For each of the scripts below, explain what the consistent attributes are. In other words, what are the features of each of these situations that usually are present, no matter who is involved?

Going on a first date

Checking in at a hotel

Attending a child's birthday party

Doing laundry

List at least three examples of scripts that you regularly use.

Can you think of a time where a script that you typically use was actually not right for that particular situation?

What made you realize that you were using the wrong script, and why was your script wrong?

What are some scripts that vary by culture? Are there any scripts that you think are fairly universal?