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Which is an example of a visual aid in an oral presentation of a group essay?

A
Each group member dances to the stage when it is time to read their paragraph.
B
Julie emphasizes the point in her part of the presentation by speaking in a whisper.
C
The presentation begins with a photo collage highlighting their key points.
D
The group decides to use a fancy font and bolded headings in the final essay.
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Read the scenario. Spencer's group is creating a presentation on Mozart. They plan to convince students in their music class that Mozart was one of the greatest composers in history. Which would be the most effective hook?

A
telling the audience the name of Mozart's most popular musical scores
B
showing the audience a graph that compares the popularity of Mozart to other classical composers
C
playing a clip of a modern band playing a version of a famous Mozart symphony
D
sharing a podcast clip that introduces classical music instruments and the sounds they make
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Which statement shows a student trying to express their ideas more clearly?

A
"I would rather edit after I get everyone's feedback."
B
"I can see that none of you agree with me."
C
"Tara's idea is much better, so let's go with it."
D
"Let me give a different example."
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Read the scenario. A group of students meets to plan and write an essay together, but they make little progress because of disagreements. Which question should they ask to have a more successful collaboration going forward?

A
Can we get different people in our group?
B
Can we get someone neutral to help us find middle ground?
C
Can we get a deadline extension since we haven't made progress?
D
Can Marley just finish writing this for us?
5

Which statement most clearly shows that Tim is listening carefully?

A
"Yolanda, can you write down what Ira just said, so we don't forget it?"
B
"Since Ira and Yolanda both want to write the intro, why don't they work on it together?"
C
"Ira, you should be working on the intro, not trying to improve Yolanda's paragraph."
D
"Ira, I love that example; it fits well with what Yolanda said at the beginning."
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Which example best shows students being willing to compromise in a group presentation?

A
Each student produces one idea to make the presentation more interesting.
B
Each student is responsible for writing one section of the presentation.
C
Two students have a similar idea for an introduction and work together to create it.
D
Two students agree to remove a few of their slides to shorten their group's presentation.
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Read the scenario. Howie explains his interpretation of the figurative language used in the story his group is writing an essay about. When he finishes talking, no one responds. Which question should Howie ask to help the group have a successful collaboration?

A
"Should someone be taking notes?”
B
"Do I need to explain my thoughts in a different way?”
C
"Should we ask Mr. Wu if I'm right?"
D
"OK, if you don't like my interpretation, what's yours?”
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Read the statement. "Joyce, your introduction really captures my attention and makes me want to read more." Which best describes the collaboration technique the student is using?

A
being willing to compromise
B
connecting their own ideas to others
C
sharing responsibility
D
recognizing individual contributions
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Which is the first step to take when beginning a group writing assignment?

A
establish deadlines
B
determine which tone to use
C
develop a thesis
D
consider who will be the audience

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