Eye contact is an important part of communication, and a lack of it can imply deception. To avoid staring at somebody, how can you naturally strike a balance?

When breaking eye contact, look to the left or the right.

Look down at the floor every 30 seconds or so.

Look just past the person whose gaze you can no longer hold.

Which of these signals suggest the person you are speaking to might not be telling the whole truth?

They make frequent hand to face touches, including attempts to cover their mouth.

They answer you fairly promptly.

What is Body Language?

Postures, gestures, and facial expressions.

The exchange of information through the use of words.

Your words say one thing but your body language say another.

What is a misunderstanding?

when someone takes something in a way that it was not meant to be taken

when two people agree on something

What is one way to avoid a misunderstanding?

send the same verbal and nonverbal message

Which is a communication DO?

Assume responsibility in dialogue

Which of following is a negative body language to use when speaking?

Fold your arms or cross your legs

Stand behind a lecture and keep your body hidden

Keep your arms open and use gestures

Which is NOT important in effective communication?

Using appropriate body language

All of the following are examples of active listening, EXCEPT:

Showing interest in the message

Making eye contact with the messenger

A good, active listener…

Answers his/her cell phone during the presentation

Which of the following is NOT an example of proper telephone etiquette in the workplace?

Rushing the caller to get off the phone

Helping the caller even if it isn't your job

Identifying yourself and your company when answering a call

Answering the phone before the third ring

What is verbal communication?

gestures, facial expressions, and body positions

COMMUNICATION AND BODY LANGUAGE

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does this body language indicate?

Shame

Sadness

Confidence

Nervousness

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following eye movements indicates that a person is lying?

Looking left

Looking up

Looking right

None of the above

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does this body language cue indicate?

Happiness

Confidence

Fear

Excitement

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following pictures best portrays the disgust emotion?

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Is this a genuine smile?

Yes

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CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Putting objects in the mouth (such as pens, eyeglasses, fingernails) can be a sign of anxiety.

True

False

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Crossed arms always indicate someone who is closed-off.

True

False

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CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

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COMMUNICATION AND BODY LANGUAGE

What does this body language indicate?

Which of the following eye movements indicates that a person is lying?

What does this body language cue indicate?

Which of the following pictures best portrays the disgust emotion?

Is this a genuine smile?

Putting objects in the mouth (such as pens, eyeglasses, fingernails) can be a sign of anxiety.

Crossed arms always indicate someone who is closed-off.

Which area of the body does someone tipically touch to indicate sincerity? (Choose one)

What does their body language likely indicate?

Eye contact is an important part of communication, and a lack of it can imply deception. To avoid staring at somebody, how can you naturally strike a balance?

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