Read each situation below and complete the items that follow by writing E next to each activity that is effective and N next to each activity that is NOT effective.

Question

In Sasha’s interpersonal communication class, participation in class discussions counts for part of his grade. Sasha is expected to make an oral presentation on a topic of his choice, and he must take part in a group activity on an assigned subject. Although he is nervous about public speaking, he is excited about his chosen topic, which is international adoption. He plans to use his personal experience as part of his presentation.

1. Sasha offers to lead a group and chooses energetic classmates to be in his group.

2. For the group activity, Sasha assigns the task of presenting the group’s report to the most outgoing and organized group member.

3. Sasha is so nervous about public speaking that he decides not to practice his presentation before he has to deliver it.

4. Sasha engages his audience by beginning his presentation with a description of his own adoption as a child.

Answer 1

1. E
2. E
3. N
4. E