Link it 5 - Page 16 - Future Skills and Adaptability

What will be more important in the future?

• Technology

• Emotional intelligence

• Repetitive tasks

• Machines

What does the text suggest about adaptability?

• It’s unnecessary in the workplace.

• You should only change your plans when forced.

• It’s about changing plans when problems happen.

• It’s about following plans no matter what.

Which of these is a characteristic of emotional intelligence?

• Saying "yes" to everyone

• Not expressing your emotions

• Listening carefully and responding with empathy

• Ignoring other people’s feelings

What will robots and AI take over in the future?

• Creative tasks

• Repetitive jobs

• Emotional tasks

• Decision-making

What’s an example of decision-making according to the text?

• Always choosing the easiest option

• Choosing without thinking

• Considering the pros and cons of each choice

• Asking others what to do

What will happen if you don’t develop creativity?

• You will be left behind in work and life.

• You won’t be able to make art.

• You will only be able to do simple tasks.

• You will always copy other people’s ideas.

Which of these is the best example of using adaptability?

• Deciding not to bake because you have no eggs

• Going to the store to buy eggs when you realize you don’t have them

• Calling a friend to help you make the cake

• Ignoring the missing eggs and baking anyway

What will the world need more of in the future?

• People who can do repetitive work

• Robots with advanced technology

• People who can think creatively and make decisions

• People who only focus on tasks

If you decide you are going to make a cake but run into problems, what’s a good response?

• Give up and do something else

• Change your plan and make cookies instead

• Keep trying to make the cake with the wrong ingredients

• Wait for someone to help you

How should we develop emotional intelligence, according to the text?

• By avoiding conflict at all costs

• By saying “yes” to everything

• By recognizing and expressing our emotions appropriately

• By never saying “no” to others