Speaking and Listening: Effective Group Discussions
Question 4 • AZ-English Language Arts 9 B
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.
Answer
A
Sean is not an effective speaker because he is disrespectful of others.
B
Sean is not an effective speaker because he does not answer questions.
C
Sean is a very effective speaker because he is passionate about the topic.
D
Sean is a very effective speaker because he defends a local resource.
Explanation
An effective speaker should communicate respectfully and give others a chance to participate. Sean’s strong feelings about protecting Pinetop Lake may show passion, but frequently interrupting his classmates is disrespectful and weakens his effectiveness. The best answer is that Sean is not an effective speaker because he is disrespectful of others.
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