Comprehension "Bullying at school": Andalucía 2010

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KEY BULLYING AT SCHOOL

COMPREHENSION

QUESTIONS

ANSWER QUESTIONS 1-3 ACCORDING TO THE INFORMATION GIVEN IN THE TEXT. USE YOUR OWN WORDS.

1 Is bullying restricted to physical abuse? Explain.

• No, bullying is the use of force or coercion to abuse or intimidate others which includes verbal offenses and rude gestures.

2 According to studies, what factors may contribute to the existence of bullying?

• Factors such a stronger physical constitution or a problematic social background could contribute to the existence of bullying.

3 Are disciplinary measures the most recommended way of dealing with bullies?

• No, they aren’t. It would be better to talk to them trying to change their attitude and behaviour toward the others.

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