Words Can Hurt Lesson

Pre/Post Assessment

Name ___________________________

1. A stereotype is:
a. Something nice to say about someone.
b. A generalization of a group of people.
c. Can be something hurtful.
d. All of the Above.
e. Only B and C.
2. Circle YES or NO: Is this a stereotype?
a. YES or NO: Girls cant play football.
b. YES or NO: Men cant be nurses.
c. YES or NO: Some Asians are really good at math and science.
d. YES or NO: Boys who read are geeks.
e. YES or NO: All blondes are stupid.
f. YES or NO: All librarians are strict, with tight buns and a frown on their face.
g. YES or NO: Teachers can be male and female.
h. YES or NO: Some girls/women are particular about their hair and makeup.
3. True or False: Words cannot hurt people.
a. True
b. False
4. True or False: Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.
a. True
b. False
5. Rate your answer on a scale of 1 5 with 5 being that you would be very careful and
1 being that you wouldnt be careful at all.
Imagine a world where the words would appear in your skin. Would you be more careful of
what you say?
1

6. Alexis overheard a boy in the hallway say, All girls are mean and smelly.
a. Is this a stereotype? YES
NO
b. What should she do?
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