Academic Discussions in English Quizzes & Respuestas – Coursera

Embark on a journey of intellectual exchange and académico debate with our carefully designed cuestionarios y detallado respuestas en Academic Discussions in English. Explore the nuances of académico comunicación, hone your language skills and deepen your knowledge of how to hold meaningful conversations in an academic setting.

These quizzes are designed to sharpen your ability to express ideas effectively, engage in constructive discussions and improve your overall competence in académico Inglés. Whether you are a student seeking to improve your académico communication skills or a teacher looking to enrich your classroom interactions, this collection provides a valuable resource to enhance your conversational skills.

Examen 01: Discussions Practice Quiz

Q1. Verdadero o falso?

The best academic discussion is where the smartest and most experienced person in the group shares his/her knowledge and the group members ask relevant questions.

• Cierto
• Falso

Q2. Which diagram illustrates the concept of a good discussion the best?

Tercer trimestre. . rue or False?

As long as everyone can hear each other’s voice clearly, it does not matter if the group members can see each other’s faces or not.

• Cierto
• Falso

Cuarto trimestre. It is important that the group discussion stays on task and on topic. Which of the following are acceptable ways to refocus the group back on the goal of the discussion? Marque todo lo que corresponda.

• Say “Let’s get back on track, everyone.”
• Say “We are running short on time, so let’s get back to the main point.”
• Say “I think we are getting a little off topic.”
• Say “That is totally unrelated to what we are talking about.”

Examen 02: Getting Started Practice Quiz

Q1. Look at the picture of a group discussion. Then look at the problems and solutions listed below. Elegir one problem and one solution that match the picture.

• Problema:
• Students are not in a position to talk because their backs are to each other.
• Solución:
• Come to the conversation with an open mind and collaborative attitude.
• Solución:
• Organize yourselves so that all participants are on an equal level and can see each other easily.
• Problema:
• There is too much clutter on the table top.
• Solución:
• Clear a good work space free of barriers and distractions.
• Problema:
• Students’ body language shows an unwillingness to participate.

Q2. When you start your discussion, you should ________________. (Choose two answers.)

• clear the desk tops of unnecessary items
• see the discussion participants as teammates
• have a competitive attitude

Tercer trimestre. Look at the picture of a group discussion. Then look at the problems and solutions listed below. Elegir one problem and one solution that match the picture.

• Problema:
• Students’ body language shows an unwillingness to participate.
• Solución:
• Come to the conversation with an open mind and collaborative attitude.
• Problema:
• There is too much clutter on the table top.
• Solución:
• Clear a good work space free of barriers and distractions.
• Solución:
• Organize yourselves so that all participants are on an equal level and can see each other easily.
• Problema:
• Students are not in a position to talk because their backs are to each other.

Examen 03:Discussion Analysis Practice

Q1. After you watch the two improved videos of the discussion on water scarcity, answer the following questions about David’s academic conversation skills.

Which of the following describe David’s physical presence? Elija todo lo que corresponda.

• He has eye contact with the other members of the group.
• He has a clear desk and no distractions in his hand.
• He is on the same level as the rest of the group
• He leans into the conversation and uses positive conversational body language, including smiling and nods.

Q2. Watch this video clip. In what ways is it apparent that David is listening to understand in this short video clip? Elija todo lo que corresponda.

Play Video

• He nods his head.
• He says “yeah”, “hmmm” and “right”.
• He leans in with his body.
• He makes a related comment connect to what was said.
• He has good eye contact.
• He asks follow-up questions.

Tercer trimestre. Which statements describe how David communicates clearly? Elija todo lo que corresponda.

• He elaborates and gives a specific example to illustrate ideas.
• He negotiates an idea respectfully.
• He uses sentence frames and language cues.
• Ideas are shared in an organized and logical way.
• He reads listeners’ gestures and adjusts accordingly.

Cuarto trimestre. Watch this video of David asking a question. What higher level thinking skill is David challenging his group members to perform?

Play Video

• synthesis
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• análisis

Examen 04: Graded Quiz

Q1. Which of the following phrases does NO require deeper, or critical, pensando?

• What is another example of . . .?
• Why is it important to . . .?
• What did the professor say about . . . .?
• What patterns do we see occurring when . . . ?

Q2. Verdadero o falso?

It is better to speak spontaneously without planning a response in a group discussion so that the conversation does not change direction while you are planning what you want to say.

• Cierto
• Falso

Tercer trimestre. Qué es NO a way to show respect for your group members?

