Question

Read the scenario about a formal discussion.

Asha is planning to attend an important city council meeting about potential locations for a new public library. Several members of the city council will be in attendance, but community members are invited to participate as well. Asha wants to present her point of view about where the library should be built.

What can Asha do to prepare for this discussion? Select two options.

brainstorm arguments to counter any conflicting points of view
prepare notes summarizing her point of view and some facts to support it
visit the city council’s website to learn about city council meeting rules and protocol
create a list of other important neighborhood concerns to present for discussion during breaks
research building construction so she can also make suggestions about how to keep the project under budget

Answer 1

- Prepare notes summarizing her point of view and some facts to support it
- Visit the city council’s website to learn about city council meeting rules and protocol

These ensure she has clear, evidence-based remarks and follows the meeting’s procedures for speaking.