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Speaking and Listening: Planning a Multimedia Presentation Answers

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Consider this image.

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Here is a pile of trash washing up on a beach; it is an unattractive sight.
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Billions of pounds of plastic trash litter the world’s oceans and beaches.
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When people travel to the beach for vacation, they often encounter trash.
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Trash consists of many plastic items, including plastic milk and water bottles.
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Which image is the best choice for convincing high school students to plant a tree on Earth Day?

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A pair of adult hands holding a child's hands holding a small seedling.
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A small boy planting seeds in a garden.
Option B
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Two teenagers planting a small tree.
Option C
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A young woman posed behind bushes.
Option D
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Read this source of information.(1) American youth have school commitments and extracurricular activities. (2) Many also enjoy leisure activities, such as reading and playing video games. (3) The US Department of Agriculture recommends that young people ages 6–17 should engage in 60 minutes of physical activity each day. (4) The specific amount of activity needed for a healthy lifestyle depends on daily caloric intake.

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Consider this image.

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as an informative tool outlining the timeline for voting in a class election
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as a persuasive device encouraging students to vote in a school election
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as an informative tool comparing the candidates in a school election
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as a persuasive device demanding students research the issues in an election
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Consider this image.

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an informative presentation about the rules of chess
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a persuasive presentation about joining chess club
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an informative presentation about the history of chess
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a persuasive presentation about the world’s best chess player
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It seems like every day in class teachers say, “Get out your textbook.”
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Frederick Douglas once said, “Once you learn to read, you will be forever free.”
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A person’s ability to read impacts his success in every academic area.
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Strengthening reading skills in elementary school will improve all test scores.
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Which of these sources provide reliable information for research? Check all that apply.personal blog.gov website.com advertisementscholarly articlebook written by an expert

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personal blog
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scholarly article
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book written by an expert
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Consider this image.

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an informative presentation about how to read food labels
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a persuasive presentation about the importance of healthy food choices
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a persuasive presentation about the superiority of organic food
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an informative presentation about the US Food and Drug Administration
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Which statement describes an effective use of notes in a presentation?

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Notes should be read word for word during an oral presentation.
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Notes should include reminders about eye contact and gesturing.
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Notes should be easy to follow to maintain the speaker’s train of thought.
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Notes should include all answers to potential questions from the audience.
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Fine arts classes fit the school schedule, meeting three to five times per week.
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Fine arts classes hone observational skills that foster academic success.
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Participants in fine arts classes must also fulfill their academic requirements.
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Participants in fine arts classes meet with their peers and a certified instructor.
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Which image is the best choice for persuading young adults to wear bicycle helmets?

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A page with four sketches of a bike helmet.
Option A
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A page with four sketches of a bike helmet.
Option B
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Graphics of bike riding necessities such as a bike, water bottle, helmet, gloves and eyewear.
Option C
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A young couple riding bikes.
Option D
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Consider this image.

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This man is texting while driving and may not see obstacles in his path.
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Many states have passed laws that prohibit texting and driving.
D
Distractions are dangerous; don’t text and drive.
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It is time for you to stop and think!
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Which sentence provides the best hook for a presentation about energy conservation?

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Every American household should strive to reduce energy consumption.
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Would you be willing to flip a switch to preserve energy for future generations?
C
Turn off lights, unplug toasters, and power down electronics before leaving.
D
Do you know who is often credited with the invention of the light bulb?
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by including reasons and evidence
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by including a claim and counterclaim
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by including statistics and relevant facts
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by including research and a bibliography
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Read this prompt.Create a multimedia presentation about mandatory community service hours as a graduation requirement. Research a variety of sources and create visual aids to accompany your spoken presentation.

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Some students enjoy serving senior citizens of the community at local retirement homes.
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I bet our county will add community service hours on top of all the other useless graduation requirements.
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Many school systems encourage high school students to perform community service hours.
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Community service requirements are beneficial, nurturing young people’s interests and civic consciences.
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Read this prompt.Create a presentation to convince the Hanover County School Board members that the county should add a fall break to next year’s school schedule, creating a week-long respite in October.

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family
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classmates
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business owners
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leaders
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Body language allows a presenter to pace in front of the audience to release tension.
B
Body language allows a presenter to slouch casually at the podium to establish a rapport with the audience.
B
Body language allows a presenter to gesture with zeal to entertain and amuse the audience.
B
Body language allows a presenter to interact with visuals and convey enthusiasm for the topic.
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Consider this claim.Parents who speak more than one language should expose their children to multiple languages in early childhood.Which statement provides the best support for this claim?

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Bilingual students exhibit better problem-solving skills than peers who speak only one language.
B
Many elementary schools offer exposure to foreign languages and cultures in a club format.
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The biggest challenge of learning foreign languages is the conjugation of irregular verbs.
D
Foreign-language students may consider careers as interpreters or US diplomats.
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Which statements describe effective formatting of visual aids? Check all that apply.The text uses every available font.The text is legible and easy to read.The headings and bulleted lists organize information.The images serve as humorous, irrelevant distractions.The most important information is displayed visually.

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The text uses every available font.
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The text is legible and easy to read.
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The headings and bulleted lists organize information.
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The images serve as humorous, irrelevant distractions.
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The most important information is displayed visually.
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Read this source of information.(1) Drivers must remain alert at all times, scanning the roadway for potential changes and dangers. (2) Many activities distract drivers, such as eating, drinking, and changing the radio station. (3) Conversations with other car occupants and text conversations are common distractions.(4) Some studies suggest that texting doubles a driver’s reaction time to roadway hazards.

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