What Would You Do? Autism Scenario Challenge

January 22, 2025

Updated on January 22, 2025

Welcome to the “What Would You Do? Autism Scenario Challenge”! 💡

Ever wondered how you’d handle real-life situations involving individuals with autism? This quiz is your chance to find out! Whether you’re a parent, teacher, friend, or just someone who wants to be more understanding, this challenge will test your empathy, patience, and quick thinking.

1. A child with autism in a grocery store begins to cry loudly due to sensory overload. What would you do?

a) Offer the child a distraction, like a quiet toy or snack.

b) Suggest to the parent that they leave the store immediately.

c) Ignore the situation entirely.

d) Stare at the child and parent until the noise stops.

2. During a group activity, an autistic participant doesn’t respond to your question. How do you handle this?

a) Repeat the question in a slower, clearer manner.

b) Skip them and move to the next person.

c) Ask someone else to interpret what they might be feeling.

d) Wait patiently and give them time to answer.

3. You notice an autistic coworker wearing noise-canceling headphones in the office. What do you do?

a) Respect their need for quiet and avoid unnecessary noise near them.

b) Ask them to remove the headphones for team spirit.

c) Make a joke about their sensitivity to sound.

d) Complain to HR about their “special treatment.”

4. A friend with autism prefers a predictable routine but invites you to hang out. What do you suggest?

a) Plan an activity within their comfort zone and stick to the agreed schedule.

b) Insist they try something completely new to push their boundaries.

c) Decide everything yourself without consulting them.

d) Cancel plans last minute without explanation.

5. A child with autism in a classroom becomes fixated on a specific topic and interrupts the lesson. How do you respond?

a) Gently acknowledge their interest and redirect back to the lesson.

b) Ignore them completely and continue teaching.

c) Scold them for disrupting the class.

d) Allow them to talk for as long as they want about their topic.

6. You’re hosting a party and someone with autism says they’re overwhelmed. What’s your next move?

a) Offer them a quiet space to retreat and relax.

b) Ask them to leave if they can’t handle the environment.

c) Turn off the music and dim the lights for everyone.

d) Try to “toughen them up” by encouraging them to stay.

7. An autistic person you know avoids making eye contact. How do you interpret this?

a) Understand that eye contact may be uncomfortable for them and it’s okay.

b) Assume they’re being disrespectful.

c) Insist that they look at you while speaking.

d) Avoid talking to them altogether.

8. During a conversation, an autistic individual talks extensively about a favorite subject. What’s your response?

a) Listen attentively and engage with them about the topic.

b) Interrupt and change the subject to something else.

c) Pretend to listen but show visible disinterest.

d) Walk away mid-conversation.

9. A parent of an autistic child tells you about their struggles. What do you say?

a) Offer empathy and ask how you can support them.

b) Suggest parenting advice without fully understanding the situation.

c) Say it’s just a phase and they’ll grow out of it.

d) Dismiss their concerns, saying, “It could be worse.”

10. You see an autistic teenager being bullied at school. How do you react?

a) Intervene and report the incident to the appropriate authorities.

b) Ignore it to avoid getting involved.

c) Laugh along with the bullies to fit in.

d) Approach the teenager later and tell them to “stand up for themselves.”

What Would You Do? Autism Scenario Challenge

The Empathy Expert 🧡

You’re the friend everyone wishes they had! You instinctively know how to handle tricky situations with kindness, patience, and understanding. You’re basically the superhero of social interactions with autistic individuals. Keep rocking that cape and making the world a better place, one thoughtful action at a time. Gold star for you! 🌟

The Compassionate Learner 🌱

You’re on the right track! You care and want to do the right thing but might be missing a few pro tips along the way. No worries—you’re curious and open to learning, and that’s what matters most. Keep asking questions, learning from experiences, and soon, you’ll be a top-tier autism ally. You’ve got this! 🙌

The Accidental Bystander 🤷‍♂️

It’s not that you don’t care—you just might not realize how your actions (or inactions) come across. Think of this as your wake-up call! With a little effort and awareness, you can level up your empathy game and become a true advocate for those who need it. Time to swap “oops” for “awesome”! 💡

The Clueless Rookie 🚧

Hey, no sugar-coating here—you’ve got some work to do. But don’t sweat it; we all start somewhere! The important thing is recognizing the need to grow and stepping up. Learn, listen, and practice kindness. With a little effort, you’ll go from rookie to rockstar in no time. Start small, and soon, you’ll be making a big difference. You’ve got potential! 💪

Get ready to step into different scenarios, make decisions, and see where you stand on the path to being an autism ally. Don’t worry—this is a judgment-free zone! At the end, you’ll get a personalized result that’s equal parts fun and insightful.

So, are you ready to put your kindness and problem-solving skills to the test?

This 10-question quiz is designed to:

Test your understanding of autism in everyday scenarios.
Offer a fun yet meaningful way to reflect on your actions and reactions.
Help you learn how to better support autistic individuals in real life.

Each question presents a common situation you might encounter. Your answers will reveal your current approach and guide you toward being a more inclusive and supportive friend, coworker, or community member.

At the end of the quiz, you’ll get a result that’s not only entertaining but packed with actionable insights to help you grow. Whether you’re an empathy expert or just starting to learn, there’s always room to level up your kindness game.

What Would You Do? Autism Scenario Challenge

1. A child with autism in a grocery store begins to cry loudly due to sensory overload. What would you do?

2. During a group activity, an autistic participant doesn’t respond to your question. How do you handle this?

3. You notice an autistic coworker wearing noise-canceling headphones in the office. What do you do?

4. A friend with autism prefers a predictable routine but invites you to hang out. What do you suggest?

5. A child with autism in a classroom becomes fixated on a specific topic and interrupts the lesson. How do you respond?

6. You’re hosting a party and someone with autism says they’re overwhelmed. What’s your next move?

7. An autistic person you know avoids making eye contact. How do you interpret this?

8. During a conversation, an autistic individual talks extensively about a favorite subject. What’s your response?

9. A parent of an autistic child tells you about their struggles. What do you say?

10. You see an autistic teenager being bullied at school. How do you react?

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1. A child with autism in a grocery store begins to cry loudly due to sensory overload. What would you do?

2. During a group activity, an autistic participant doesn’t respond to your question. How do you handle this?

3. You notice an autistic coworker wearing noise-canceling headphones in the office. What do you do?

4. A friend with autism prefers a predictable routine but invites you to hang out. What do you suggest?

5. A child with autism in a classroom becomes fixated on a specific topic and interrupts the lesson. How do you respond?

6. You’re hosting a party and someone with autism says they’re overwhelmed. What’s your next move?

7. An autistic person you know avoids making eye contact. How do you interpret this?

8. During a conversation, an autistic individual talks extensively about a favorite subject. What’s your response?

9. A parent of an autistic child tells you about their struggles. What do you say?

10. You see an autistic teenager being bullied at school. How do you react?

About The Author

John Hookway

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