Assertiveness

One of the characteristics of an assertive person is....

• Expressing ideas, toughts and feelings in a respectful way

• Accept situations that make you uncomfortable

• Values self more than others

If you sue of criticism, humiliation, and domination you are being....

• Passive

• Agressive

• Assertive

All of the following are the things that we need to do to learn assertiveness skills, EXCEPT:

• Assertiveness is not aggressiveness.

• Assertiveness is not being passive.

• Assertiveness is not manipulation.

• Assertiveness is speaking for ourselves not for anyone else.

In a discussion, saying "Let's agree to disagree" is an example of what type of communication?

• Aggressive

• Passive

• Assertive

• Passive-Aggressive

Assertive Communication  means….

• Bold & Rude in Communication

• Very Cold & Submissive in Communication

• Being able to stand up for your own or other’s right without disrespecting others

• Being Neutral

Which statement is an example of assertive communication?

• You never listen to me!

• It's not a big deal, whatever you think is best.

• I feel upset when my ideas are not considered.

• I guess I'll just go along with the group to avoid conflict.

Choosing to say, "I need some time to think about this, let's talk later," is an example of:

• Passive communication

• Aggressive communication

• Assertive communication

• Avoidant communication

Which of the following is a key component of assertive communication?

• A) Avoiding eye contact

• B) Using 'I' statements

• C) Speaking softly

• D) Interrupting others

What is the main difference between assertive and aggressive communication?

• A) Assertive communication respects others' rights, aggressive does not

• B) Aggressive communication is always louder

• C) Assertive communication is more emotional

• D) There is no difference

In the context of assertiveness, what does the term 'active listening' mean?

• A) Waiting for your turn to speak

• B) Nodding without understanding

• C) Fully concentrating, understanding, and responding

• D) Ignoring the speaker's emotions