Communication Skills Quiz

Interpersonal communication takes place between:

• One person and a large crowd

• Two or more people

• A person and a machine

• Groups from different countries

Small group communication usually involves:

• Just one individual

• Two people in private conversation

• A few individuals working together or discussing

• Public speech to an audience

Which of the following is a non-verbal communication cue?

• Email

• Facial expression

• Radio message

• Phone call

What does a slouched posture generally convey?

• Confidence

• Interest

• Boredom or lack of confidence

• Happiness

Feedback in communication is important because:

• It allows communication to be one-way

• It helps the speaker talk more

• It ensures the message is understood correctly

• It delays the process

Which of the following is a barrier to effective communication?

• Active listening

• Clear message

• Noise and distractions

• Eye contact

An example of physical barrier in communication is:

• Different opinions

• Faulty equipment or loud environment

• Language difference

• Emotions

Case: A team of 5 students is working on a science project. One student, Kavya, always interrupts others and doesn’t listen during discussions. Rohan tries to give ideas but feels ignored. The team is unable to complete the project properly.

Question: Which barrier is most likely affecting this group’s communication?

• Physical barrier

• Emotional barrier

• Listening barrier

• Technological barrier

Case: During a classroom presentation, Meena speaks very softly, avoids eye contact, and keeps looking at her notes. Her posture is closed, and classmates find it hard to stay engaged or understand her points.

Question: Which of these non-verbal cues made Meena’s communication less effective?

• Loud voice and confidence

• Strong gestures and eye contact

• Poor posture and lack of facial expressions

• Clear message and open body language

Case: An IT teacher explains a new software tool in class. After the session, she asks students to share whether they understood. Some students raise doubts, and the teacher revises the topic for clarity.

Question: Why did the teacher ask for feedback?

• To make class longer

• To blame students

• To check if the message was understood and improve clarity

• To ignore students’ responses