Assertiveness Quiz

What does assertiveness mean?

• To avoid expressing your feelings.

• To stand up for yourself and respect your own needs, rights, and feelings.

• To let others make decisions for you.

• To ignore the needs, rights, and feelings of others.

Which of the following is an action associated with assertiveness?

• Avoiding responsibilities.

• Giving up easily when challenged.

• Expressing your feelings.

• Allowing others to push you around.

What is an example of nonverbal behavior that demonstrates assertiveness?

• Slouching when standing.

• Avoiding eye contact.

• Speaking unclearly.

• Having good eye contact.

What does being passive mean in terms of nonverbal behavior?

• Strong eye contact

• Confident posture

• Speaking loudly

• Poor posture

Which of the following is a characteristic of passive behavior?

• Sound confident

• Let others get away with things you don't like

What is a sign of aggressive behavior?

• Respectful of others

• Afraid to speak up

• Demanding

• Good eye contact

Which of the following is an example of nonverbal behavior?

• Present a stiff body

• Don't follow through with your responsibilities to others.

Which behavior could be interpreted as threatening?

• Speak softly

• Nod in agreement

• Lean forward in a threatening way

• Smile

What is NOT a characteristic of nonverbal behavior?

• Speak loudly

• Make other people feel bad.