• Make positive comments that are related to what they have said.
• Think about what you are going to say next as they are speaking.
• Allow your group members to finish their complete thought before interrupting.

Cuarto trimestre. Complete the sentence.

Preparing for an academic discussion is like building a house because ____________________.

• both things are very complicated.
• for both, you must start by laying the groundwork.
• they both take a long time to plan.
• to do both well, you need lots of materials.

Q5. If you’re taking double-entry notes to prepare for a discussion, what should you NO hacer?

• Include the author’s viewpoint in your notes
• Take notes on the text’s organization and on your personal reaction to the ideas
• Indent your notes to show which ideas are most important
• Take notes only on your personal reaction to the ideas

Q6. What is the purpose of preparing a list of points that you’d like to make during a discussion?

• To give you ideas for possible contributions you could make to the discussion
• To remind you of the points you absolutely must make during the conversation
• To help you win the discussion
• Ninguno de los anteriores

Q7. Complete the sentence.

When you introduce yourself, ____________________.

• give a hug
• say your name
• shake hands

Q8. Complete the sentence.

A common mistake in starting an academic conversation happens when _________________.

• students use their notes too much
• students are too friendly during the discussion
• everyone talks a lot
• not everyone understands the discussion topic clearly

Q9. Complete the sentence.

During your discussion it is good to be aware of all except _________________.

• what is happening on your phone
• your classmates’ names
• the goal of the discussion topic
• your own body language

Q10. Choose the word that completes the collocation.

integral ____________

• Haz increíbles animaciones de Minecraft
• fiesta
• Acercarse

Academic Discussions in English Week 02 Respuestas del cuestionario

Examen 01: Examples Practice Quiz

Q1. What is a hypothetical?

• true information from research, encuestas, and lectures
• fictional situations used to examine possibilities of a situation
• comparisons that illustrate similarities and relationships

Q2. What kind of example for supporting your ideas is this?

My friend had her computer hacked when she clicked on a link in an email.

• hypothetical
• facts and statistics
• anecdote
• analogy

Tercer trimestre. What kind of example for supporting your ideas is this?

A good essay is like a hamburger, with the bun being the introduction and conclusion….

• hypothetical
• anecdote
• facts and statistics
• analogy

Cuarto trimestre. An anecdote is mostly likely to begin with _____________.

• When I worked at a company like that one . . .
• Según la conferencia . . .
• This situation is like . . .
• What if we were to . . .

Examen 02: Going Deeper Practice Quiz

Q1. Which of the following are critical thinking skills? Choose all the apply.

• To find relationships between different ideas
• To memorize information that was presented
• To give an opinion with appropriate support
• To see things from different points of view

Q2. Verdadero o falso?

When a discussion group makes the effort to think more deeply and critically, the discussion is more engaging.

• Cierto
• Falso

Tercer trimestre. What level of thinking requires learners to state an opinion and support it with evidence?

• conocimiento
• solicitud
• La certificación Certified Information Systems Risk Manager independiente del proveedor está diseñada para profesionales de TI e IS que están involucrados en la identificación de riesgos.

Cuarto trimestre. What level of thinking does the following question represent?

“Is it better to have lots of GM food available to feed more people or to limit GM food in order to protect people from unknown health risks?”

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• comprensión
• conocimiento

Examen 03: Discussion Analysis Practice

Q1. Watch the video clip below from an academic discussion on the topic of genetically modified foods. Then answer the question that follows.

Play Video

Which of the following is true about the group discussion?

• The group members are not listening to each other.
• The group members do not have good eye contact with each other.
• The group members are not physically positioned in a way that motivates the members to do their best and to be involved in the discussion.

Q2. Watch the video clip below of a group discussing the following question: Do you think that GM foods are good for society? Then answer the question below.

Play Video

Which of the following phrases communicates that there is one clear and correct answer?

• It’s not so black and white.
• There are a lot of grey areas.
• You can’t just say 100% “yes” or 100% “no”.
• I can tell you certainly that they are good for society.

Tercer trimestre. Watch the video clip below of a group discussing the following question: Do you think that GM foods are good for society? Then answer the question below.

Play Video

Verdadero o falso?

Jackie thinks that GM foods are good for society.

• Cierto
• Falso

Cuarto trimestre. Watch the video clip below from an academic discussion on the topic of genetically modified foods. Then answer the question that follows.

Play Video

In this video clip, the members politely challenged each other’s ideas. Which of the following phrases were used to politely challenge ideas that had been previously mentioned?

