Series 2-14: Bullying

The “Bullying” chapter in the Alberta School Bus practice test addresses the critical issue of bullying on school buses.

Alberta School Bus Test - SERIES 2-14: Bullying

1 / 20

If you suspect bullying, you should:

Assume it will stop by itself

Deal with it alone and never inform the school

Never hesitate to ask school administration and staff for advice

Tell students not to bother you with such issues

2 / 20

Which is an example of social psychological bullying?

Punching another student

Taking someone’s belongings

Not being included in group activities

Threatening to hit someone

3 / 20

Bullying should be:

Dealt with immediately

Ignored so it goes away

Left for other students to solve

Considered a normal part of growing up

4 / 20

Comments about someone’s ethnicity (culture, color, or religion) are classified as:

Social bullying

Physical bullying

Verbal psychological bullying

Normal teasing

5 / 20

Which statement about bullying is true?

It only occurs outside of school

It often gets worse with time if not addressed

It usually disappears on its own

It only happens to teenagers

6 / 20

Which is an example of physical bullying?

Hitting

Ignoring

Spreading rumors

Gossiping

7 / 20

When intervening in a bullying situation, you should:

Wait until the end of the week

First see if the bullying continues

Intervene immediately as soon as you see or become aware of it

Only act if a parent complains

8 / 20

What is a typical reaction of perpetrators when confronted?

They ask to be punished

They minimize and deny their actions and responsibility

They immediately apologize without question

They always fully admit everything

9 / 20

When talking to the bully, you should:

Only tell them not to get caught next time

Avoid mentioning expectations for future behavior

Explain why their behavior is unacceptable and what you expect instead

Let them decide what is acceptable

10 / 20

What is a fundamental principle about children and bullying?

Every child has the right and need to feel safe, and adults must help stop the bullying cycle

Safety is the responsibility of students only

Bullying is an unavoidable part of school life

Only some children need to feel safe

11 / 20

When a child reports bullying, you should:

Take it very seriously because they usually report as a last resort

Assume they are exaggerating

Tell them to ignore it and be tougher

Ask other students if it is really true before acting

12 / 20

Which child is most at risk for being bullied?

Always surrounded by friends

Shy, reserved, and quiet

Very outspoken and aggressive

Older than the other students

13 / 20

A result of physical bullying can be:

Stronger friendships

Improved self-esteem

Better physical fitness

Hurt bodies and damaged belongings

14 / 20

Which question should you avoid asking a bullied child?

“When did this start?”

“What did you do first?”

“How are you feeling?”

“Who was involved?”

15 / 20

Which is an example of verbal psychological bullying?

Excluding someone from games

Turning away and not looking at someone

Ignoring someone

Name calling

16 / 20

What is a key responsibility of the school bus operator regarding bullying?

Leave all bullying issues to parents to handle

Focus only on driving and ignore student interactions

Recognize and respond to bullying, despite the challenge of driving

Discipline students without reporting to the school

17 / 20

When speaking to those involved in bullying, you should:

Only talk to the victim

Talk to everyone together so they can argue it out

Talk to the bully and victim separately

Only talk to the bully’s friends

18 / 20

A common result of social bullying is that a child may:

Make more friends

Feel alone and not part of the group

Do better on school tests

Become physically stronger

19 / 20

After an incident, you should consult:

Social media for advice

No one; keep it to yourself

Only other students on the bus

School administration or the child’s parent/guardian

20 / 20

When you identify a child who may be at risk of being bullied, an early intervention strategy is to:

Ignore the situation

Wait for a fight to happen

Change the seating arrangement

Ask other students to solve it

Your score is

It educates drivers on how to recognize signs of bullying, including verbal abuse, exclusion, and physical aggression among students. The chapter emphasizes the importance of acting promptly and appropriately when bullying is observed, in accordance with school district policies and by reporting incidents to the appropriate authorities. Drivers are encouraged to foster a respectful environment by building positive relationships with students and setting clear expectations. By taking an active role in preventing and addressing bullying, drivers help ensure a safe and welcoming atmosphere for all students.