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Bullying myths and facts quiz trivia! There are a lot of schools that have different rituals with bullying and call it tradition but this causes more harm than good. Most people who partake in bullying use the excuse that it hardens a person up but it in fact causes them emotional damage that is at times irreparable. The quiz below will help see if you have all your facts right when it comes to bullying.

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1.

Teasing someone can be fun and most of the time participants are "in on it".
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Many times children will pretend to be in on the jokes made at them. This is a way for them to cope, and to still try to fit in. This does NOT mean they enjoy it or it's any less hurtful. This is still bullying.

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A Bully usually has few friends, or has low self esteem.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
There is very little evidence to support this idea. This is what can make a bully so dangerous. Classmates often hold the bully in a positive regard because they appear "tough" or "cool". In addition, most bullies are found to have an inflated, positive, self view!

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3.

Bullying mostly happens between elementary school children and peaks around 4th grade.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
There is no research to support that bullying is most prominent with elementary age children. Bullying exists at all levels of childhood and there is no time when it peaks or subsequently declines.

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Victims of Bullying will lash out, and become violent threats to our schools and communities.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Although popularized by the media, this notion is generally false. However, this is still an important concern. Victims of bullying are at greater risk for depression, suicide, drug use, and at-risk behavior.

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Bully intervention should include anger management and problem ownership for the bullies.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
This is true. In many cases bullies are blaming others for their problems or to hide their problems. A great example of this is picking on someone who consistently does well in school.

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6.

Bullying takes place on school grounds more than anywhere else.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
This is where children spend most of their day. It makes sense that it happens the most here.

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Boys often bully physically and girls often bully verbally.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
This is the general trend. Girls often exhibit emotional/social control over their bullying victims where boys prefer physical intimidation.

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Our children will often tell us when they're being bullied.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Sadly this is false. Children are often afraid to tell adults when they're being bullied.

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There are two people involved in bullying: The bully and the victim.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Studies have shown that bystanders are just as impacted by the bully as the victim. They can feel increased anxiety related to social situations, school-work, and peer relationships.

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We, as parents and educators take bullying very seriously and always make sure to provide proper intervention and help.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Sadly, this is false. We don't always look out for bullying or take it seriously. Many times we don't know what to look for, we minimize it, or we don't listen to whats going on with our children or students.

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Bullying Myths And Facts Quiz! Trivia

Teasing someone can be fun and most of the time participants are "in on it".

A Bully usually has few friends, or has low self esteem.

Bullying mostly happens between elementary school children and peaks around 4th grade.

Victims of Bullying will lash out, and become violent threats to our schools and communities.

Bully intervention should include anger management and problem ownership for the bullies.

Bullying takes place on school grounds more than anywhere else.

Boys often bully physically and girls often bully verbally.

Our children will often tell us when they're being bullied.

There are two people involved in bullying: The bully and the victim.

We, as parents and educators take bullying very seriously and always make sure to provide proper intervention and help.