Speaking and Listening: Effective Group Discussions — Quiz
Question 8 • 191 CR ELA 9
Sean and his classmates are discussing natural resources in the community. Sean feels strongly that Pinetop Lake is a local treasure that should be protected from pollution and traffic. He uses forceful language and frequently interrupts others to make his point. Which best describes what kind of speaker Sean is?
Answer
A
Sean is not an effective speaker because he does not answer questions.
B
Sean is a very effective speaker because he is passionate about the topic.
C
Sean is not an effective speaker because he is disrespectful of others.
D
Sean is a very effective speaker because he defends a local resource.
Explanation
An effective speaker shares ideas respectfully and allows others a chance to speak. Sean’s strong feelings about protecting Pinetop Lake may show that he cares about the topic, but frequently interrupting classmates is disrespectful and makes discussion less effective. Choice B best describes his behavior.
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