DM 101 Unit Comprehension Test

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This test in intended to assess your comprehension of the DM Training Unit, DM 101. Answer each of the following questions to the best of your ability, selecting the best answer(s) for each. Some questions allow for only one answer, while others allow you to select more than one.

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All of the following are part of an incident report EXCEPT... *

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Personal contact information of the person making the report.

Time, date, and location of incident, as well as when it was reported.

Signature of the DM making the report.

Details of the incident.

Names/description of the parties involved, as well as anyone involved in the official response.

What is the role of a TES DM? *

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To monitor and maintain a safe, orderly, and enjoyable playspace by facilitating scenes.

To strictly and immediately enforce all TES rules.

To police consent in the playspace.

To vet every scene in the playspace.

To remove anyone from the playspace who is being disruptive.

If you do need to interrupt a scene, what should be your primary means of doing so? *

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Gather the other DMs and surround the scene.

Verbally calling out to the players.

Flashing your flashlight or otherwise politely signalling for the top’s attention.

Step between the players to physically separate them.

Gently tap the top on the shoulder.

A guests wants to use a long single tail whip, but the playspace is extremely crowded and there is not enough room. What is the best way to address the situation? *

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Allow the scene to proceed anyway; other people will get out of the way if they know what is good for them.

Order other guests out of the way until there is enough room for the scene to proceed.

None of these.

Tell them “No, there is not enough room.”

Ask the guest to wait or come back at another time when the playspace is less crowded.

If an attendee harasses you or violates your consent while on-duty, you have the right to... (Select all that apply) *

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File an incident report

Tell them directly to stop

Call a supervisor or other staff to address it

Harass them back

Punch them

Required

While patrolling the playspace, a DM must be aware of… *

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Guests moving about the playspace.

All scenes taking place.

None of these.

People engaged in aftercare.

Only high-priority scenes.

Required

Which of the following comprise the ideal body language for a DM to use when conversing with guests? (Select all that apply) *

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Stand directly in front of them to convey they have your attention.

Attempt to match their level when possible.

Keep hands folded behind your back.

Maintain a firm, authoritative posture,

Look at their face, but not directly into their eyes, when speaking with them.

Required

In an emergency, a DM’s FIRST responsibility is to… *

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Clear the room.

Call for help.

Remain calm.

Tell others what to do.

Assess the situation.

True or false, a DM may converse in a friendly manner with guests while on duty. *

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True

False

There is a non-human animal in the play space. You are unsure if it is an ADA-certified Service Animal. Which of the following is an acceptable action? *

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Play with it

Ask the handler for proof of certification

Insist the handler and animal leave

Ask a supervisor for help

Pet it

Other:

Which of the following does NOT require an incident report? *

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Any reported consent violation.

Any scene requiring DM intervention to halt the scene.

Any serious injury that occurs in the play space, especially those requiring outside first aid or medical intervention.

Any incidence of a safeword/signal being used.

Any incident involving intervention by event security, senior event staff, a TES Board Member, or law enforcement.

When ending a conversation, which of the following is a potentially ambiguous sentence that a guest with linguistic, cultural, or neurological differences may not understand? *

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“I really need to focus right now, is there anything that you need from me right now?”

“Thanks for stopping by and talking. I’m going to back to patrolling the playspace. Have a good time!”

"Excuse me, I’m on duty and need to go over there.”

“It’s been nice talking with you, but I’m on duty and I need to focus on my job.”

"Sorry, I need to go deal with something, but let me introduce you to my fellow DM and leave you in their capable hands."

Which of the following are appropriate ways to submit an incident report? (Select all that apply) *

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By hand-written note given to a DM Captain or other supervisor

By verbal report to a DM Captain or other supervisor

By voice message to the official DM Reporting Mailbox

By filling out an official DM Incident Report Form (paper or online)

By email to a DM Captain or other supervisor

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True or false, a DM may leave their assigned area unattended for up to, but no more than, 5 minutes (e.g. to use the restroom). *

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True

False

Which of the following describes the purpose of an incident report? (Select all that apply) *

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Provides public notice when an incident has occurred.

