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WorksheetsElectronic Communication
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 8mins
Why should you have a "cover story" for ending a phone call?
It lets the listener know why you are about to hang up (other than "I'm bored talking to you.")
So you can lie and get away with it
So you can be a perfect communicator
Do we always have to use cover stories with our best friends and family?
Yes
No
What is NOT an example of a cover story?
Well, I need to help my mom with dinner now.
Alright, I'd better get started on my homework.
Well, this conversation is boring. I'm going to hang up now.
Well, it's getting late an I need to get ready for bed.
How many times is it OK to call someone in a row if they don't answer?
1
2
3
4
If someone ignores your friend request on social media, what should you do?
Ask them why
Keep requesting
Move on
Is it ok to break the 2-message rule with your good friends and family?
Yes
No
If you are leaving a message for someone who doesn't have your phone number saved, what should you do?
Let them guess who you are by the sound of your voice
Say who you are at the end of the voicemail
Say who you are at the beginning of the voicemail
What should you ALWAYS do when leaving a voicemail?
Say your name
Say the date of when you are calling
Say the reason why you are calling
Give your phone number
Are neurotypicals perfect electronic communicators all the time?
No
Yes
Write an example of a cover story for hanging up.
