Understanding Communication Barriers

Understanding Communication Barriers

Assessment

Interactive Video

English, World Languages

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Emma Peterson

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A person whose car has broken down seeks help in English but faces a language barrier. They ask for directions to a garage and eventually receive guidance. The conversation highlights the challenges of communication when language skills are limited.

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6 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What problem does the person face when trying to communicate?

Their phone is not working.

They lost their map.

They can't find a garage.

They don't know the local language.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the person trying to find help with?

Getting a taxi

Booking a hotel

Locating a garage

Finding a restaurant

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What suggestion is given to the person seeking help?

To wait for a mechanic

To go to a nearby village

To use a translation app

To call a friend

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What language does the person attempt to use after English?

French

Spanish

Italian

German

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the humorous suggestion made about language learning?

Next time, they might know some English.

Learning English is easy.

Everyone should learn multiple languages.

Language barriers are not a problem.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the final sentiment expressed about language skills?

Language skills are not necessary.

It's important to be fluent in many languages.

Learning languages is a waste of time.

Both parties can't speak English well.