• I see your points, pero . . .
• Sabes, Chad, tal vez . . .
• Por otra parte. . . .
• Even though . . .
• If they were so good, entonces por qué. . . .?

Examen 04: Graded Quiz

Q1. Why should you elaborate in a discussion?

• To find out more about others
• To explain with analogies
• To give hypothetical examples
• To clearly explain your ideas

Q2. What are some ways to elaborate in a discussion?

• By giving analogies, hypotheticals, hechos, and anecdotes
• By giving analogies, hypotheticals, quotations, and antidotes
• By giving analogies, hypotheticals, hechos, and antidotes
• By giving anatomies, hypodermics, hechos, and antidote

Tercer trimestre. Cual es NO a good sentence frame for encouraging other people to elaborate in a discussion?

• I’d love to hear more about . . . ?
• Can you be more specific?
• What do you mean by . . . ?
• Can you please try to be more succinct?

Cuarto trimestre. How would you characterize this quote from an academic conversation?

“We will see an increase in the scarcity of water in the near future. De hecho, two-thirds of the world’s population may experience water shortages by the year 2025.”

It is _____________.

• repetitive
• well elaborated
• lacking specificity
• too short

Q5. In a discussion about urban sprawl, someone tells a story about growing up in the countryside.

This is an example of _____________

• an analogy
• a statistic
• a hypothetical
• an anecdote

Q6. Which of the following are considered lower level thinking? Elija todo lo que corresponda.

• comprensión
• synthesis
• solicitud
• análisis
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• conocimiento

Q7. Which of the following are critical thinking skills? Elija todo lo que corresponda.

• to find patterns in seemingly unrelated ideas
• to recall information that was presented
• to give an opinion with relevant support
• to see things from different points of view

Q8. Verdadero o falso?

When critical thinking is integrated into a discussion group, the concepts discussed in the group will be remembered longer than if they had only used lower-level thinking skills.

• Cierto
• Falso

Q9. What level of thinking does the following question represent?

“What, in our opinion, is the best way to educate the population about the dangers of genetically modified foods?

• conocimiento
• synthesis
• solicitud
• análisis
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• comprensión

Q10. Choose the word that completes the collocation.

anecdotal _____________

• evidencia
• revisión
• conference

tecnicos. Choose the word that completes the collocation.

pilot ___________

• comida
• estudiar
• belief

Academic Discussions in English Week 03 Respuestas del cuestionario

Examen 01: Interaction Practice Quiz

Q1. Verdadero o falso?

If someone isn’t participating in the discussion you should leave that person alone.

• Cierto
• Falso

Q2. Verdadero o falso?

The goal of a discussion should always be agreement.

• Cierto
• Falso

Tercer trimestre. Verdadero o falso?

Disagreement among participants can improve a discussion

• Cierto
• Falso

Cuarto trimestre. Decide if the statement below is appropriate for the given situation or not.

Situation: Someone is talking too much.

You say to them: “That’s interesting, but we haven’t heard from everyone yet.”

• Sí, it’s appropriate.
• No, it’s not appropriate.

Examen 02: Constructing Conversation Practice Quiz

Q1. Understanding the value of a group discussion can motivate you to come prepared and to fully participate in the discussion. Which of the following questions can help you reflect on the value of the discussion?

• Why am I in this discussion group?
• In what ways can I benefit from being in this group?
• How can I be helpful to others in this group?
• Todo lo anterior.

Q2. What are two benefits of having background knowledge of the discussion topic, according to the video? (Select two answers.)

• You will be able to keep the discussion on focus because you will have an idea of the scope of the discussion.
• You will be able to contribute more insightful information for your group members to think about.
• You will be able to tell your group members when their information is not correct.

Tercer trimestre. Verdadero o falso?

Background knowledge is attained only by the homework that the teacher assigns on the topic.

• Cierto
• Falso

Examen 02: Agreeing and Disagreeing Practice Activity

Q1. Declaración 1

All of the questions in this activity refer to the following situation:

Megan and Brendan are having a discussion in an Intro to Music class. The topic of the discussion is “Which musical genres will be most relevant to future generations of music fans?”

For each question, click on the Statement link. Then listen to each answer response and pay attention to how the other speaker disagrees with the statement.

Choose the statement that sounds more collaborative, or polite, and less confrontational.

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Examen 03: Discussion Analysis Practice

Q1. Watch the video clip below from an academic discussion on the topic of population growth. Then answer the question that follows.

