Research Workshop: Writing and Presenting the Argumentative Essay, Part 1 — Cumulative exam Answers
It is important for your group to _____________ evaluate all of the options.
How can your personal listening style impact your communication?
Your personal listening style will dictate what types of communication you seek out and attend to. It may also influence the subjects you choose to communicate about.
__________________ are body language used to accent or contradict a speaker's message.
Victor has been given the assignment to deliver a 5-7 minute speech on the topic of “The Right to Vote” to his ninth grade US Government class. Give him 3 or 4 pointers on how to narrow his topic and decide on a purpose (whether to persuade or inform).
Answers will vary but should include several of the following pointers: - Be sure your topic is important and appropriate - Narrow your topic by conducting a survey, viewing news items, brainstorming, or searching encyclopedias, dictionaries, websites, etc. - Limit your topic by asking questions about it, drawing a tree diagram, or searching library directories - decide on a purpose by asking whether he wants to influence what the class believes or does (persuasive) or whether he wants to inform or teach the class something (informative) - decide on a specific purpose by relating it back to the narrow topic
Write a brief dialogue that reflects how women generally prefer to communicate.
Answers will vary, but should reflect the principles of: nonverbal messages and value feelings.
Which of the “Effective Listening Strategies” do you need to improve on? What steps will you take to improve?
Answers will vary but should refer specifically to one of the 5 “Effective Listening Strategies” and should describe specific steps the student can/will take to improve.
A formal presentation can lead to miscommunication when:
Your teacher has asked you and your group to solve the problem of tardiness in your class. What steps will you and your group will take to solve this problem?
First, our group will define the tardiness problem and gather information about how often it happens and what may be causing it. We will brainstorm possible solutions, such as reminders, a class-wide goal, or a plan to help students prepare before class. We will evaluate the ideas objectively, agree on a realistic solution, and decide who will do each task. After trying the plan, we will check whether tardiness has decreased and adjust the plan if needed.
Which of the following is an example of using nonverbal communication to complement verbal communication?
Which of the following is part of generating creative solutions?
Which of the following is an example of gender biased language?
What steps can you take to overcome barriers created by different communication codes?
Answers will vary but could include things such as; learning a new language, trying to learn key phrases in new languages, become familiar with different nonverbal communication norms or relying on an interpreter.
Performers typically stand in the wings __________________ just prior to going on stage. This helps them to think more clearly and settle their nerves.
Which of the following words best describes the emotional state depicted in the drawing?
Write a summary of the communication differences between men and women.
Summaries should include an explanation of the differences in why, how and what men and women communicate.
List and define the five essentials of conversation. In your opinion which essential is the most important for creating a successful conversation? Explain your opinion.
Student answers should include the following but exact wording may vary. 1. Opening - way to start a conversation 2. Feedforward - the conversation topic and timeline are introduced 3. Business - the heart/purpose of the conversation 4. Feedback - understanding is communicated 5. Closing - the way the conversation is finished Opinions of the most important stage will vary, but should include a well-thought out explanation.
Which principles of effective communication would be especially important when you are communicating with someone whose primary language is different than your own? Why?
I would adapt my message by using clear, simple language and avoiding slang, idioms, and sarcasm. I would listen carefully, speak at a reasonable pace, use supportive nonverbal communication, and ask questions or have the person explain the message back to me to confirm understanding. These principles help prevent misunderstandings and show respect for the other person’s language and culture.
Describe a situation in which you would have to make extra effort to listen to someone talking.
I would have to make extra effort to listen to a classmate speaking in a crowded, noisy cafeteria. I would need to focus on their words and tune out the surrounding conversations.
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