CLDP

What is the main purpose of powerful questions in communication?

• a) To change the topic

• b) To encourage deep thinking and discovery

• c) To impress others

• d) To avoid silence

Which of the following is a closed question?

• a) How did the meeting help you?

• b) What was your favorite part of the event?

• c) Did you enjoy the event?

• d) Why do you think the plan worked?

An open question typically results in:

• a) Why is this so hard?

• b) What changes can we make to improve?

• c) Who caused this mistake?

• d) Why do I always fail?

Which is an example of a solution-oriented question?

• a) Why is this so hard?

• b) What changes can we make to improve?

• c) Who caused this mistake?

• d) Why do I always fail?

What makes a question “powerful”?

• a) It ends the conversation quickly

• b) It leads to deeper understanding

• c) It is long and detailed

• d) It uses big vocabulary

Why is active listening important in coaching?

• a) To finish conversations quickly

• b) To control the conversation

• c) To help the speaker feel heard and supported

• d) To avoid difficult topics

What is the goal of paraphrasing in a coaching conversation?

• a) To ignore the speaker

• b) To make the speaker repeat

• c) To show understanding

• d) To end the session

Which is NOT a benefit of active listening?

• a) Builds trust

• b) Enhances problem-solving

• c) Increases confusion

• d) Improves empathy

Which phrase is an example of inflammatory language?

• a) “Can we talk about this calmly?”

• b) “You never listen to me!”

• c) “How can we solve this?”

• d) “What are your thoughts?”

What does “silence is golden” mean in coaching?

• a) It wastes time

• b) It shows you are disinterested

• c) It creates space for reflection

• d) It should be avoided