Grade 6 English: Speaking and Listening Skills

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What is active listening?
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Active listening is fully concentrating, understanding, responding, and remembering what is being said during a conversation.
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Why is eye contact important in speaking?
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Eye contact is important because it shows you are attentive, confident, and engaged with the person you are speaking to.
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How can you show that you are listening attentively?
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You can show attentive listening by nodding, making eye contact, asking questions, and giving feedback.
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What is the role of body language in communication?
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Body language helps convey emotions and attitudes, supporting or contradicting what you are saying verbally.
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What are some techniques to improve your speaking clarity?
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To improve speaking clarity, you should speak slowly, use clear and concise language, and articulate words properly.
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Name one strategy to handle speaking anxiety.
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One strategy is practicing deep breathing and positive visualization before speaking to reduce nerves.
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What is non-verbal communication, and why is it important?
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Non-verbal communication includes gestures, facial expressions, and body language which can reinforce or contradict verbal messages.
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How can you practice respectful listening?
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Practice respectful listening by not interrupting, waiting for your turn to speak, and considering the speaker’s perspective.
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What are filler words, and why should they be avoided in speech?
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Filler words like 'um', 'uh', and 'like' fill pauses but can make speech seem uncertain and less professional.
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Name two benefits of using visual aids in a presentation.
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Visual aids can help maintain audience interest and make complex information easier to understand.
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How can asking questions improve a conversation?
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Questions show interest, clarify understanding, and invite the speaker to share more information.
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What is tone of voice, and how can it affect communication?
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Tone of voice conveys emotions and attitudes, affecting how messages are perceived by listeners.
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How can group discussions improve speaking skills?
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Participating in group discussions can improve speaking skills by encouraging articulation and learning from peers.
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What is paraphrasing, and why is it useful in listening?
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Paraphrasing is restating what someone has said in your own words, which shows understanding and confirms information.
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Why should you avoid interrupting someone while they are speaking?
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Interrupting is considered rude and can disrupt the speaker’s flow, making them feel unheard.
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How can storytelling improve public speaking?
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Storytelling can make speeches more engaging, relatable, and memorable for the audience.
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What is feedback, and why is it crucial in conversations?
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Feedback is providing responses or opinions about what has been said, helping ensure understanding and improvement.
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Why is expressing gratitude beneficial in conversations?
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Expressing gratitude fosters positive relationships and shows appreciation for the interaction.
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What are some ways to organize ideas before speaking?
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You can organize ideas using outlines, bullet points, or mind maps to keep thoughts structured and clear.
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What is the importance of summarizing the main points in a discussion?
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Summarizing helps clarify the key messages, ensuring all participants have a common understanding of what was discussed.
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