Self Advocacy

A person's self-advocacy abilities will influence

• their independence.

• their relationships.

• their success in school and the workplace.

• All of the above.

Each self-advocacy act, no matter how small, will

• make people like you.

• give you more control over your life.

• be dangerous.

• all of the above.

The self- advocacy skill of asking a question is important for

• learning.

• clarifying information.

• gaining and understanding.

• all of the above

Your self-advocacy abilities influence your level of

Self Advocacy is an essential social skill that influences our independence

• True

• False

Adults rarely have to self-advocate.

• True

• False

To become a good self-advocate, you should know:

• Your rights and responsibilities

• Everything about your friend's family

Which of the following best defines 'self-advocacy'?

• Speaking up for oneself to express needs and desires

• Relying on others to make decisions for you

• Avoiding conflict at all costs

• Always agreeing with authority figures

In the context of self-advocacy, what does the term 'assertiveness' mean?

• Being aggressive and demanding

• Expressing your needs and rights respectfully

• Ignoring others' opinions

• Always getting your way

Which sentence uses the concept of self-advocacy correctly?

• She waited silently, hoping someone would notice her discomfort.

• He confidently explained his needs to the teacher.

• They decided to let others speak for them.

• She agreed with everything to avoid conflict.