🎤 Speaking, Listening & Research: Discussion Cards (Grade 11)

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Cut out the cards. Discuss in a small group. Follow the rules for discussion.

What was the most important idea in "The Declaration of Independence"? Why?

Do you agree with the main point of "Should College Be Free?"? Explain.

Which character in "The Inheritance of Silence" changed the most? How?

What questions do you still have about "The Economics of Attention"?

What evidence best supports your opinion?

How does another person’s idea change your thinking?

Talk stems: I agree with ___ because… · I respectfully disagree because… · Can you explain…? · Building on ___’s idea…

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Grade 11 (ages 16–17)Speaking & listeningFree printable PDF

About this grade 11 worksheet

Free Grade 11 English worksheet (Common Core SL.11-12.1): hold a collaborative discussion using question cards and talk stems. Skill: Discussion, presentation and research. Level: Grade 11 — also suits Year 12 (UK).

For teachers: skills & standards

CCSS SL.11-12.1: Discussion, presentation and research
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It is designed for Grade 11 (ages 16–17), but use it with any child who is ready.

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Discussion, presentation and research.

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More “Speaking, Listening & Research” printables (sl.11-12.1–4 & w.11-12.7–8: discussion, presentation and research)

Speaking, Listening & Research: Presentation Planner (Grade 11) · Speaking, Listening & Research: Research Planner (Grade 11) · Speaking, Listening & Research: Taking Notes & Paraphrasing (Grade 11) · Speaking, Listening & Research: Evaluating Sources (Grade 11)

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