Comm Quiz

Which of the following is an example of verbal communication?

• Nodding

• Writing a letter

• Speaking on the phone

• Smiling

What is the primary focus of nonverbal communication?

• Grammar

• Body language

• Vocabulary

• Syntax

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

• Email

• Text message

• Face-to-face conversation

• Report

Interpersonal communication typically involves how many people?

• One

• Two or more

• Three or more

• None

Which of the following is a key component of effective listening?

• Interrupting frequently

• Maintaining eye contact

• Ignoring the speaker

• Thinking about your response while the other person is talking

Cross-cultural communication is important because:

• It helps in understanding different languages

• It helps in understanding different cultural norms and practices

• It is only useful for diplomats

• It is not important

Which of the following is an example of nonverbal communication?

• Writing an essay

• Giving a thumbs up

• Speaking in a meeting

• Sending an email

Which of the following is a barrier to effective listening?

• Active engagement

• Distractions

• Empathy

• Clarification

Which of the following is a characteristic of effective written communication?

• Ambiguity

• Clarity

• Complexity

• Lengthiness

In interpersonal communication, feedback is:

• Irrelevant

• Optional

• Essential

• Discouraged