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- 1. Multiple Choice
Which of the following does NOT give a definition of ASSERTION?
a confident and forceful statement of fact or belief
the action of stating something or exercising authority confidently and forcefully
a stylistic approach or technique involving a strong declaration, a forceful or confident, and positive statement regarding a belief or a fact
a forceful attempt of expressing emotions through physical contact and violence
- 2. Multiple Choice
Which does NOT state a reason why people avoid being assertive?
they just don't want to deal with it
fear of hurting others and not being liked by other people
they are not sure how to clearly express
they just simply do not want to ruin the relationship they have with others
- 3. Multiple Choice
Aggressive behavior is typically punishing, hostile, blaming, and demanding. It can involve threats, name-calling, and even actual physical contact. It can also involve sarcasm, catty comments, gossip, and “slips of the tongue.”
TRUE
FALSE
- 4. Multiple Choice
Being assertive means standing up for yourself in ways that violate the rights of others.
TRUE
FALSE
- 5. Multiple Choice
Which of the statements below is NOT true about the Function of Assertion?
let readers feel that they should disagree or dispute what they read or hear; rather, they should reject the idea or notion as an indisputable fact
one of the best approaches for writers to express their personal feelings, beliefs, and ideas in a direct way
by using this technique, writers can defend others’ feelings and rights if violated
expresses self-affirmation and rational thinking of personal respect or worth
- 6. Multiple Choice
It is a simple expression of your personal rights, beliefs, feelings, or opinions.
Basic Assertion
Emphatic Assertion
Escalating Assertion
I-Language Assertion
- 7. Multiple Choice
This is especially useful for expressing negative feelings. It involves a 3-part statement
Basic Assertion
Emphatic Assertion
Escalating Assertion
I-Language Assertion
- 8. Multiple Choice
This occurs when the other person fails to respond to your basic assertion and continues to violate your rights. You gradually escalate the assertion and become increasingly firm.
Basic Assertion
Emphatic Assertion
Escalating Assertion
I-Language Assertion
- 9. Multiple Choice
It conveys sympathy to someone, and usually has two parts: the first encompasses the recognition of the feelings or situations of the other person, and the second is a statement that shows support for the other person’s viewpoint, feelings, or rights
Basic Assertion
Emphatic Assertion
Escalating Assertion
I-Language Assertion
- 10. Multiple Choice
What assertion is the statement below?
“Excuse me, I’d like to finish what I’m saying.”
Basic Assertion
Emphatic Assertion
Escalating Assertion
I-Language Assertion
- 11. Multiple Choice
What assertion is the statement below?
“If you do not hand me your homework by tomorrow, I may have to send you to the Principal's office for detention.”
Basic Assertion
Emphatic Assertion
Escalating Assertion
I-Language Assertion
- 12. Multiple Choice
What assertion is the statement below?
“I know you are feeling hopeless with the project, but cheer up! There are still ways we can do to keep the contract.”
Basic Assertion
Emphatic Assertion
Escalating Assertion
I-Language Assertion
- 13. Multiple Choice
What assertion is the statement below?
“I want you to look me in the eyes and tell me what I have done wrong.”
Basic Assertion
Emphatic Assertion
Escalating Assertion
I-Language Assertion
- 14. Multiple Choice
What assertion is the statement below?
“Mr. President, if I may speak... when you signed the petition for these OFWs, I felt very proud and happy, but when you denied them assistance, I felt annoyed and betrayed. I would like you to revisit the petition and grant them the assistance they need. ”
Basic Assertion
Emphatic Assertion
Escalating Assertion
I-Language Assertion
- 15. Multiple Choice
What assertion is the statement below?
“Excuse me, sir, we know you felt disappointed in how we oddly behaved in class yesterday. We'd like to assure you that you still are the best teacher there is. ”
Basic Assertion
Emphatic Assertion
Escalating Assertion
I-Language Assertion
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