ASomething that only happens to kids with no friends
BWhen friends or classmates try to get you to do something
CAlways something that is bad
DA sign that your friends do not really care about you
Peer pressure is when friends try to get you to do something. It can be positive (encouraging you to try your best) or negative (pushing you to do something wrong).
Question 2 True / False
All peer pressure is bad and you should never listen to your friends.
TTrue
FFalse
Answer: False
Some peer pressure is actually positive — like friends encouraging you to study, try a new sport, or be kind. The key is learning which peer pressure is good and which is not.
Question 3 True / False
True or false: If you say no to a friend's pressure, they will definitely stop being your friend.
TTrue
FFalse
Answer: False
Real friends will respect your choices, even if they do not like your answer. True friends want you to be true to yourself, not to just do what they say.
Question 4 Multiple Choice
Your friends want you to tease someone at school, but you do not want to. What is a good way to handle this?
ATease the person so your friends do not leave you out
BSay no firmly and explain why you think it is wrong
CPretend you did not hear them
DLaugh along even though you do not mean it
Being clear about your choice and explaining your reason shows strength and helps your friends understand. Standing up for what is right matters more than fitting in.
Question 5 Short Answer
Describe a time someone tried to pressure you or a time you felt peer pressure.
Think about your answer, then reveal below.
Model answer: My friends wanted me to be mean to a shy kid. I said no because I knew how it would feel to be treated that way. They teased me a little, but then they stopped.
A good answer shows recognizing peer pressure, making your own choice, and understanding that saying no can be hard but is the right thing to do.