Skills for Healthy Relationships Assignment

In this assignment, you will practice the skills needed to form healthy relationships.

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Use the drop-down menus to complete the sentences in the passage. Andrea and Chloe have been friends since third grade. Lately, Andrea has been wondering if Chloe is taking advantage of their relationship. Andrea knows Chloe's parents are divorcing, and she feels reciprocity ----- for her, as her parents divorced several years ago. However, Chloe has been asking if she can copy Andrea's homework, saying she is not sleeping well. Andrea is starting to think this is a sign of a(n) healthy ----- inherent relationship, as it is the only time they seem to talk. Andrea decides she is going to try to be nonverbal aggressive ----- in speaking with Chloe about her feelings.

1st drop down. Empathy 2nd drop down. Unhealthy 3rd drop down. Thoughtful

Ever since Chloe's parents announced their divorce, Chloe has stopped talking to Andrea. They talk about normal, everyday things such as school, but their conversation is lacking any personal sharing. Andrea knows that Chloe is hurting and wants her to feel comfortable opening up and talking about her feelings. What can Andrea say to Chloe to start a healthy dialogue? A. "I felt confused about my parents' divorce and had no one to share my feelings with. I'm here for you if you want to talk." B. "You don't trust me enough to confide in me. Did I do something to you that makes you not like me?" C. "Ever since your parents' divorce you have been overly sensitive and moody." D. "Maybe you should find another friend that you can talk to."

A. "I felt confused about my parents' divorce and had no one to share my feelings with. I'm here for you if you want to talk."

How can being more empathetic help strengthen a relationship? Check all that apply. A. Empathetic people recognize how the other person feels in a given situation. B. Being empathetic eliminates the need to apologize for poor behavior. C. Understanding others' viewpoints can help individuals modify their behaviors. D. Empathy can help individuals feel more dependent upon someone else. E. Empathy can help individuals get past their differences.

A. Empathetic people recognize how the other person feels in a given situation. C. Understanding others' viewpoints can help individuals modify their behaviors. E. Empathy can help individuals get past their differences.

Marcus is nervous about starting at a new school. He walks into class and looks around for an open seat. There are a few, but most of the students give off an unwelcoming vibe with their body language. Then Marcus spots an available seat next to a friendly-looking girl. What nonverbal communication might the girl be displaying to make Marcus feel comfortable? Check all that apply A. She make eye contact. B. She smiles. C. She looks away. D. She waves him over. E. She whispers to the girl next to her.

A. She makes eye contact. B. She smiles. D. She waves him over.

Which of these are healthy expressions of friendship between two people? Check all that apply. A. feeling comfortable being themselves around each other B. texting the other every hour to see if anything is wrong C. respecting each other's need for privacy D. relying on the other to meet all expectations E. communicating feelings of empathy and support

A. feeling comfortable being themselves around each other C. respecting each other's need for privacy E. communicating feelings of empathy and support

Hakim and Lucia have been dating for five months. Lucia is starting to feel like the relationship is unequal. They always go out to his favorite restaurant, and she watches his soccer matches, but he has only come to one of her volleyball games. She does not feel understood and lets Hakim know how she feels. How could Hakim improve his relationship by demonstrating reciprocity? Check all that apply. A. make an effort to pay more attention to Lucia's interests B. listen to Lucia's experiences and opinions C. take more control of the relationship so that Lucia does not have to worry D. talk more often so they can figure out which of them is right about the relationship E. respectfully ask about her feelings

A. make an effort to pay more attention to Lucia's interests B. listen to Lucia's experiences and opinions E. respectfully ask about her feelings

Which image displays body language that can negatively influence effective communication? A. A man and woman sitting next to each other while looking at a binder. B. A man standing next to a woman sitting in a chair. C. A boy and a woman are sitting face to face

B. A man standing next to a woman sitting in a chair.

According to the chart, what are the two most important aspects of personal communication? A. Spoken words and tone of voice B. Tone of voice and nonverbal clues C. Spoken word and nonverbal clues D. All are equally important

B. Tone of voice and nonverbal clues

Long-term romantic relationships require more than physical passion and attraction. Attraction without connection is really just a crush or infatuation. Often, teenage dating is just about having fun, but as we grow older, emotional connection, friendship, and communication also become important. A deep, affectionate attachment takes the place of passion. These feelings of love and affection can be expressed in many different ways. What is a healthy way of demonstrating love and affection? A. giving unsolicited criticism and instruction to change the other person B. sharing, supporting, and accepting the other person as an individual C. keeping secrets with the hope of not upsetting the other person D. expressing feelings of jealousy to demonstrate affection

B. sharing, supporting, and accepting the other person as an individual

Mrs. Johnson's debate class is practicing for the semifinals. Tony and Cleo are practicing their rebuttal speeches, but Cleo starts speaking to Tony in a patronizing manner. They have worked as partners before, and this is the first time Tony has felt disrespected. Tony wants to communicate with Cleo effectively. What should his response be? Check all that apply. A. tell everyone in the class about Cleo's behavior so someone will let her know it's bothering him B. get angry at Cleo the next time she speaks to him in a disrespectful way C. calmly explain to Cleo how he feels using "I" statements D. respond to Cleo using the same patronizing tone E. ask Cleo if there is anything wrong and if he can help

C. calmly explain to Cleo how he feels using "I" statements E. ask Cleo if there is anything wrong and if he can help