Discussion Techniques in Science Fiction
English
Year 9
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A comprehension worksheet focusing on turn-taking in spoken language, using examples from science fiction contexts.
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Discussion Techniques in Science Fiction
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Understanding Turn-taking in Science Fiction Dialogue
In the distant future, aboard the starship Orion, two AI entities, AXIS and NOVA, engage in a crucial debate about the ship's course. AXIS suddenly interjects, 'NOVA, your calculations are flawed. Please clarify your procedures.' NOVA responds calmly, 'AXIS, I am confident in my data. Let us review the parameters together.' The captain observes silently, noting the flow of conversation and how each entity takes turns speaking, sometimes interrupting, other times waiting patiently for their turn. This exchange exemplifies structured turn-taking, critical for effective communication even between artificial intelligences in high-stakes situations.
1.
What is the main purpose of the turn-taking in the dialogue between AXIS and NOVA?
[2 marks]2.
Identify one way in which the AI entities demonstrate good turn-taking practices.
[2 marks]3.
Which phrase indicates that NOVA is responding in a calm and confident manner?
Aa) 'NOVA, your calculations are flawed.'
Bb) 'AXIS, I am confident in my data.'
Cc) 'Please clarify your procedures.'
Dd) 'Let us review the parameters together.'
4.
Describe how the AI entities' turn-taking affects the overall tone of the dialogue.
[4 marks]5.
How does the inclusion of interruptions or pauses influence the perception of the conversation's formality?
[2 marks]6.
Explain why structured turn-taking is important in high-stakes scientific communication.
[4 marks]7.
Imagine you are designing a dialogue between two alien scientists debating a new technology. Write a short exchange (around 10 lines) demonstrating effective turn-taking.
8.
List three techniques used by speakers to indicate they are ready to take their turn in a conversation.
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