Recognizing Reactions

Directions: Discuss and label the reaction style for each response

within your group. Write P for passive, A for assertive, and Ag for

aggressive.

1. A group of people are talking about Jessica, who is your friend.

_____ You listen to the stories but don't make any comments.

_____ You say, "I don't feel comfortable talking about Jessica when

she's not here. Let's talk about something else."

_____ You say, "You shouldn't be talking about Jessica behind her

back. What a bunch of gossips!"

2. Your older sister wants to borrow your new, favorite shirt. She

wears a larger size than you.

_____ You let her borrow the shirt and hope the buttons don't pop

off.

_____ You say, "No, Nikki, I don't feel comfortable when someone

borrows my clothes. I'll help you pick out something of yours that

looks really good on you."

_____ You yell, "You've got to be kidding! No way am I going to let an

elephant borrow my stuff."

3. You are buying a movie ticket with a $20.00 bill. The employee

gives you incorrect change.

_____ You say, "Hey! You're ripping me off."

_____ You say nothing and tell the manager of the movie theater.

_____ You say, "I think I got incorrect change. I paid with a $20.00

bill."

4. Your teacher graded an important test paper incorrectly.

_____ You ask your friend to show your paper to the teacher.

_____ You mutter loudly so the teacher will ask you what's wrong.

_____ You say, "I believe my paper was marked incorrectly. Would

you please look at question 7?"

5. You are babysitting your baby brother when Alana calls and asks

you to come over. Your brother is taking a nap.

_____ You say, "No I can't come over because Matthew is taking a

nap. Maybe Lisette can come over."

_____ You wake up Matthew and go visit Alana.

_____ You avoid Alana for the next few days so she'll get the

message