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

When intervening in a bullying situation, you should:

Only act if a parent complains

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

Wait until the end of the week

First see if the bullying continues

2 / 20

When talking to the bully, you should:

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

Avoid mentioning expectations for future behavior

3 / 20

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

Verbal psychological bullying

Normal teasing

Social bullying

Physical bullying

4 / 20

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

Feel alone and not part of the group

Become physically stronger

Do better on school tests

Make more friends

5 / 20

Bullying should be:

Considered a normal part of growing up

Left for other students to solve

Ignored so it goes away

Dealt with immediately

6 / 20

Which question should you avoid asking a bullied child?

“Who was involved?”

“What did you do first?”

“How are you feeling?”

“When did this start?”

7 / 20

Which is an example of physical bullying?

Ignoring

Spreading rumors

Hitting

Gossiping

8 / 20

Which child is most at risk for being bullied?

Always surrounded by friends

Very outspoken and aggressive

Older than the other students

Shy, reserved, and quiet

9 / 20

Which statement about bullying is true?

It usually disappears on its own

It often gets worse with time if not addressed

It only happens to teenagers

It only occurs outside of school

10 / 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

11 / 20

When speaking to those involved in bullying, you should:

Talk to everyone together so they can argue it out

Talk to the bully and victim separately

Only talk to the bully’s friends

Only talk to the victim

12 / 20

Which is an example of social psychological bullying?

Not being included in group activities

Threatening to hit someone

Taking someone’s belongings

Punching another student

13 / 20

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

Discipline students without reporting to the school

Focus only on driving and ignore student interactions

Recognize and respond to bullying, despite the challenge of driving

Leave all bullying issues to parents to handle

14 / 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

15 / 20

After an incident, you should consult:

School administration or the child’s parent/guardian

No one; keep it to yourself

Only other students on the bus

Social media for advice

16 / 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

17 / 20

Which is an example of verbal psychological bullying?

Ignoring someone

Turning away and not looking at someone

Name calling

Excluding someone from games

18 / 20

What is a typical reaction of perpetrators when confronted?

They ask to be punished

They always fully admit everything

They minimize and deny their actions and responsibility

They immediately apologize without question

19 / 20

If you suspect bullying, you should:

Deal with it alone and never inform the school

Tell students not to bother you with such issues

Never hesitate to ask school administration and staff for advice

Assume it will stop by itself

20 / 20

A result of physical bullying can be:

Stronger friendships

Improved self-esteem

Hurt bodies and damaged belongings

Better physical fitness

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.