6. Speaking and Listening

Discussion Skills — Quiz

Test your understanding of discussion skills with 5 practice questions.

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Practice Questions

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of establishing discussion norms before beginning a seminar?

Question 2

Which of the following is the best clarifying question when a peer states, 'I find the protagonist’s actions contradictory'?

Question 3

What effect does paraphrasing a peer’s point have in a seminar discussion?

Question 4

What is the main benefit of using specific textual evidence during a discussion?

Question 5

Which phrase best encourages quieter members to contribute to the seminar?
Discussion Skills Quiz — High School English | A-Warded