uestion 1
A)In a collegial discussion, the conversation should(1 point)
Responses
be spread out and casual.
be spread out and casual.
be open and free of judgment.
be open and free of judgment.
involve people who all agree.
involve people who all agree.
have no time limit.
have no time limit.
Question 2
A)How should you listen in a collegial discussion?(1 point)
Responses
with your next thought in mind
with your next thought in mind
by changing the topic
by changing the topic
actively
actively
reluctantly
reluctantly
Question 3
A)How do great speeches usually begin?(1 point)
Responses
as long texts
as long texts
as someone else's idea
as someone else's idea
as class discussions
as class discussions
as written essays
as written essays
Question 4
A)The purpose of a speech about the role of drummers in the Revolutionary War is to share information. Which kind of sentences would you most expect to hear in this speech?(1 point)
Responses
imperative
imperative
exclamatory
exclamatory
interrogative
interrogative
declarative
declarative
Question 5
A)Why is it a good idea to keep track of the sources you use while investigating answers to your questions?(1 point)
Responses
so you can have more notes
so you can have more notes
so your arguments are clear
so your arguments are clear
so you can easily refer back to them
so you can easily refer back to them
so you can reread all the texts you cited
so you can reread all the texts you cited
Question 6
A)When is it appropriate to use informal language?(1 point)
Responses
when writing a letter to a friend
when writing a letter to a friend
when presenting to a class
when presenting to a class
when writing an informational text
when writing an informational text
when writing an email to an employer
when writing an email to an employer
Question 7
A)A comment on a topic during a collaborative discussion is called(1 point)
Responses
research.
research.
an attitude.
an attitude.
evidence
evidence
an observation
an observation
Question 8
A)How should you respond to diverse perspectives during a collaborative discussion?(1 point)
Responses
quietly
quietly
loudly
loudly
respectfully
respectfully
angrily
angrily
Question 9
A)During a collaborative discussion, which aspect of a claim can help you determine if the claim is reasonable?(1 point)
Responses
the language
the language
the argument
the argument
the evidence
the evidence
the tone
the tone
Question 10
A)All evidence for a claim should(1 point)
Responses
be the presenter's opinion.
be the presenter's opinion.
relate back to the argument.
relate back to the argument.
represent multiple sides.
represent multiple sides.
be from only one text.
be from only one text.
Question 11
A)Jamal wants to make sure he clearly communicates his thoughts and opinions in his next collaborative discussion. What are some ways he can do this? Select two answers.(1 point)
Responses
He should pronounce his words clearly.
He should pronounce his words clearly.
He should raise his voice so he can be heard above everyone.
He should raise his voice so he can be heard above everyone.
He should make eye contact with the audience.
He should make eye contact with the audience.
He should stand up when he wants to talk.
He should stand up when he wants to talk.
He should only read directly from his notes.
He should only read directly from his notes.
Question 12
A)In a debate, a student claims that too much time spent online has reduced people's attention spans. Which of the following could be evidence to support this claim?(1 point)
Responses
quotes from a blog essay that focus on how people are not paying attention to their surroundings anymore
quotes from a blog essay that focus on how people are not paying attention to their surroundings anymore
a summary of a book from 1998 that is on the topic of how people focus
a summary of a book from 1998 that is on the topic of how people focus
results from a scientific study done on human attention span over the course of the past two years
results from a scientific study done on human attention span over the course of the past two years
a description of the student’s own observations of people spending time online
a description of the student’s own observations of people spending time online
Question 13
A)Write 1-2 sentences describing what a collaborative discussion looks like and what happens when you share ideas in a collaborative discussion.(2 points)
Short Answer Rubric (2 points)
Points Awarded Criteria
2
The answer is very clear.
The answer is fully supported by details.
There may be a few errors in grammar, usage, or mechanics. Errors do not interfere with meaning.
1
The answer is somewhat clear.
Details are weak or not related.
There are some errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics. Errors interfere with meaning.
0
The question is not answered.
Question 14
A)Write 1-2 sentences explaining how speakers use their voice and language when giving a speech.(2 points)
Short Answer Rubric (2 points)
Points Awarded Criteria
2
The answer is very clear.
The answer is fully supported by details.
There may be a few errors in grammar, usage, or mechanics. Errors do not interfere with meaning.
1
The answer is somewhat clear.
Details are weak or not related.
There are some errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics. Errors interfere with meaning.
0
The question is not answered.
9 answers
Question 14: Speakers use their voice and language to effectively communicate their message, by using tone, pitch, volume, and pacing to convey emotions and engage the audience. They also choose their words carefully to clearly articulate their ideas and connect with the audience.
Question 1: In a collegial discussion, the conversation should be open and free of judgment.
Question 2: You should listen actively in a collegial discussion.
Question 3: Great speeches usually begin as written essays.
Question 4: The kind of sentences you would most expect to hear in a speech about the role of drummers in the Revolutionary War are declarative.
Question 5: It is a good idea to keep track of the sources you use while investigating answers to your questions so you can easily refer back to them.
Question 6: It is appropriate to use informal language when writing a letter to a friend.
Question 7: A comment on a topic during a collaborative discussion is called an observation.
Question 8: You should respond to diverse perspectives during a collaborative discussion respectfully.
Question 9: During a collaborative discussion, the evidence of a claim can help you determine if the claim is reasonable.
Question 10: All evidence for a claim should relate back to the argument.
Question 11: Jamal can clearly communicate his thoughts and opinions in his next collaborative discussion by pronouncing his words clearly and making eye contact with the audience.
Question 12: Evidence to support the claim that too much time spent online has reduced people's attention spans could be results from a scientific study done on human attention span over the course of the past two years and quotes from a blog essay that focus on how people are not paying attention to their surroundings anymore.
Question 13: In a collaborative discussion, participants share ideas and engage in open conversations. It typically involves respectful listening, diverse perspectives, and building on each other's thoughts to come to a common understanding.
Question 14: Speakers use their voice and language to effectively communicate their message, by using tone, pitch, volume, and pacing to convey emotions and engage the audience. They also choose their words carefully to clearly articulate their ideas and connect with the audience.
I hope these responses are helpful! If you have any more questions, feel free to ask.