Assertive Communication Worksheet

Communication skills lesson 17: Saying no and disagreeing politely · Set 246 · 40 questions

Communication tip (Kind but firm): Assertive: “I see your point, but I think we should check the map first.”, “Please stop pushing in the line. Let’s all wait our turn.” Passive: agreeing while you disagree, letting others push ahead and saying nothing. Aggressive: insults, threats, shoving, “Get off the swing. NOW.” Polite disagreement: “I respectfully disagree.”, “Can we look at another idea too?” Rude: “You’re totally wrong.”, “Just stop talking.” Saying no to something wrong: a clear no, then tell an adult if needed.

1. 1.True or false: this is passive. “Umm… okay, take my notes,” she mumbles, though she needs them tonight. (a) False (b) True
2. 2.True or false: this is aggressive. “That’s a stupid idea. We’re doing mine.” (a) False (b) True
3. 3.True or false: this is aggressive. “Get off the swing. NOW.” (a) True (b) False
4. 4.True or false: this is aggressive. “I disagree — I think the blue poster is clearer.” (a) True (b) False
5. 5.🤝 Polite or rude disagreement? “Can we look at another idea too?” (a) polite disagreement (b) rude disagreement
6. 6.True or false: “Good point — and I also think we could…” is polite disagreement. (a) False (b) True
7. 7.🦁 Assertive, passive or aggressive? “I see your point, but I think we should check the map first.” (a) passive (b) assertive (c) aggressive
8. 8.True or false: this is passive. “Fine, whatever you want,” he says, though he hates the plan. (a) False (b) True
9. 9.True or false: “Only a baby would think that.” is polite disagreement. (a) False (b) True
10. 10.True or false: “Just stop talking.” is rude disagreement. (a) False (b) True
11. 11.True or false: “I respectfully disagree.” is rude disagreement. (a) True (b) False
12. 12.True or false: “I see it differently, because…” is rude disagreement. (a) True (b) False
13. 13.True or false: this is assertive. “Fine, whatever you want,” he says, though he hates the plan. (a) True (b) False
14. 14.True or false: this is passive. He never asks for a turn on the swing, so he never gets one. (a) True (b) False
15. 15.🦁 Assertive, passive or aggressive? “Blue? Only a fool would pick blue!” (a) aggressive (b) passive (c) assertive
16. 16.🤝 Polite or rude disagreement? “Just stop talking.” (a) polite disagreement (b) rude disagreement
17. 17.True or false: this is assertive. “I disagree — I think the blue poster is clearer.” (a) False (b) True
18. 18.🦁 Assertive, passive or aggressive? “That’s a stupid idea. We’re doing mine.” (a) assertive (b) aggressive (c) passive
19. 19.🙅 A friend wants to copy your homework. What is an assertive reply? (a) “No, but I can explain.” (b) “Get lost, cheater!” (c) “Okay, take it all.” (d) hand it over quietly
20. 20.🗯️ Shouting, insults and threats are… (a) passive (b) aggressive (c) respectful (d) assertive
21. 21.😶 Agreeing to everything even when you don’t want to is… (a) honest (b) passive (c) assertive (d) aggressive
22. 22.🦁 Assertive, passive or aggressive? “No, I can’t lend my notes today, but I can help you at lunch.” (a) aggressive (b) passive (c) assertive
23. 23.🤝 Polite or rude disagreement? “Good point — and I also think we could…” (a) polite disagreement (b) rude disagreement
24. 24.True or false: “You’re totally wrong.” is polite disagreement. (a) False (b) True
25. 25.🦁 Assertive, passive or aggressive? “Get off the swing. NOW.” (a) assertive (b) aggressive (c) passive
26. 26.🧭 What does being assertive mean? (a) always agreeing (b) rude and loud (c) quiet and scared (d) honest and respectful
27. 27.True or false: this is assertive. “Please stop pushing in the line. Let’s all wait our turn.” (a) False (b) True
28. 28.🍬 An older boy keeps asking for your lunch money. What should you do? (a) hit him (b) say no, tell an adult (c) hide in class (d) give it every day
29. 29.True or false: “That’s the dumbest thing ever.” is polite disagreement. (a) False (b) True
30. 30.🤝 Polite or rude disagreement? “You’re totally wrong.” (a) polite disagreement (b) rude disagreement
31. 31.🤝 Polite or rude disagreement? “I understand, but here is my view.” (a) polite disagreement (b) rude disagreement
32. 32.True or false: this is aggressive. “I’d like a turn on the swing after you, please.” (a) False (b) True
33. 33.True or false: this is aggressive. “No, I can’t lend my notes today, but I can help you at lunch.” (a) False (b) True
34. 34.True or false: this is assertive. “I guess you’re right,” she whispers, though she knows the answer is wrong. (a) False (b) True
35. 35.True or false: “I see it differently, because…” is polite disagreement. (a) True (b) False
36. 36.🤝 In a group, you disagree with Diya’s plan. What is best? (a) stay quiet and sulk (b) leave the group (c) share your view kindly (d) call her plan silly
37. 37.🦁 Assertive, passive or aggressive? “Please stop pushing in the line. Let’s all wait our turn.” (a) assertive (b) passive (c) aggressive
38. 38.🦁 Assertive, passive or aggressive? “I guess you’re right,” she whispers, though she knows the answer is wrong. (a) passive (b) assertive (c) aggressive
39. 39.🤝 Polite or rude disagreement? “Only a baby would think that.” (a) rude disagreement (b) polite disagreement
40. 40.🦁 Assertive, passive or aggressive? “I’d like a turn on the swing after you, please.” (a) aggressive (b) passive (c) assertive

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