Let’s go through each example one by one and decide if it’s assertive communication — meaning, standing up for yourself in a respectful way.
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1.
Cody says, “Wyatt, can you please stop throwing the ball at me?”
→ This is polite, clear, and asks for what he needs without being rude.
✔ Assertive.
2.
Diane pushes Ryan because he called her a bad name.
→ Pushing is physical aggression, not communication. Not assertive.
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3.
Cheyenne says, “No, I don’t like it when you do that. Please, stop.”
→ She says how she feels and asks them to stop — respectfully.
✔ Assertive.
4.
Chris calls Bo a “chicken brain” because he’s mad at him.
→ Name-calling is hurtful and not respectful.
✘ Not assertive.
5.
Ian is mad at Hector for making fun of him, but doesn’t say anything to him.
→ Saying nothing means he’s not standing up for himself.
✘ Not assertive.
6.
Tom is angry at his brother, so he sneaks in his room and breaks his toy.
→ Breaking something is destructive and unfair.
✘ Not assertive.
7.
Francis doesn’t let Vivian play his game because he’s mad at her.
→ Punishing someone by excluding them isn’t respectful communication.
✘ Not assertive.
8.
Carol says, “I need you to please stop calling me names behind my back.”
→ She states her need clearly and respectfully.
✔ Assertive.
9.
Joan tells Brenda that she’s the “worst friend in the world!”
→ Calling someone the “worst” is harsh and hurtful.
✘ Not assertive.
10.
Paul pulls Eva to the side and asks her to be nicer to him.
→ He’s talking privately and asking politely — that’s assertive.
✔ Assertive.
11.
Sally is mad at Asher, so she counts to 10 before expressing her feelings.
→ Counting to 10 helps calm down, then expressing feelings respectfully — good!
✔ Assertive.
12.
Darnell says, “I’m tired of you picking on me. It hurts my feelings.”
→ He shares how he feels and sets a boundary — respectfully.
✔ Assertive.
13.
Brett tells Josh, “I’m giving you 10 seconds to run before I hit you!”
→ Threatening violence is not assertive — it’s aggressive.
✘ Not assertive.
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✔ Final list of assertive examples:
- Cody
- Cheyenne
- Carol
- Paul
- Sally
- Darnell
Final Answer:
Cody, Cheyenne, Carol, Paul, Sally, Darnell
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of communication skills worksheet printable.
