Session 8 Quiz

1. What is the purpose of creating a personal action plan for anger management?

A) To prove you completed the program B) To transform knowledge into lived, daily practice C) To share with others on social media D) To have something to show in court

2. Which of the following is the BEST example of a specific, measurable anger management goal?

A) “I want to manage my anger better B) “I will try not to get angry” C) “I will use ‘I’ statements in difficult conversations instead of attacking” D) “I’ll work on my temper”

3. Why should you anticipate obstacles in your action plan?

A) To have excuses ready when you fail B) Anticipating obstacles makes them easier to overcome C) Obstacles are not important to consider

4. What is the recommended approach when you experience a setback in anger management?

A) Give up because you’ve failed B) Punish yourself severely C) Learn from it, practice self-compassion, and resume your practices

5. What should your “emergency protocol” include?

A) A list of people to blame B) Immediate steps to take when warning signs appear (breaths, excusing yourself) C) Emergency phone numbers only

6. Why is daily practice important even when you’re not experiencing anger?

A) It’s not important—only practice when angry B) Small daily practices compound into major change over time C) It impresses other people

7. True or False: Managing anger is about eliminating anger completely from your life.

True False

8. When should you consider seeking professional help beyond this program?

A) Only if court-ordered B) If anger feels uncontrollable, affects mental health, or risks violence C) Never—this program covers everything

9. What does commitment to anger management mean in practice?

A) Making one decision and never thinking about it again B) Choosing your goals over your comfort, again and again C) Telling everyone you’ve changed

10. Short Answer: Name three components that should be included in your personal action plan (e.g., goals, triggers, protocol).