Yes Or No

Asking Appropriate Questions #1

Worksheet Description

The “Asking Appropriate Questions” worksheet is a tool to help students discern between questions that are suitable and those that may be considered intrusive or impolite when getting to know someone new. It presents a scenario where students are tasked with deciding whether certain questions are appropriate to ask a new student at school. The worksheet lists a series of questions, and students must mark ‘YES’ next to questions that are acceptable and ‘NO’ next to those that are not, thereby evaluating the appropriateness of different types of personal inquiries.

This worksheet is designed to teach students social skills, particularly the nuances of polite conversation and respecting personal boundaries. By considering the appropriateness of each question, students learn to think before they speak, a skill that is essential for creating a comfortable social environment. It encourages them to be mindful of others’ privacy and teaches them which topics are generally considered acceptable to inquire about when meeting someone new. The activity aims to foster empathy and sensitivity, promoting a respectful and inclusive school culture.