Question

Issa is struggling with her research paper and brings a rough draft to her teacher. Her teacher starts to point out where Issa could make improvements. Issa’s first response is to defend her paper. Should she do this? (1 point) Responses No, but that is a normal reaction. No, but that is a normal reaction. No, she should say as little as possible. No, she should say as little as possible. Yes, the teacher is probably being unfair. Yes, the teacher is probably being unfair. Yes, she is there to defend her paper and now is the time.

Answer 1

No, but that is a normal reaction. It's common to feel defensive about one's work, but it's more beneficial for Issa to listen to her teacher's feedback and consider how she can improve her paper.