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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 felt frustrated and confused when I saw that my homework was marked as late because I made sure to submit it before the deadline. I even have the timestamp to confirm it was turned in on time. I’d really appreciate it if you could review the submission record and update the grade to reflect the actual submission time. |
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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 feel disappointed and a bit hurt when you cancel our plans at the last minute, especially when I’ve set aside time to hang out. This has happened several times now, and it makes me feel like our time together isn’t a priority. I’d really appreciate it if you could let me know ahead of time if something might come up, or only commit when you're more certain you can follow through. |
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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: It shows self-respect and confidence – Communicating assertively helps you express your thoughts, needs, and boundaries clearly, which reinforces your sense of self-worth and helps others understand and respect you.
It improves relationships – Assertiveness encourages honest, respectful dialogue. It reduces misunderstandings and builds trust, making it easier to resolve conflicts and maintain healthy, balanced relationships. |
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