Final exam questions for GE-105 Purposive Communication

What is the primary goal of active listening?

• To respond quickly

• To understand the speaker's message

• To interrupt for clarification

• To provide your own opinions

Which of the following is NOT a component of active listening?

• Nodding in agreement

• Making assumptions about the speaker’s intent

• Asking clarifying questions

• Paraphrasing what the speaker said

How can you demonstrate active listening during a conversation?

• By checking your phone frequently

• By summarizing only at the end of the conversation

• By planning your response while the other person is speaking

• By maintaining eye contact and providing feedback

Which technique is most effective for ensuring understanding in active listening?

• Silent reflection

• Summarizing and paraphrasing

• Asking unrelated questions

• Agreeing without discussion

What is an elevator pitch primarily used for?

• To entertain an audience

• To introduce yourself and your ideas succinctly

• To provide detailed information about a project

• To sell a product aggressively

Which of the following should be included in an effective elevator pitch?

• Personal anecdotes unrelated to the topic

• A clear statement of value or unique selling point

• Technical jargon to impress the audience

• Lengthy background information

Which of the following countries belongs to the Outer Circle of Kachru’s model?

• United States

• Philippines

• France

• Japan

What should you do before going to a job interview in the U.S.?

• memorize every answer word-for-word

• arrive exactly at the scheduled time

• research the company and review the job description

• wear casual clothes to feel more relaxed

What is a key characteristic of a good handshake?

• It should be firm but not crushing. It should be very soft and gentle.

• It should be very soft and gentle.

• It should be quick and abrupt.

• It should involve multiple shakes.

When giving a handshake, what is important to maintain?

• Eye contact and a warm smile

• Looking away to appear humble

• Talking continuously while shaking hands

• Keeping your left hand in your pocket