Crucial Conversations
Be Quiet, Be Heard
So, You Want To talk about race
100

True or False: 

The definition of dialogue given in the reading is a discussion led by one individual leading a group with their own ideas 

False

100

True or False:

In Glaser's model, a critic while providing feedback should be able to specify certain details for improvement.

True

100

These ongoing obstacles created by discrimination limit opportunities for people of color and women.

systemic barriers

200

What is the main skill discussed in this reading that is necessary for healthy dialogue?

Safety

200

True or False:

One option recommended by Glaser after receiving and acknowledging criticism is agreement.

True

200

Name one of the two labels that Oluo's brother was given while in school. 

Slow

or 

Aggressive

300

When this curtesy is lost in a conversation, people may either withdraw or decline the quality of the discussion.

Mutual Respect

300

What communication technique involves restating the speaker's content, intent, and feelings to clarify understanding during criticism?

Paraphrasing

300

This policy exists to correct systemic racism and sexism, not to favor unqualified candidates.

Affirmative action

400

According to the reading, what happens to individuals in conversations when they do not feel emotionally or psychologically safe?

Become Aggressive

400

What is the term for when people expect someone to behave a certain way, and their expectations cause that behavior to occur?

Self-fulfilling prophecy

400

What achievement was Oluo stripped of after a white woman in seniority had complained?

Job Promotion

500
What is the term for when a crucial conversation starts to decline or go wrong?

Turning point 

or 

Inflection point

500

According to Glaser, what is the first physical step you should take to listen effectively when being criticized?

Confident body language

500

Name one of the underlying reasons society needs affirmative action, as revealed through her narrative?

Pervasive racism 

or 

Systemic Obstacles faced by people of color

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