Practice Debate and Discussion Skills: Engaging Constructively - 8.2 | Module 8: Performance, Reflection, and Independent Inquiry | IB 8 English
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Debate and Discussion Skills: Engaging Constructively

8.2 - Debate and Discussion Skills: Engaging Constructively

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is active listening?

💡 Hint: Think about ways to show you are listening.

Question 2 Easy

Give an example of a respectful disagreement phrase.

💡 Hint: Consider how to express differing views politely.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the main purpose of active listening?

To respond quickly
To understand the speaker
To agree with everything

💡 Hint: Think about what it means to be attentive.

Question 2

True or False: Respectful disagreement negates the value of differing opinions.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider what respectful dialogue aims to achieve.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Imagine you are in a heated debate where two sides drastically disagree. What strategies can you use to calm the discussion and encourage constructive dialogue?

💡 Hint: Consider techniques that can de-escalate tension.

Challenge 2 Hard

You are tasked with leading a discussion group where members often dominate speaking time. How would you ensure that all voices are heard and valued?

💡 Hint: Think about setting rules for speaking in a group.

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