Consequences and Decision-Making Quiz

A consequence is something that happens as a result of an _______ or _______.

• action, decision

• thought, idea

• plan, strategy

• wish, hope

The three types of consequences are _______ consequences (good outcomes), _______ consequences (unwanted outcomes), and _______ consequences (neither good nor bad).

• positive, negative, neutral

• beneficial, harmful, indifferent

• favorable, adverse, impartial

• constructive, destructive, unbiased

Evaluating consequences helps us make better _______ by preventing _______ decisions.

• choices, impulsive

• plans, thoughtful

• strategies, careful

• actions, deliberate

When we think about consequences, we learn to consider both _______-term and _______-term effects.

• short, long

• immediate, future

• quick, extended

• brief, prolonged

Taking time to think through consequences helps with _______ regulation and keeps us calm.

• emotional

• physical

• mental

• social

What is the first step in the decision-making process?

• Identify the problem

• Consider possible outcomes

• Evaluate the options

• Make a choice

A __________ list helps us weigh the positive and negative outcomes of a decision.

• shopping

• pros and cons

• to-do

• wish

__________ is a technique where you discuss a decision with a partner.

• Brainstorming

• Debating

• think-pair-share

• Arguing

Considering consequences helps build __________ and maintain healthy __________.

• relationships and habits

• muscles and diets

• houses and gardens

• skills and tools

Evaluating consequences helps us become more __________ in our interactions with others.

• aggressive

• thoughtful

• careless

• indifferent