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Learn to be Affirmative
Many people struggle with saying, 'No'. If someone asks you for a favour or a
commitment, you may feel obligated to say 'Yes’. But sometimes, it is necessary
to be firm and say 'No'.
What would you do or say in these situations? Tick (3) your options or write
your own answers.
1. Your friend asks you to lend them some money. They have a habit of not
returning the money.
a. Give them the money.
b. Say ‘no’ and tell your friend the reason.
c. __________________________________________________
2. Your friends ask you to watch a movie with them. You would rather spend
some time with your family.
a. You say ‘yes’ to them so that they don’t think you are antisocial.
b. You say ‘no’ to them and risk their displeasure.
c. __________________________________________________
3. You are working on an urgent project. Your friend asks if
they can copy your project.
a. “Sure, I will help you.”
b. “I will not be able to help you. Please do your project
yourself.”
c. _________________________________________________
4. You are writing an English test. Your best friend pokes you
in the back. They want to see your answer to a question.
a. Tell them the answer.
b. Complain to the teacher.
c. __________________________________________________
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