Soft Skills Quiz for Newsela Assignment

Effectively presenting your thoughts and ideas, verbally and in writing.

• Teamwork
• Perseverance
• Communication
• Respect

Non-verbal communication includes

• Smiling
• Hand gestures
• Facial expressions, body language and posture
• Standing straight

Which of the following is NOT a barrier to effective communication?

• Poor listening skills
• Language
• Stereotyping
• Asking questions

Working without being told, being self-motivated, and being the first to begin work shows...

• Motivation
• Initiative
• Leadership
• Persistence

Having a positive outlook can affect your

• Performance
• Confidence
• Health
• All of the above

What is teamwork?

• The ability to do something without being asked.
• The ability to work with others to get the job done.
• The ability to get people to do what you want.
• The ability to clearly express yourself.

How can you prove you are a team player?

• Be respectful of the opinion of others.

• Join in on rumors around the school.

• Miss a day of working with your group because it is nice outside and your skateboard is calling your name.

Teamwork involves which one of these?

• Building relationships
• Working with other people
• Important skills and experiences
• All of the above

Collaborating during group work and every person doing their part is?

• Teamwork

• Responsibility

• Respect

• Time Management

Making use of your personal connections to achieve your career goals

• Networking
• Teamwork
• Collaboration