Nonverbal Communication

What does a raised and arched eyebrow typically indicate?

• Sadness

• Anger

• Surprise

• Disgust

How can eye contact be interpreted in communication?

• Always positive

• Indicates boredom

• Is irrelevant

• Shows interest and attention

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

Which of the following gestures can have different meanings in different cultures?

• Thumbs up

• Nodding

• Waving

• Smiling

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

What does rapid blinking often indicate?

• Happiness

• Confidence

• Distress or discomfort

• Calmness

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

What does crossed legs typically suggest in body language?

• Openness

• Confidence

• Relaxation

• Closed-off feelings

What can a down-turned mouth indicate?

• Surprise

• Sadness or disapproval

• Happiness

• Excitement

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

How do high-status individuals typically use personal space?

• They respect others' space

• They invade others' space more frequently

• They maintain a large distance

• They avoid close contact

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

What does prolonged eye contact typically indicate?

• Interest

• Distraction

• Boredom

• Fear

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

Which of the following is an example of paralinguistics?

• Tone of voice

• Gestures

• Facial expressions

• Written language

Tags

CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

What does a clenched fist generally signify?

• Anger

• Joy

• Confusion

• Surprise

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A