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1. You’re the only person in a group who speaks a different dialect. What would be the most polite way to connect with others?

• Talk less and just smile

• Try to speak the same dialect as them

• Make fun of your own accent to be funny

• Walk away from the group

2. In a group project, someone constantly ignores your suggestions. What’s the most positive response?

• Quietly continue doing your part

• Tell them off in front of everyone

• Ask them calmly if they’ve considered your ideas

• Quit the group

3. Your friends joke about a group of people in a way that makes you uncomfortable. What’s a kind but honest response?

• Make an even harsher joke to change the topic

• Say, “That joke felt kind of unfair”

• Silent treatment

• Laugh along, even if it feels wrong

4. Someone tells you not to speak your native language in public. What would a confident but respectful response be?

• “Sorry, I’ll stop.”

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• “Whatever, I’ll speak it louder.”

• “This is who I am, and I’m proud of it.”

5. You’re in a new environment and feel left out. What’s a good way to feel included?

• Pretend to be like everyone else

• Ask questions and share a bit about yourself

• Change how you look and talk

• Avoid everyone

6. Someone makes a comment about your background that feels off. What’s a healthy way to respond?

• Ignore it and pretend you didn’t hear it

• Call them out rudely

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• Explain kindly why the comment was uncomfortable

7. In a new class where you’re the only one from your hometown, what’s a good way to connect?

• Avoid talking about where you're from

• Share something interesting about your hometown

• Try to copy their behavior exactly

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8. You want to correct a stereotype about your culture. What’s the best approach?

• Get angry and argue

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• Laugh with them even if it's wrong

• Explain the truth in a respectful way