Poll or Quiz: Promise Power! (15 minutes)

What's another word for "agreement" in Trinidadian slang?

• A. Lime (hanging out)

• B. Talk (conversation)

• C. Word (promise)

• D. Deal (agreement)

Answer explanation

In Trinidadian slang, 'word' is another word for 'agreement', so the correct answer is C. Word (promise).

What happens if you break a promise to your friend? Select two of the options.

• A. Nothing, it's just a promise.

• B. You might lose their trust.

• C. You get sent to detention. (Humorous option)

• D. You owe them a big apology.

Answer explanation

Breaking a promise can lead to losing trust and requiring a big apology, making options B and D the correct choices.

What is an agreement?

• A. A fancy way of saying "promise."

• B. A formal contract signed by lawyers.

• C. An understanding between two or more people.

• D. A rule you have to follow.

Answer explanation

An agreement is an understanding between two or more people, making option C the correct choice.

What happens if someone breaks a contract?

• A. Nothing, it's just a piece of paper.

• B. They might face legal consequences.

• C. They become a bad person.

• D. They owe the other person an apology.

Answer explanation

Breaking a contract can lead to legal consequences, making option B the correct choice.

Can a promise involve exchanging something?

• A. No, promises are just words.

• B. Yes, like "I'll do your chores if you buy me doubles."

• C. Only if it's a written promise.

• D. Only if it involves money.

Answer explanation

The correct answer is B because a promise can involve exchanging something, like doing chores in exchange for buying doubles.

Why is it important to keep your promises?

• A. To avoid getting in trouble.

• B. To build trust with others.

• C. To get what you want.

• D. All of the above.

Answer explanation

Keeping promises is important to build trust with others, which is the correct choice B.

What's the difference between a "promise" and a "contract"? Select two of the options.

• A. Contracts are always written, while promises can be spoken.

• B. Contracts are legally binding, while promises are not always.

• C. Contracts involve money, while promises don't.

• D. Promises are always kept, and contracts can be broken.

Answer explanation

Contracts are legally binding, while promises are not always. Promises are always kept, and contracts can be broken.

Can you break a promise if it's about something small?

• A. Yes, always.

• B. Maybe, depending on the situation.

• C. No, you should always keep your promises.

• D. Only if you say "sorry" afterwards.

Answer explanation

The correct answer is C. No, you should always keep your promises, regardless of the size.

Which of these is NOT likely to be a contract?

• A. Buying a used car.

• B. Agreeing to share lunch with a friend.

• C. Hiring a plumber to fix your sink.

• D. Borrowing a textbook from a classmate.

Answer explanation

Agreeing to share lunch with a friend is not likely to be a contract because it lacks the intention to create legal relations and does not involve a formal agreement.

When might you use a contract in Trinidad and Tobago?

• A. Borrowing money from a family member.

• B. Renting an apartment.

• C. Buying a phone from a friend.

• D. All of the above.

Answer explanation

You might use a contract in Trinidad and Tobago for borrowing money, renting an apartment, or buying a phone, so the correct answer is D. All of the above.