From the eleven points listed below, check the four points that would be especially when someone is trying to persuade you to agree with him. know whether the statement is based on fact. be comfortable, but not too comfortable. ask questions whenever possible. listen for a summary. determine whether the statement agrees with christian ideals and standards. take notes on key information. watch the speaker for clues to important information. remember that facts are colored by emotion. compare new information with what is known. ask myself whether i believe the statement because i like the person speaking. listen for key words and phrases.