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Essay: Write a 3-part assertive statement to a teacher who falsely accused you of turning in your homework late.
Student Answer: I understand that you can't find my homework in the basket or in your desk. However, I am almost positive I turned the assignment in, but I will look again for it. If needed I will redo it, but if you could look for it again that could make this a lot easier. |
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Essay: Write a 3-part assertive statement to a friend who keeps making plans with you and then cancelling at the last minute.
Student Answer: I understand that plans change often, but my feelings are hurt when you cancel all the time. I want to spend time with you and if we can find a way to hang out I'd love that. However, I don't want to feel disregarded every time I think we're going to spend time together and then we don't. |
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Essay: When you choose to be assertive, you won't always get everything you want. With that in mind, why should you still choose to communicate assertively? Provide two reasons.
Student Answer: Yes communicating assertively is important. Being assertive is an easy way to express feelings and not cause an argument. One reason communicating assertively is good is because by being assertive you can understand each other's feelings. You might also be able to get what you want by talking assertively. |
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