Quiz: How Strong is Your Support System? For Middle Schoolers

📚 Quick Study Guide

• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 What is a Support System? Your support system includes friends, family, teachers, and anyone who helps you when you need it. They offer encouragement, advice, and a listening ear.
• 💖 Why is it Important? A strong support system helps you manage stress, build confidence, and navigate tough times. It's like having a team cheering you on!
• 🤝 Key Elements: Trust, communication, and mutual respect are essential for a healthy support system.
• 🌱 Building Your System: Nurture your relationships by being a good friend, communicating openly, and showing appreciation.
• 🗣️ Asking for Help: It’s okay to ask for help! Knowing when and how to seek support is a sign of strength.

Practice Quiz

1. Which of the following is the BEST example of a support system?
   1. A) Your favorite video game
   2. B) A group of friends who always listen to your problems
   3. C) A celebrity you follow on social media
   4. D) A really comfortable chair
2. Why is having a strong support system important?
   1. A) It guarantees you'll never have problems.
   2. B) It helps you manage stress and build confidence.
   3. C) It makes you popular at school.
   4. D) It gives you more homework.
3. What is a key element of a healthy support system?
   1. A) Always agreeing with each other.
   2. B) Trust and open communication.
   3. C) Keeping secrets from each other.
   4. D) Only talking about fun topics.
4. How can you nurture your relationships within your support system?
   1. A) By only talking about yourself.
   2. B) By being a good friend and communicating openly.
   3. C) By borrowing things and not returning them.
   4. D) By avoiding difficult conversations.
5. What is a sign of strength when it comes to your support system?
   1. A) Never needing help from anyone.
   2. B) Knowing when and how to ask for help.
   3. C) Pretending everything is always okay.
   4. D) Isolating yourself from others.
6. Which of these people could be part of your support system?
   1. A) A stranger on the street
   2. B) A classmate you've never spoken to
   3. C) A teacher you trust and can talk to
   4. D) Someone who always makes you feel bad
7. What should you do if you feel like your support system is weak?
   1. A) Give up and deal with problems alone.
   2. B) Blame your friends and family.
   3. C) Identify who you can trust and communicate your needs.
   4. D) Pretend everything is fine.