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The document discusses an activity where the reader worked with someone they knew well and someone they barely knew. They are asked to compare the experiences, noting similarities and differences, and reflect on what they did to overcome any awkwardness. The reader is also prompted to consider how the activity relates to public speaking and why eye contact is important for public speaking.
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- 1. Describe the experience of working with the person you know. Compare and contrast the experience of working with the person you know to the person you barely know. What were the similarities between the two experiences? What were the differences between the two experiences? Take a moment to reflect on what you did to combat the uncomfortableness and awkwardness. Think about it: what did you do? How could the experience of this activity relate to public speaking? Why is eye contact important in public speaking?