Communication Barriers

Which of the following is an example of external barrier?

• failure to understand the topic

• noisy environment

• lack of confidence

• lack of interest

You are having a conversation with some friends when a song was played loudly. What kind of barrier is manifested by this situation?

• use of jargon

• noisy environment

• lack of confidence

• differences in dialect

Which of the following is an example of internal barrier?

• thunder

• loud music

• poor listening skills

• bad phone connection

Which of the following is an external barrier?

• attitudinal barrier

• listening barrier

• speaking barrier

• organizational barrier

Your friend is asked to share something about his day or weekend, but he is hesitant because he is shy. Which of these suggestions may NOT be given to him?

• Develop self-confidence by joining organizations where he can share and develop his interests.

• Keep his thoughts to himself.

• Look for opportunities in the school or community that will help him improve his speaking skills.

• Develop positive insights about speaking.