Developing Social Skills for Staying On Task

Why is staying on task considered an important skill?

• It makes you more popular.

• It allows you to multitask effectively.

• It helps you avoid responsibilities.

• It helps you complete tasks and stay safe.

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What is the first step to staying focused?

• Take frequent breaks.

• Focus all your attention on your task.

• Ignore distractions.

• Work in a noisy environment.

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What technique can you use to block out everything around you?

• Pretend you have blinders on.

• Work in a crowded place.

• Listen to music.

• Use earplugs.

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What should you do if there are people talking around you?

• Join their conversation.

• Take a break.

• Move to a quieter place.

• Focus on your task and ignore them.

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What is a common distraction at home?

• A running dog or cat.

• A clean desk.

• A quiet room.

• A focused environment.

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What should you do if you get overwhelmed by a large task?

• Ignore the task.

• Break it down into smaller steps.

• Focus on the entire task at once.

• Take a long break.

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What is the first step if your task is to wash dishes?

• Dry the dishes.

• Check the water temperature.

• Turn on the water.

• Take a plate out of the sink.

When should you stop working on a task?

• When you feel tired.

• When you have completed the task or are told to take a break.

• When you want to do something else.

• When you get distracted.

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What is the third step in staying on task?

• Ignore distractions.

• Think about the first step of your task.

• Focus on your task.

• Take frequent breaks.

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What should you do if you are distracted by noises and sights around you?

• Stop working immediately.

• Join the distractions.

• Cover your ears and eyes to ignore them.

• Take a break.

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