Answer to Question 1
A
Answer to Question 2
1. Use internal paraphrasing to summarize the speaker's comments.
2. Take brief notes.
3. Concentrate on the main ideas.
4. Evaluate the validity of the overall argument by not focusing on every last detail.
5. Personalize the information by asking yourself, How does this point affect me?
6. Maintain eye contact with the speaker.
7. Provide feedback in conversations to reinforce your understanding of the topic.