Rules & Responsibilities — Answer Key
Part A: Fill in the Blank
Write the missing word or number on each line.
1. Rules keep us safe at school.
Rules tell us the safe way to play, walk, and work at school, so they keep us safe.
2. We wait in line to be fair.
Lining up means everyone goes in order without pushing, so we wait in line to be fair.
3. We use indoor voices in the classroom.
An indoor voice is a soft voice we use inside so we do not bother others, so voices fits the blank.
4. We take care of our belongings.
Looking after our things so they do not get lost or broken is taking care of our belongings, so care is the missing word.
5. We hold the door for others.
Holding the door open for others is a polite way to help, so we hold the door for others.
6. We say sorry when we do something wrong.
When we make a mistake, saying sorry shows we care and want to make it right, so sorry fills the blank.
7. We follow rules at home too.
Homes have rules too, like bedtime or chores, so we follow rules at home as well.
8. We pick up our toys after playtime.
Once playtime is over, picking up our toys keeps the space safe and ready for next time, so toys is the right word.
9. We are friendly to new classmates.
Being friendly to new classmates makes them feel welcome, so friendly is the word that fits.
Part B: Matching
Match each item on the left to the correct answer on the right.
1. Match each item to its correct answer.
Share with others
→ Everyone gets a turn
Everyone gets a turn
Follow directions
→ Learn new things
Learn new things
Be on time
→ Show you are ready
Show you are ready
Use gentle hands
→ Keep friends safe
Keep friends safe
Sharing with others matches 'Everyone gets a turn' because sharing is how we make sure no one is left out. Following directions pairs with 'Learn new things' since directions show us the steps we need to learn. Being on time goes with 'Show you are ready' because arriving when class starts shows we are prepared. Using gentle hands pairs with 'Keep friends safe' because soft, careful hands do not hurt anyone.