Home Rules and Responsibilities

What is a common household chore for students?

• Doing laundry

• Cleaning their rooms

• Cooking dinner

• Washing the car

How can family members effectively communicate their needs?

• Use clear language, listen actively, express feelings without blame, and create a safe environment for dialogue.

• Only communicate through text messages

• Use vague language to avoid conflict

• Ignore each other's feelings

Why is it important to set boundaries at home?

• Setting boundaries can lead to conflict and resentment.

• Boundaries are unnecessary in a loving home.

• It is important to set boundaries at home to maintain healthy relationships and ensure respect among family members.

• Boundaries restrict freedom and should be avoided.

What is one way to manage your time effectively with chores?

• Complete all chores in one day.

• Create a chore schedule.

• Ignore the chores until the weekend.

• Ask someone else to do your chores for you.

How can you show respect for a sibling's privacy?

• Knock before entering their space and respect their personal belongings.

• Read their diary without permission.

• Use their belongings without asking.

• Ignore their requests for privacy.

What chore can be done daily to keep the house clean?

• Washing windows

• Sweeping or vacuuming

• Organizing the garage

• Mowing the lawn

How should family members address conflicts?

• Family members should address conflicts through open communication, active listening, and collaborative problem-solving.

• Avoid discussing the issue altogether.

• Blame each other for the conflict.

• Use aggressive language to express feelings.

What does it mean to have personal space at home?

• Having personal space at home means having a designated area where one can feel safe, relaxed, and free from intrusion.

• Having a home office that is always busy and noisy.

• Having a shared bedroom with multiple people.

• Having a large living room filled with furniture.

How can a chore chart help with household responsibilities?

• A chore chart is only useful for children and not adults.

• A chore chart creates confusion and leads to more arguments.

• A chore chart eliminates the need for any household responsibilities.

• A chore chart helps distribute household responsibilities fairly and promotes accountability.

What is a good way to ask for help with a task?

• Ask someone if they can help without explaining the task.

• Demand assistance without providing details.

• Be clear and specific about the task and the help you need.

• Wait for someone to offer help without asking.