Writer's Choice Grade 6

Unit 25: Listening and Speaking

Fill in the Blank

Using the word list below, select the correct word to finish the phrase.

Word List
  
distractions
eye
focused
mirror
order
pace
pause
points
purpose
visual

1.

When listening, try to eliminate any .
2.

Keeping your eyes on the speaker will help you stay on important points.
3.

Have a/an for listening.
4.

When giving directions, give each step in the in which it’s done.
5.

In small-group discussions, consider your classmates’ as well as your own perspective.
6.

When speaking, you should for a few seconds after making an important point.
7.

Make contact with each person in your audience.
8.

Help your audience picture what you’re talking about by using aids.
9.

Tell a slow-moving story slowly and a fast-moving story at a fast .
10.

Practice your speech or story in front of a/an .
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