How to Teach Middle School Online Safety | Everyday Speech - Free Printable

Let’s go through each question one by one. The goal is to think about how your friend might feel if you post a photo of them — especially if they didn’t say it was okay, or if the photo shows them in a way they wouldn’t like.

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Question 1:
You and your friend took a photo together while hanging out at your house. Your friend is blinking in the photo, but you really want to post it. How will sharing this photo make your friend feel?

→ Think: Would you like a picture posted where you’re blinking? Probably not — it doesn’t look good, and your friend might feel embarrassed or silly. Even if you think it’s funny, they might not.

✔ Final thought: They might feel embarrassed or upset because they don’t look their best.

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Question 2:
You took a photo of your friend making a silly face. His tongue is out and his eyes are crossed. He sees it and says, “I look terrible!” You think it’s funny and want to share it on social media. How will sharing this photo make your friend feel?

→ Think: He already told you he thinks he looks bad. If you post it anyway, he might feel ignored, disrespected, or even humiliated — especially if other people see it and laugh.

✔ Final thought: He’ll probably feel hurt or angry because you didn’t listen to him.

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Question 3:
You brought your friend on vacation with your family. Your mom took a picture of you standing on the beach together, and you are both smiling. You really like the picture and want to post it. How will sharing this photo make your friend feel?

→ Think: This one seems nice! Both of you are smiling, and it’s a happy memory. Unless your friend has a reason not to want it posted (like privacy), they’d likely feel included and happy.

✔ Final thought: They’ll probably feel glad or proud — it’s a fun photo of a good time together.

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Question 4:
You and your friend are playing around with filters on your camera. You take a picture of your friend with a silly filter. Your friend says, “Ugh, delete that!” You think your other friends will laugh. How will sharing this photo make your friend feel?

→ Think: They asked you to delete it — meaning they DON’T want it shared. Posting it anyway breaks trust. They might feel betrayed or mocked.

✔ Final thought: They’ll feel upset or mad because you didn’t respect their wish.

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Question 5:
You take a picture with your friends before your school dance. Everyone is smiling and looking at the camera. How will sharing this photo make your friends feel?

→ Think: Everyone looks happy, it’s a group photo, and no one said they didn’t want it posted. It’s probably fine — unless someone specifically asked not to be in photos.

✔ Final thought: They’ll likely feel excited or happy — it’s a cool memory from a special night.

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Final Answer:

1. Your friend might feel embarrassed or upset because they don’t look their best in the photo.
2. Your friend will likely feel hurt or angry because you ignored their feelings after they said they looked terrible.
3. Your friend will probably feel happy or proud since it’s a nice photo of a fun vacation moment.
4. Your friend will feel upset or betrayed because you didn’t respect their request to delete the photo.
5. Your friends will likely feel excited or glad because it’s a happy group photo from a special event.