Let’s see how much you’ve learned – Quiz Time: What set of skills do you need to be a good science diplomat?

1.Which of the following skills are essential for effective science diplomats?

2. The best negotiation strategy is to avoid compromise at all costs. Remember, the famous saying is “winner takes it all.” (T or F)

3. In diplomatic negotiations, the science is always clear (T or F)

4. When providing scientific advice for policy, the evidence dictates the course of action (T or F)

5. The most effective science advisers:

6. What is intercultural communication?

7. Science diplomats need only soft skills to be successful (T or F)

8. In a multilateral negotiation, scientific uncertainty can be used to delay action (T or F)

9. To function as a science diplomat you need an official title issued by the government (T or F)

10. In a role-play negotiation simulation, you always adopt the character or position that aligns with your own values (T or F)