Character Growth and Skills Quiz

Mason, Emma, and Ava are starting a group project at school. While everyone is chatting, Mason decides to take charge of his responsibilities and plans ahead instead of waiting for someone else to tell him what to do. Which of the following habits is Mason showing?

• Be Proactive

• Be Silly

• Be Late

• Be Quiet

Answer explanation

'Be Proactive' is one of the 7 Habits outlined by Stephen Covey, emphasizing the importance of taking initiative and responsibility for one's actions. The other options do not represent any of the 7 Habits.

Grace and Rohan both have a big school project due tomorrow, but they also want to play video games together. What does it mean for them to "put first things first"?

• Do the easiest things first

• Do the most important things first

• Do what your friends are doing

• Do things last minute

Answer explanation

To "put first things first" means to prioritize tasks based on their importance. Therefore, the correct choice is to "Do the most important things first," ensuring that essential tasks are completed before less critical ones.

Aria and Grace are at a fun birthday party, and there’s a big, delicious cake! Aria wants a slice. What is a polite and friendly way for Aria to ask for cake?

• Interrupting others

• Saying "please" and "thank you"

• Ignoring people

• Yelling

Answer explanation

Saying "please" and "thank you" demonstrates respect and appreciation, which are key aspects of good manners. The other options, like interrupting or yelling, are considered rude and disrespectful.

Emma is feeling super angry after her friend Kai took her favorite toy during playtime. What is the best way for Emma to calm down?

• Yell at someone

• Take deep breaths

• Throw things

• Ignore your feelings

Answer explanation

When feeling angry, taking deep breaths helps calm your mind and body, allowing you to process your emotions more effectively. Yelling, throwing things, or ignoring feelings can escalate anger and lead to negative outcomes.

At a lively party, Benjamin, Abigail, and Mason are all sharing jokes and laughing together. Which emotion are they showing?

• Sadness

• Anger

• Happiness

• Fear

Answer explanation

A smile and laughter are universal indicators of happiness. When someone displays these expressions, it typically signifies joy and positive emotions, making 'Happiness' the correct choice.

During recess, Evelyn, Oliver, and Jackson can't agree on which game to play. What is a fun and friendly way for them to solve this problem together?

• Ignore the problem

• Talk and listen to each other

• Blame your friend

• Walk away without saying anything

Answer explanation

The best way to solve a problem with a friend is to talk and listen to each other. This approach fosters understanding and collaboration, helping both parties to express their feelings and find a resolution together.

Scarlett, Evelyn, and David are teaming up for a big group project adventure! Which of the following shows someone being an awesome team player?

• Only doing your own work

• Sharing ideas and listening to others

• Not helping anyone

• Talking over everyone

Answer explanation

Sharing ideas and listening to others is essential for effective teamwork. It fosters collaboration and ensures that all group members contribute, leading to better outcomes than working in isolation.

Ava, Abigail, and Aria are teaming up for a big school project! Instead of each person working alone, they decide to brainstorm wild ideas, share their talents, and help each other out to make their project the best it can be. In the 7 Habits, what does this awesome way of working together show?

• Work alone

• Work together to achieve more

• Work against others

• Work slowly

Answer explanation

In the context of the 7 Habits, "synergize" means to work together to achieve more than what individuals could accomplish alone. This emphasizes collaboration and the power of teamwork.

Zoe feels really upset after losing her favorite toy. What is a fun and helpful way for her to calm down and feel better?

• Count to ten

• Ignore your feelings

• Shout at someone

• Run away

Answer explanation

Counting to ten is a common technique to help regulate emotions by providing a moment to pause and reflect, reducing impulsive reactions. The other options, like ignoring feelings or shouting, can worsen emotional responses.

At Lily's birthday party, her friend Sophia gives her a beautifully wrapped present. What is the most polite thing Lily should do?

• Say nothing

• Say "thank you"

• Take it and leave

• Ask for more

Answer explanation

When someone gives you a gift, the polite response is to say 'thank you.' This shows appreciation and respect for the giver's thoughtfulness, making it the appropriate choice over the other options.