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WorksheetsSelf Advocacy
Total questions: 58
Worksheet time: 19mins
When you're confused by something, it's best to ask for help.
True
False
One example of self-advocating is...
asking for more time on a test.
getting mad at the teacher.
blaming a bad grade on someone else.
Asking for help can be hard because you think you don't need help.
True
False
Everyone has the same strengths and weaknesses.
True
False
If you are working hard, people are more likely to help you.
True
False
Self-advocating is something that EVERYONE does in order to be successful.
True
False
Which of the following is NOT an example of self-advocacy?
Telling the teacher “I need a calculator for my math test.”
Highlighting my notes will help me understand the material.
Laying my head down on my desk when I don’t understand a math problem.
Recording the teacher’s lecture to make sure I get all the notes
Which of the following is an example of self advocacy?
Completing all your work on your own.
Going to class.
Setting an alarm to remind you to go to class.
Reaching out to teachers/school counselor with questions.
What is a disability?
Something that is wrong with you
Something that limits a person in an area of their life
When something doesn't work
Something that helps you do something
What does "physical" mean?
Dealing with the body
Dealing with the mind
Dealing with school
Dealing with rights
What does "mental" mean?
Dealing with the body
Dealing with the mind
Dealing with school
Dealing with rights
What is self-awareness?
Taking control of your life
Being able to speak up for yourself
Knowing about yourself
Treating someone differently because of a certain thing like race, age, or disability.
What is self-determination?
Something that is due to a person by law
Something that helps you do something.
Something that you should do
Taking control of your life.
What is self-advocacy?
Taking control of your life
Being able to speak up for yourself
Treating someone differently because of a certain thing like race, age, or disability
Something due to a person by law
What is self-advocacy?
Taking control of your life
Being able to speak up for yourself
Treating someone differently because of a certain thing like race, age, or disability
Something due to a person by law
What is an accommodation?
A change in an assignment, or what you have to do.
A duty, something that you should do
What you need to help you do something
Something you want to do or accomplish
What does IEP stand for?
Identical Education Payments
Individualized Education Program
Identity Escape Plan
Ironic Elephant Pants
Which one of the following is NOT one of the accommodations on your IEP
Test read aloud
Small group, separate room testing
Braille Pages
Extended time
What is a right?
Something you should do
Something you are good at
Something due to a person by law, something everyone deserves
Something You want to do or accomplish
What is a responsibility?
Something you are good at.
Something due to a person by law
Something you want to accomplish
A duty, something you should do
What is discrimination?
Making a desicion
Knowing about yourself
Treating something differently because of a certain thing like race, age, or disability.
Something you want to improve
What is a decision?
Making a choice
A change in an assignment
Something you cannot live without
Something you are good at
What is a goal?
Something you ignore
Something you want to do or accomplish
Being able to speak up for yourself
Something that limits a person in an area of their life
What is a need?
Something you are good at.
Something about yourself you want to improve.
Something you have to have to live.
Something you would like to have
What is a want?
Something you are good at.
Something about yourself you want to improve.
Something you have to have to live.
Something you would like to have.
What is a strength?
Something you are good at.
Something about yourself you would like to improve.
Something you have to have to live
Something you would like to have
What is a weakness?
Something you are good at.
Something about yourself you would like to improve
Something you have to have to live
Something you would like to have
What does "post-secondary" mean?
Before High School
During High School
After High School
Without High School
Scenario: Cary has been very anxious the last few days about an upcoming Science Test and hasn't been able to talk with anyone about it. Cary's teacher comes over to him and asks how he is. How can Cary respond and Advocate for Himself?
"I'm feeling awesome about the Science Test"
"I'm feeling very nervous about this test and need help reviewing the material"
"I feel okay about the test and have been studying a lot"
Why is self advocacy important
It is important because it empowers you to speak up for yourself and make decisions about your life.
Self advocacy isn't important
Self advocacy is important because you can stand up for other people when they are being mistreated.
Self-advocacy is learning how to...
speak up for yourself.
make your own decisions.
get information and support.
All of the above.
Three elements of self-advocacy are...
Understanding. Knowing. Communicating.
Learning. Talking. Listening.
Practicing. Helping. Hoping.
Fighting. Playing. Laughing.
Not being able to ask questions or for help harms your ability___________.
to learn
to be independent
both of these
Being able to self-advocate is an important _______________.
talent
life and social skill
listening skill
One of the best ways to learn is by _____________.
being quiet
depending on others
asking questions
People that ask questions and ask for help learn more and are more likely to be ____________________.
successful at work and at school
to be independent
both of these
When asking a question or for help, it is important ____________.
to be clear and specific
to be unclear (vague)
not to plan your question
To be successful and independent, you will need ____________.
to have your parents do more for you
to be a self-advocate
to depend on others
Often, people don't self advocate because they are afraid to ask questions.
true
false
Have _______________ and courage.
confidence
speak
thankful
clear
As we become adults, being able to self-advocate becomes even more important.
true
false
Those who don't ask questions, learn more.
true
false
___________ up.
confidence
speak
person
polite
Be ____________.
confidence
speak
person
polite
One example of self-advocating is...
asking for more time on a test.
getting mad at the teacher.
blaming a bad grade on someone else.
One example of self-advocating is...
asking for more time on a test.
getting mad at the teacher.
blaming a bad grade on someone else.
When you're confused by something, it's best to ask for help.
True
False
Why is self advocacy important
It is important because it empowers you to speak up for yourself and make decisions about your life.
Self advocacy isn't important
Self advocacy is important because you can stand up for other people when they are being mistreated.
Which of the following is an example of self advocacy?
Completing all your work on your own.
Going to class.
Setting an alarm to remind you to go to class.
Reaching out to teachers/school counselor with questions.
What is a definition of Self Advocacy?
Picking out an Avocado by yourself
Spending all of your time by yourself
Not having any friends
Speak up for yourself
What is an example of Self Advocacay?
Problem at school & someone needs to speak up
Need to get the correct information or help
Making your own decision (despite peer pressure)
Volunteering for a local group to bring awareness to a problem (hunger)
What is an Essential of Self Advocacy?
You can identify a ripe avocado
Be direct: State clearly, firmly and politely what your needs are
You want to only work by yourself
You become good at telling people what to do
What is a benefit of self advocacy?
Enjoying a ripe avocado
You become a demanding person
Develop conflict resolution and creative problem solving skills
No one wants to be around you
How should you self-advocate when your order is wrong?
Which is a common reason that people decide to do volunteer work? (hint: choose 2 correct answers)
You are making a difference in the world
It is a way to earn additional income
You are able to help people less fortunate than you
Boring and has a lot of time
It is important to be ______ and ______ when asking for what you need.
loud and rude
clear and specific
timid and shy
threatening and harmful
What should you do if you're feeling overwhelmed during breaks?
Keep it to yourself
Talk to a trusted friend or adult about your feelings
Ignore your feelings
Avoid breaks
What is a key message about self-advocacy?
Your voice doesn't matter
Self-advocacy is a skill that weakens with practice
You're alone in this
Your voice matters, and self-advocacy gets stronger with practice
