Understanding Bullying: A Quiz

What is the definition of bullying?

• A friendly disagreement between classmates

• Repeated aggressive behavior intended to hurt another person

• A group project in school

• A fun game played at recess

Which of the following is an example of verbal bullying?

• Hitting someone

• Calling someone mean names

• Ignoring someone

• Taking someone’s lunch

What is cyberbullying?

• Bullying that happens online or through digital devices

• Bullying that happens in the cafeteria

• Bullying that happens during sports

• Bullying that happens in the library

Which of the following is NOT a type of bullying?

• Physical bullying

• Verbal bullying

• Emotional bullying

• Academic bullying

Who can be affected by bullying?

• Only the person being bullied

• Only the person bullying others

• Both the person being bullied and the person bullying, as well as bystanders

• Only teachers

Which of the following is a sign that someone might be experiencing bullying?

• They are always happy

• They have unexplained injuries

• They volunteer for every activity

• They get good grades

What is the first thing you should do if you see someone being bullied?

• Join in with the bullying

• Ignore it and walk away

• Tell a trusted adult or teacher

• Take a video and post it online

Which action best demonstrates empathy towards someone who is being bullied?

• Laughing at them

• Comforting them and offering support

• Ignoring them

• Telling others about their situation

If you are being bullied online, what is a safe step you can take?

• Respond with mean messages

• Block the person and report the behavior to an adult

• Share your password with the bully

• Delete your account immediately

Which of the following is an appropriate way to help prevent bullying at school?

• Encourage kindness and respect among classmates

• Ignore bullying when you see it

• Spread rumors about others

• Only help your friends