Analyzing Tone and Identifying Central Ideas: Chief Joseph's speech "An Indian's View of Indian Affairs"

Question 1

How does Jamelle demonstrate appropriate behavior for participating in a formal discussion? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B: He came prepared to speak about the topic.; D: He speaks using appropriate tone and grammar.; E: He remained focused on the goals of the discussion.

Question 2

In which ways does the moderator demonstrate appropriate behavior? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: He speaks in a respectful tone.; D: He states the agenda to focus the discussion.; E: He calls on participants to keep the discussion on task.

Question 3

How could Sarah adjust her behavior to be more appropriate for a formal discussion? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

C: She should use more respectful language.; D: She should support her opinion with evidence.; E: She should wait to be acknowledged before speaking.

Question 4

Which would be an appropriate next step for the moderator?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B: to acknowledge Sarah and allow her to speak

Question 5

How does Jake affect the formal discussion?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

D: He asks the speaker a question to elaborate on the information being provided.

Question 6

A group has been assigned a formal discussion to answer the question "How does pollution affect the oceans?”Which text would be most helpful for finding facts on the topic?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

D: an informational article about plastics in the ocean

Question 7

How does Sarah voice her concern?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

C: She justifies her opinion with facts based on prior research.

Question 8

How does Katelynn contribute to the conversation? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

C: She works collaboratively with other participants.; E: She offers an idea that helps move the conversation toward a goal.

Question 9

Before the discussion, the group agreed upon a rule that participants must be respectful to each other. In which ways was Jamelle successful at being respectful? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: He raised his hand before speaking.; C: He acknowledged another speaker’s idea.

Question 10

Write a short paragraph about preparing for a formal discussion. Explain how you would prepare for discussing the topic of cleaning a local park.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

I would prepare by researching when we could clean the park. I would also find out how many people would be willing to volunteer to clean the park. I would suggest a day that works for the people at the park as well as for the majority of the volunteers. I would come to the discussion with notes. I would be ready to contribute my ideas and support my opinions with facts. I would also be ready to listen to what other participants had to contribute.

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