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

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When talking to the bully, you should:

Avoid mentioning expectations for future behavior

Let them decide what is acceptable

Explain why their behavior is unacceptable and what you expect instead

Only tell them not to get caught next time

2 / 20

When a child reports bullying, you should:

Ask other students if it is really true before acting

Assume they are exaggerating

Tell them to ignore it and be tougher

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

3 / 20

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

Change the seating arrangement

Ignore the situation

Wait for a fight to happen

Ask other students to solve it

4 / 20

When speaking to those involved in bullying, you should:

Only talk to the victim

Talk to the bully and victim separately

Talk to everyone together so they can argue it out

Only talk to the bully’s friends

5 / 20

When intervening in a bullying situation, you should:

Wait until the end of the week

First see if the bullying continues

Only act if a parent complains

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

6 / 20

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

Become physically stronger

Do better on school tests

Make more friends

Feel alone and not part of the group

7 / 20

Which is an example of physical bullying?

Ignoring

Hitting

Spreading rumors

Gossiping

8 / 20

Which child is most at risk for being bullied?

Very outspoken and aggressive

Older than the other students

Always surrounded by friends

Shy, reserved, and quiet

9 / 20

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

Social bullying

Normal teasing

Physical bullying

Verbal psychological bullying

10 / 20

If you suspect bullying, you should:

Deal with it alone and never inform the school

Assume it will stop by itself

Never hesitate to ask school administration and staff for advice

Tell students not to bother you with such issues

11 / 20

Bullying should be:

Dealt with immediately

Left for other students to solve

Ignored so it goes away

Considered a normal part of growing up

12 / 20

A result of physical bullying can be:

Improved self-esteem

Better physical fitness

Stronger friendships

Hurt bodies and damaged belongings

13 / 20

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

Recognize and respond to bullying, despite the challenge of driving

Focus only on driving and ignore student interactions

Leave all bullying issues to parents to handle

Discipline students without reporting to the school

14 / 20

After an incident, you should consult:

Social media for advice

Only other students on the bus

School administration or the child’s parent/guardian

No one; keep it to yourself

15 / 20

What is a fundamental principle about children and bullying?

Only some children need to feel safe

Bullying is an unavoidable part of school life

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

16 / 20

Which is an example of verbal psychological bullying?

Turning away and not looking at someone

Ignoring someone

Name calling

Excluding someone from games

17 / 20

Which question should you avoid asking a bullied child?

“How are you feeling?”

“When did this start?”

“Who was involved?”

“What did you do first?”

18 / 20

What is a typical reaction of perpetrators when confronted?

They immediately apologize without question

They minimize and deny their actions and responsibility

They ask to be punished

They always fully admit everything

19 / 20

Which is an example of social psychological bullying?

Not being included in group activities

Taking someone’s belongings

Threatening to hit someone

Punching another student

20 / 20

Which statement about bullying is true?

It usually disappears on its own

It only occurs outside of school

It only happens to teenagers

It often gets worse with time if not addressed

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.