In court
How can I speak briefly and clearly in court?
What can I leave out while keeping enough context for a listener to follow?
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Prepare to speak
What needs to be heard?
Can you answer the question in front of you, listen to the reply, and recognise what you do not know?
Questions to begin with
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What might I miss while preparing my reply?
What would confirm that I understood the whole question?
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In court
Which part do I remember, and which part am I filling in?
Where does my explanation need to acknowledge uncertainty?
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In court
Does the term I am using have a meaning I have not checked?
Which meaning can I explain, and which one do I still need to understand?
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In court
Can I state the disagreement without describing the person?
What exactly is disputed, and what would help a listener understand it?
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In court
What do I need to understand before I can give a clear answer?
Where is my understanding incomplete?
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In court
What communication support might I need to ask about?
Which need remains unconfirmed by the available official information?
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In court
After listening, what do I know and what am I only assuming?
Which conclusion can I support, and which question remains open?
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