Serves as an entry in the offender's disciplinary file.

None of these.

Provides a formal written record of what occurred, when, and who was involved.

Provides the primary record if the incident requires further action.

Required

Arriving for a DM shift ready to work includes which of the following? (Select all that apply) *

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None of these

Rested and fed

Proper attire, such as closed-toed shoes

Normal headspace

With all appropriate supplies (vest, flashlight, safety shears, etc)

Required

Which of the following are ways that a DM can act as a facilitator? (Select all that apply) *

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Helping to keep onlookers to the scene a safe and respectful distance back.

Making sure that guests have access to the appropriate space and equipment for their scenes.

Referring guests to posted rules.

Answering questions prior to the beginning of their scenes.

None of these.

Required

A scene is taking place that is in violation of playspace rules, but does not pose a significant undue risk to the players or anyone else. What is the best way to address the situation? *

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Interrupt the scene to issue a stern warning. They may proceed only once they fix the problem.

Monitor the scene to ensure things don’t escalate and politely address the players when they finish. Explain the problem and offer ways to avoid the problem in the future.

Let it go. It’s not worth causing a conflict.

Watch the scene closely and scold the players when they finish. If they argue, call security.

Stop the scene immediately. They’re breaking the rules.

Which of the following does NOT describe the correct way to monitor scenes? *

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Watch from the same respectful distance as other spectators.

Make eye contact with the players so as to non-verbally check in.

Walk by, but do not linger longer than necessary to access the situation.

Maintain a relaxed, calming posture.

Check on each scene in the space according to its priority level, checking back in as needed, but careful not to interrupt unless absolutely necessary.

When should a DM intervene in a scene? (Select all that apply) *

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The scene is expressly forbidden by the rules, is happening outside of a designated area for such play, or has not met the vetting requirements outlined for that type of play in the rules.

The scene poses an immediate threat to life, venue property, or the physical well being of guests outside the scene.

None of these.

Whenever any playspace rule is violated.

“Red” is called, and the players do not stop on their own.

Required

Which of the following are NOT acceptable ways for a DM to respond to a conflict with an uncooperative or agitated guest? (Select all that apply) *

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By calling on the support of another DM or supervisor.

By remaining calm and attempting to de-escalate the situation.

None of these.

By raising your voice until the guest complies.

Ejecting the guest by force.

Required

Which of the following BEST describes the manner in which a DM should approach interacting with guests? *

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All business

Firm and authoratative

Warm and welcoming

Informative and presentational

Friendly, but professional

True or false, all scenes demand equal attention from the DMs. *

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True

False

In order to be considered on-time for their shift, a DM must arrive… *

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At any point within their assigned shift.

15 minutes or more before the start of their shift.

5-10 minutes before the start of their shift.

Right at the start of their shift.

Within 10 minutes of the beginning of their assigned shift.

Other:

All DMs are responsible for knowing all of the following, except which? *

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How to vet any and all types of play allowed under the playspace rules.

The location of areas set aside for specialized play.

All playspace rules.

What playspace equipment is designed to do and how it can be used.

The location of supplies stationed within the playspace.

True or false, a DM may solicit play while on duty. *

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True

False

Which of the following is the primary responsibility of a DM? *

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Situational awareness

Scene vetting

Knowing how to use equipment

Facilitation

Incident reporting

True or false, as a DM you have he same rights to agency and safety as every other attendee. *

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True

False

A guest disagrees with a DM ruling. How should this situation be handled? *

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Inform them that all DM decisions are final.

Remove them from the playspace.

Offer other solutions to the problem.

Direct them to speak to a DM Captain or other supervisor.

Suggest they visit one of the many other playspaces in the tri-state area.

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