Defusing Tension
10 Questions
0 Views

Defusing Tension

Created by
@ShinyGreen

Podcast Beta

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

Which tactic can defuse tension in a conversation before it becomes overheated?

  • Dismissing the other person's point of view
  • Interrupting the other person
  • Responding in a rational way without saying something rash or hurtful (correct)
  • Avoiding the conversation altogether

    • Finding common ground can help a conversation maintain its civility or bring a conversation back to a shared understanding. What is one way to find common ground?

  • Ignoring the other person's point of view
  • Agreeing with everything the other person says
  • Avoiding any controversial topics
  • Speaking specifically to a point the other person has made that you agree with (correct)

    • What should you do if a person in the conversation teaches you something?

  • Dismiss their knowledge
  • Avoid engaging in further conversation
  • Note any points that the person made in the conversation that taught you something (correct)
  • Ignore their point

    • Why is it important to stay calm in a conversation about controversial topics?

    <p>To prevent the conversation from becoming overheated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one broad topic that can be used to find common ground in a conversation?

    <p>Eliminating poverty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a recommended approach to maintaining a respectful and open conversation?

    <p>Judging and criticizing others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one potential consequence if students feel judged or afraid to express their opinions in a classroom discussion?

    <p>They will say what others want to hear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of asking genuine questions in a conversation?

    <p>To encourage open dialogue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for students to encounter opinions that are significantly different from their own?

    <p>To find common ground</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of a classroom discussion?

    <p>To exchange ideas freely</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Open
    Browser
    Browser