Interpersonal Skills Quiz

During a school project, George had to explain his ideas to Rosie and Sophia. What is George doing when he is transferring his ideas from his mind to Rosie and Sophia?

• Speaking

• Writing

• Listening

• Communication

Answer explanation

George is communicating when he transfers his ideas from his mind to Rosie and Sophia. Communication is the process of sharing information, thoughts, or feelings between people through speaking, writing, or other means. In this case, George is using communication to convey his ideas during the school project.

Which of the following is NOT a form of communication?

• Body language

• Written media

• Non-verbal signals

• Thinking

Why is good communication important in personal relationships?

• To avoid misunderstandings

• To express emotions

• To build trust

• All of the above

Which communication skill is ranked first among job candidates?

• Listening skills

• Verbal communication skills

• Non-verbal communication skills

• Writing skills

What is an important element of effective listening?

• Asking questions

• Interrupting the speaker

• Thinking about your response

• Ignoring non-verbal cues

What is the process of paraphrasing and restating what the other person has just said?

• Reflection

• Clarification

• Questioning

• Active listening

Which of the following is an example of non-verbal communication?

• Speaking

• Writing

• Body language

• Listening

What percentage of our time do we spend listening when we communicate?

• 10%

• 25%

• 45%

• 70%

What is an important skill for making a successful presentation?

• Using simple language

• Speaking quickly

• Avoiding eye contact

• Reading directly from slides

Which of the following is NOT a form of written communication?

• Books

• Websites

• Body language

• Emails