Understanding Personal Space Quiz

What is personal space?

• The area around a person where they feel comfortable and safe

• The distance you need to run a mile

• The space in your backpack for books

• The area reserved for parking cars

Which of the following is an example of respecting someone's personal space?

• Standing very close to someone while talking

• Asking if you can sit next to someone before doing so

• Interrupting someone while they are speaking

• Taking someone's belongings without asking

What might be a sign that someone is uncomfortable with their personal space being invaded?

• They smile and laugh

• They step back or move away

• They start talking louder

• They give you a high-five

Which of the following is an appropriate way to greet someone you don't know very well?

• Giving them a big hug

• Shaking their hand

• Patting them on the head

• Standing very close to them

Why is it important to understand personal boundaries?

• To make sure you always get what you want

• To respect others and maintain healthy relationships

• To avoid doing any work

• To ensure you are always the center of attention

What should you do if someone tells you that you are too close to them?

• Ignore them and stay where you are

• Apologize and give them more space

• Laugh and move even closer

• Tell them they are being silly

Which of the following is NOT a sign of discomfort when personal space is invaded?

• Smiling and nodding

• Crossing arms

• Avoiding eye contact

• Moving away

SCENARIO: Lucas lightly taps a classmate's shoulder in the hallway to ask if he can borrow a pen.

• Not Appropriate

• Appropriate

SCENARIO: Brian hugs his teacher when the bell rings to start class.

• Not Appropriate

• Appropriate

SCENARIO: Evan wants to sit next to his friend but it’s crowded in the cafeteria so he squeezes in beside him on the bench.

• Not Appropriate

• Appropriate