Rationale: You may encounter situations in which people are misunderstood, under pressure, caught in embarrassing situations, or simply in trouble. Going out of your way to try to make the individual feel comfortable (without being overbearing or nosey) is one way to be a "good neighbor."
Worksheet 111: The Play
Students are to read the story about a play and an embarrassing situation. They should be prepared to dis-cuss the questions at the bottom of the worksheet.
Answer Key (answers may vary):
1. Embarrassed
2. Laughed with her (not at her), offered to lend her clothes, gave moral support for talking with the teacher
3. Ask the teacher to let her call her mother; ask around for extra clothes