Discussion Skills Quiz

What should you do to show that you are listening actively during a class discussion?

• Interrupt the speaker

• Look away from the speaker

• Nod and make eye contact

• Start a new topic

How should you express disagreement during a discussion?

• Use disrespectful language

• Disagree with ideas, not people

• Raise your voice

• Ignore the speaker

What is the purpose of raising your hand in a discussion?

• To interrupt the speaker

• To contribute to the discussion

• To change the topic

• To leave the room

Why is it important to stay on topic during a discussion?

• To confuse others

• To ensure everyone has a chance to share

• To keep the discussion relevant

• To make the discussion longer

What should you do to encourage others in a discussion?

• Criticize their ideas

• Ignore their comments

• Use supportive phrases

• Talk over them

What does it mean to be open-minded in a discussion?

• Only listen to your own ideas

• Be willing to listen to different perspectives

• Agree with everyone

• Avoid sharing your thoughts

How can you support your statements in a discussion?

• By making up facts

• By using examples and facts

• By ignoring questions

• By speaking louder

What is the benefit of keeping contributions brief in a discussion?

• It allows more time for others to respond

• It makes the discussion less informative

• It confuses the listeners

• It shows you are not interested

Why should you avoid interrupting others during a discussion?

• It shows you are not paying attention

• It can be disruptive and disrespectful

• It makes the discussion more exciting

• It helps you speak more

What should you do at the end of a discussion?

• Start a new topic immediately

• Reflect and summarize key points

• Leave the room quickly

• Ignore what was said