Dear Jane, I hope you’re doing well. Lately, I’ve been struggling with Mike, one of my classmates. He’s really smart, but he doesn’t listen to others. Whenever we do group projects, he takes control and ignores our ideas. It makes me feel frustrated and unimportant. I don’t want to start an argument, but I don’t want to be left out. Have you ever been in a situation like this? What would you do? I’d love to hear your thoughts! Cheers, Peter
Dear Peter, That sounds frustrating. I’ve been in a similar situation before, so I know how hard it can be. Try having a calm conversation with Mike and let him know that teamwork means listening to everyone. But if that doesn’t work, you could ask your homeroom teacher for advice. You should stand up for yourself while staying respectful. I hope things improve! Let me know how it goes. Warm wishes, Jane
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1. How does Peter describe Mike’s behavior during group projects?
2. Why does Peter feel frustrated and unimportant?
3. What approach does Jane suggest Peter take when dealing with Mike?
4. How does Jane advise Peter to express himself?
1. What are effective ways to communicate concerns without causing conflict?
2. How can teachers help manage group dynamics and ensure fairness?
3. Why might someone, like Mike, take control in group settings?
4. What can schools do to teach students about teamwork and collaboration?
Dear Jane,
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