework.
A
"I'm doing my homework right now. Can I do my chores in five minutes?"
B
"I hate you! Are chores all you care about?
C
"Why do I have to do it? I'm busy! You do it if you want it done so bad!"
4.
Someone you care about has broken something that you own.
A
"Now look what you did! My day is ruined! It's all your fault!"
B
"I'm sad. But I know you didn't mean to break it. Mistakes happen. Let's find a solution together."
C
You notice the broken item. You are very upset. But you never say anything about it.
5.
You have been assigned a project at school with someone you don't like.
A
"THEM? Really?! You couldn't put me with ANYBODY ELSE?"
B
Roll your eyes, shake your head, and cross your arms. You ignore your teacher and partner
C
Go to your teacher after class. "I don't work very well with [name]. Can I have another partner?"