Play Video

Which quote from this clip shows that the conversation partners are trying to honor and build on their partners’ earlier ideas?

• "Bien, I believe . . .”
• “I think that’s a really interesting point and something I hadn’t thought about before.”

Q2. Watch the video clip below from an academic discussion on the topic of population growth. Then answer the question that follows.

Play Video

In the clip, Chad says, “To dovetail on what you said.” What does this mean?

• To agree with what you said
• To disagree with what you said
• To connect with what you said
• To finish what you said

Tercer trimestre. Watch the video clip below from an academic discussion on the topic of population growth. Then answer the question that follows.

Play Video

Later in the clip, how does Kevin show that he partially agrees with Dana?

• “But what about . . .”
• “I can see your point, but I don’t agree with . . .”
• “I see that, but don’t you think that . . .”
• “I agree in a way, but not completely.”

Cuarto trimestre. Watch the video clip below from an academic discussion on the topic of population growth. Then answer the question that follows.

Play Video

How does Dana defend her point in a collaborative and polite manner?

• “That’s true and I see where all of you are coming from, but I still stand firm in my belief.”
• “You’re right about that, but I think my point is still valid.”
• “Ok, OK, but you’re missing the point of what I’m saying.”
• "Sí, but I still think I’m right.”

Q5. Watch the video clip below from an academic discussion on the topic of population growth. Then answer the question that follows.

Play Video

When Cameron is speaking, how do Dana and Kevin show that they’re listening attentively?

• UNA. Words like “yes,” “yeah,” and “excellent point”
• segundo. Head nodding
• do. Eye contact
• re. Giving a thumbs up
• mi. Winking at the speaker
• D and E
• UNA, segundo, y C

Examen 04: Graded Quiz

Q1. Which of the following is an appropriate statement to get the discussion back on track?

• “We haven’t heard from everyone yet.”
• “What are you talking about?”
• “That’s a bad idea.”
• “We are running out of time and we haven’t answered all of the question yet.”

Q2. What should you do if someone is acting bored or just not saying anything?

• Invite that person to participate.
• Keep the conversation going and ignore anyone who doesn’t speak.
• Leave that person alone.
• Tell the moderator or teacher that someone isn’t participating.

Tercer trimestre. What should you do if there is disagreement among discussion participants?

• Try to get everyone to agree.
• Try to convince everyone you are right.
• Keep calm and respectful. Disagreement is normal.
• Stop the discussion. You don’t want people to get angry.

Cuarto trimestre. Which concept of constructing a conversation is illustrated by the following? (Match the parts of the analogy.)

the foundation of a house

• The task guides the development of the topic and provides focus for all of the group members.
• A solid discussion relies and rests on background knowledge and understanding the value of the conversation.

Q5. Complete the sentence.

_________________ adds to a conversation because hearing a diversity of opinions helps you to develop your own ideas.

• Confrontation
• Disagreement
• Emotion
• Criticis

Q6. Choose the two words that complete the sentence correctly.

To keep a discussion collaborative–not confrontational–you need to be _________ and use _________.

• lógico; emoción
• lógico; evidencia
• subjective; evidencia
• subjective; emoción

Q7. Of these phrases of disagreement, which will probably help your conversation partner to save face?

• I really don’t think so.
• I disagree.
• I see your point, but I can’t agree.
• I don’t agree.

Q8. Of these phrases of disagreement, which will be least likely to add to a collaborative feeling in your discussion group?

• I see your point, but I can’t agree.
• Bien, actualmente . . .
• Seriamente?
• I’m sorry, but I don’t agree.

Q9. Choose the word that completes the collocation.

convencional ____________

• sabiduría
• premise
• visio

Q10. Choose the word that completes the collocation.

arriba _____________

• the impact of
• the focus
• greatly

tecnicos. Choose the word that completes the collocation.

vary ______________

• abarcar
• majority
• considerably

Academic Discussions in English Week 04 Respuestas del cuestionario

Examen 01: Synthesis Practice Quiz

Q1. Choose the word below that matches this definition:

the pulling together of data from different sources to support one’s ideas and combining all the information to create something new

• synthesis
• concise
• summary

Q2. Choose the word below that matches this definition:

logical and organized

• coherent
• synthesis
• summary

Tercer trimestre. Verdadero o falso?

Summary and synthesis are essentially the same thing.

• Cierto
• Falso

Examen 02: Wrapping Up Practice Quiz

Q1. Read the following statements from a discussion on whether or not the planet can sustain 9.2 billion people.

