The Art of Listening Quiz

What is the main difference between hearing and listening?

• Hearing is done with the ears, while listening is done with the eyes.

• Hearing is about sound waves, while listening is about vibrations.

• Hearing is involuntary, while listening is a choice.

• Hearing is passive, while listening is active.

Which of the following is an example of passive listening?

• Listening to music while studying

• Making eye contact with the speaker

• Asking questions to clarify what the speaker is saying

• Actively participating in a class discussion

What is an advantage of active listening?

• It helps in remembering what you hear

• It makes others not want to talk to you

• It shows the speaker that you don't care about what they are saying

• It makes school more difficult

Which body part is involved in active listening to tune out distractions?

• Mouth

• Eyes

• Ears

• Heart

What is the purpose of making eye contact with the speaker?

• To show disinterest

• To concentrate on what is being said

• To distract the speaker

• To show boredom

What is the disadvantage of passive listening?

• It shows that you are interested and paying attention

• It makes it difficult to communicate with others

• It helps in understanding and remembering what is being said

• It makes activities less enjoyable

What does active listening involve doing with your mouth?

• Distracting others

• Talking over the speaker

• Interrupting the speaker

• Keeping it closed

What does active listening involve doing with your posture?

• Turning away from the speaker

• Fidgeting and not paying attention

• Leaning in and looking at the speaker

• Slouching and avoiding eye contact

What does active listening involve doing with your brain?

• Ignoring the speaker and daydreaming

• Tuning out the speaker and focusing on other sounds

• Thinking about what is being said and repeating the main points in your head

• Thinking about what you want to tell the speaker

What is the purpose of actively listening with your heart?

• To show disrespect for the speaker

• To show that you are not interested in the speaker

• To relate to the speaker's thoughts and feelings

• To distract yourself from what is being said