Question

which scenarios are examples of students using effective presentation skills in a student council meeting? select two options.
□ mark always agrees with the opinions of the other student council members.
□ nakisha mentions another student’s point of view to help explain her own perspective.
□ kara stays on task, making sure she ignores questions that have already been answered in the discussion.
□ samir brings notes to the meeting so he can persuade council members by supporting his opinions with facts.
□ casey always contributes to the conversation, interrupting others when he has a relevant opinion.

Explanation:

• Mark's behavior is ineffective: agreeing with everyone avoids critical thinking and meaningful contribution.
• Nakisha's behavior is effective: linking her perspective to a peer's builds collaboration and clarity.
• Kara's behavior is ineffective: ignoring valid questions dismisses others and harms discussion.
• Samir's behavior is effective: using factual notes to persuade is a structured, credible communication skill.
• Casey's behavior is ineffective: interrupting others is disrespectful and disrupts conversation flow.

Answer:

B. Nakisha mentions another student's point of view to help explain her own perspective.
C. Samir brings notes to the meeting so he can persuade council members by supporting his opinions with facts.