– “Our earth can sustain 9.2 billion people, but not the way it is currently being managed. We need to do a better job at managing resources, educating people, and sharing wealth.”

– “As with technology, there is potential to use our limited resources more efficiently, but we are not doing it.”

– “We probably have enough resources to sustain 9.2 billion people; the question is whether or not people can live together or not. With so many people, there may be wars because of differences of opinion.”

– “It comes back to if humans can live harmoniously with each other. The more people the more problems there are.”

What is the best synthesizing statement for the ideas above?

• 9.2 billion people cannot survive on our planet because we cannot manage that many people.
• The earth has the resources to sustain 9.2 billion people; the threatening issue is whether or not people can live in harmoniously with each other.

Q2. Which of the following are sentence frames that would precede a statement of synthesis? Elija todo lo que corresponda.

• Based on what we have discussed, we should probably . . .
• Para resumir . . .
• This discussion has led us on a journey that took us from . . . a . . .
• Our take-away from this discussion is . . .

Tercer trimestre. Which of the following are sentence frames that would precede a statement of synthesis? Elija todo lo que corresponda.

• What is the common denominator in all that we have discussed?
• How can we synthesize our conversation?
• What is the general consensus?
• What do you think is the best suggestion that was made today?

Cuarto trimestre. Verdadero o falso?

An action point is the task that is assigned to an individual in the group as a result of the discussion.

• Cierto
• Falso

Examen 03: Discussion Analysis Practice

Q1. Watch this video clip of the introduction to an academic discussion about poverty. Then answer the question that follows.

Play Video

This is a good example of an introduction to an academic discussion because:

Q2. Watch this video clip of the introduction to an academic discussion about poverty. Then answer the question that follows.

• The facilitator warmly welcomes everyone to the group
• The topic of the discussion is clearly explained
• The task that needs to be accomplished is clearly mentioned
• Todo lo anterior

Play Video

A family has an income of less than $30 un mes. What kind of poverty is this family experiencing?

• Extreme poverty
• Absolute poverty
• Relative poverty

Tercer trimestre. Watch this video clip of the introduction to an academic discussion about poverty. Then answer the question that follows.

Play Video

What are some things that the group facilitator does to encourage group participation?

• He asks, “Do you have any more examples of that?”
• He asks, “Do you have any other causes that you want to identify?”
• He makes eye contact with each member often.
• Todo lo anterior.

Cuarto trimestre. Watch this video clip of the introduction to an academic discussion about poverty. Then answer the question that follows.

Play Video

Which of the following were mentioned as causes of poverty in the video clip? Elija todo lo que corresponda.

• Poor government policy and the poor management of money
• Lack of education
• Poverty is decreasing
• The growing population

Examen 04: Graded Quiz

Q1. Synthesis in a discussion involves all of the following elements excepto _____________.

• gathering data from resources
• including every idea mentioned during the discussion in the conclusion
• forming a response to the discussion questions
• combining ideas with data from resources

Q2. It is important that the final synthesis be logical and organized. The term for this is ______________.

• summary
• concise
• consensus
• coherent

Tercer trimestre. A brief overview of main points is called ______________.

• consensus
• summary
• synthesis
• discussion

Cuarto trimestre. Which of the following is no básico, according to this lesson, when ending a group discussion?

• being sure to use sentence frames
• assessing if the goal was accomplished
• agreeing on what to do next and who should do them
• synthesizing the ideas

Q5. Which of the following is NO a sentence frame that would precede a statement of synthesis?

• The next step should be to . . .
• The evidence seems to suggest . . .
• We conclude that that . . .
• As a result of this discussion I think that we should . . .

Q6. Verdadero o falso?

An action point is the task that is assigned to an individual in the group as a result of the discussion.

• Cierto
• Falso

Q7. Which of the following were frequently-referenced ideas in this course? Elija todo lo que corresponda.

• You should try to avoid disagreement at all costs because disagreement causes hurt feelings.
• Have a plan for your conversation, and try to follow it. Don’t get sidetracked.
• Discussions are all about collaboration, so be sure to build on what other people say.
• Be sure to build your background knowledge, or knowledge of the topic, before you have your discussion.

Q8. Choose the word that completes the collocation.

effective _____________

• impact
• política
• evidenc

Q9. Choose the word that completes the collocation.

enormous _____________

• impact
• oportunidades
• evidencia

Q10. Choose the word that completes the collocation.

get ___________

• expectations
• involved
• impact