Cyberbullying

Which of the following text messages would most likely be an example of cyberbullying?

• Party at Tim's house tonight! 8 p.m.
• I disagree. I like math!
• Don't tell Rita about Tim's party!
• Wear the red sweater. It looks best!

Which of the following is a factual statement about cyberbullying?

• Cyberbullying is the biggest problem that young people face.
• Cyberbullying should be outlawed.
• Cyberbullies are mean people.
• Cyberbullying can make people feel bad.

Over a few days, you receive a series of insulting IMs from someone at school. Which sequence of actions is the best response?

• Save the IMs; send an email to the IM host; confront the bully in school; meet with a school couselor.
• Tell a parent or other adult; delete all IMs from the bully; complain to the IM host.
• Ignore/delete the first IM; save any further IMs; tell a parent or other adult you trust.
• Ignore all the IMs.

What can you infer from the fact that people are more likely to say mean things online than in person?

• The internet doesn't have the same rules of behavior as real life.
• Using chat rooms and message boards makes some people angry.
• The Internet is much more dangerous than real life.
• Being anonymous can make some people forget their manners.

Why should you never send emails, texts, or IMs when you're angry or upset?

• You may not have the best judgement when your emotions are running high.
• The person you're communicating with won't respect you if you're not calm.
• It isn't easy for people to tell your emotional state online.
• Nobody really cares about how you feel.

What's the best way to prove that you've been a victim of cyberbullying?

• Talking about it to an adult you trust.
• Telling a good friend about what has been happening.
• Saving screenshots of instances where you've been harassed.
• Replying to harassing texts or emails.

Why is ignoring a mean email usually the best first response?

• In most cases, cyberbullies stop after one email message.
• It frustrates cyberbullies' desire for an emotional response.
• If you respond, you could get in trouble for cyberbullying too.
• Emails from cyberbullies often contain viruses.

What do cyberbullies have in common with regular bullies?

• They both tend to be bigger than their peers.
• Both types usually don't have a lot of friends.
• They're usually the most popular kids in school.
• They both end up hurting people.

Cyberbullying generally doesn't involve physical violence. What does "physical"mean in this case? 

• Severe
• Body­related
• Having to do with emotions
• Mild