Directions for 1-5: Read the sentences carefully and choose the letter of the best answer. 1. In a panel discussion,
_sit in a semi-circle shape in front of the audience.
A audience C. panelists
B. instructors
D. all of these
2. All are members of a public forum EXCEPT
A A. audience
C. judge
B. facilitator
D. speaker
3.. In a panel discussion, the_
puts important questions and the experts
answers them and clarify the points.
A. audience C. panelist
B. moderator D. all of these
4.In a panel discussion, the leader or _closes the discussion and provides a summary of
panel presentation and discussion.
A instructor C. panelist
В moderator D. all of these
5.All but one are essential in conducting a public forum.
A. Hold meetings at different sites to get real representation.
B. Schedule the forum at an easy-to-find public location which is accessible and comfortable (e. g. a
library, school, church).
C If possible, hold the forum in the evening to avoid time conflicts with work and school.
D. None of these

Directions for 6-10: Arrange the steps in proper order by writing numbers 1-5 (number 1 as
the first step and number 5 the last).

__6. Introduce the leader of the community initiative and the discussion leader.
__7. Consider allowing some time for addressing each of the following topics, issues and concerns.
__8. Agree upon an ending time and keep to it.
_9. Designate a discussion leader or group facilitator who is known and respected, who is neutral on the
topic, who has good listening and group process skills and who can keep things moving and
on track.
__10. Provide information about your own organization, if appropriate.

Directions for 11-15: Write True if the statement is correct and False if it is wrong.
__11. Public forum is where citizens discuss important issues such as health problems.
__12. A panel discussion is a discussion in which few persons (the panel) carry on conversation in
front of the audience.
__13. Forums are like a platform used to communicate between two or groups of people by which
they can exchange their thoughts.
__14. Debate can help students understand essential critical thinking presentation.
__15. Panel discussion brings together top talent in one area so that a group of experts can share
their experience.
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