Session 2 Quiz NJAMG

1. What are the three main categories of anger triggers discussed in this session?

A) Physical, mental, and emotional triggers B) Situational, personal, and behavioral triggers C) Internal, external, and environmental triggers D) Past, present, and future triggers

2. Which of the following is an example of a SITUATIONAL trigger?

A) Feeling disrespected when someone dismisses your idea B) Being reminded of a painful childhood experience C) Getting stuck in heavy traffic during your commute D) Someone breaking a promise they made to you

3. “This always happens to me” is an example of which cognitive distortion?

A) Mind reading B) Overgeneralization C) Personalization D) All-or-nothing thinking

4. What is the correct order for the Pause Technique?

A) Breathe, Stop, Proceed, Observe B) Observe, Breathe, Stop, Proceed C) Stop, Breathe, Observe, Proceed D) Proceed, Stop, Breathe, Observe

5. Why do personal triggers often operate “below the surface”?

A) Because they are not real triggers B) Because they are connected to individual history and beliefs C) Because they only affect others

6. What happens between a trigger and your response?

A) Nothing—triggers cause automatic responses B) A physical reaction that cannot be controlled C) A story or interpretation that determines your response

7. True or False: If someone’s behavior triggers your anger, it is entirely their fault and not your responsibility.

True False

8. What should you record in a trigger journal?

A) Only the date and what happened B) Situation, physical sensations, thoughts, intensity, and outcome C) Only names of people involved

9. Which is a strategy for PREVENTING trigger situations?

A) Yelling to release tension B) Taking a different route if a particular road triggers road rage C) Suppressing all feelings

10. Short Answer: List two questions you can ask yourself to “reframe” your thoughts when triggered.