7th Grade Relationships

Eye contact, voice volume, and nodding are VERBAL communication skills that show respect for the person communicating with you.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

These are NONVERBAL types of communication.

Using I-statements are more effective than using you-statements.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

"YOU never let me do anything fun!"

"I feel like you don't let me do anything fun."

See the difference??

If a conflict is too serious or too difficult for the people involved to manage by themselves, an outside individual called a mediator can help the people find a solution.

• True

• False

Parents or guardians and young people have fewer conflicts because of their common goals.

• True

• False

Siblings often fight and argue, but keeping these relationships healthy can lead to greater satisfaction as you grow older.

• True

• False

Cliques and jealousy can weaken friendships and compromise well-being.

• True

• False

If a person is trying to pressure you into risky behaviors, this person is your friend because he or she has your health and wellness at heart.

• True

• False

Communicating your boundaries and sticking to them are important in a dating relationship.

• True

• False

Which of the following is a common feeling during an unhealthy relationship?

• Safe

• Valued

• Ignored

• Free to be yourself

____ communication makes demands of another person and insults others.

• Nonverbal

• Passive

• Assertive

• Aggressive