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Communication skills

Total questions: 118

Worksheet time: 58mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

True or False: Communication is more than just talking face to face?

a)

True

b)

False

2.

What is Body Language?

a)

Postures, gestures, and facial expressions.

b)

The exchange of information through the use of words.

c)

Your words say one thing but your body language say another.

d)

Speak from your point of view.

3.

The exchange of information through the use of words or actions is

a)

Active listening

b)

Body language

c)

Communication

d)

Aggressive

4.

Which of the following is considered a speaking skill?

a)

Make clear, simple statements

b)

Paying attention

c)

Rereading your words before you send a message

5.

Two types of communication are:

a)

Verbs and Nouns

b)

Verbal and information

c)

Verbal and non-verbal

d)

Happy and sad

6.

An example of verbal communication is:

a)

Phone conversation

b)

Posture

c)

Eye contact

d)

Writing an email

7.

Which of the following is a barrier to communication?

a)

Message is not clear

b)

Not listening

c)

Lack of language skills

d)

All of the above

8.

Which is NOT important in effective communication?

a)

Wearing a red tie

b)

Making eye contact

c)

Using appropriate body language

d)

Using the appropriate tone

9.

A good, clear speaker…

a)

Understands what he/she wants to say

b)

Considers the audience and the setting

c)

Checks to assure understanding, and listens to responses

d)

All of the above

10.

We communicate by:

a)

Speech (Telephone call, conversations, etc)

b)

Visuals (Body language, facial expressions)

c)

Writing (Letter, emails, newsletters, etc)

d)

All of the above

11.

Includes gestures, facial expressions, and body positions

a)

Feedback

b)

Verbal Communication

c)

Dance

d)

Non-Verbal Communication

12.

The use of sounds and words to express yourself

a)

Non-Verbal Communication

b)

Customer Service

c)

Interpretive Dance

d)

Verbal Communication

13.

An example of non-verbal communication is:

a)

Sleeping

b)

Face-to-face conversation

c)

Telephone conversation

d)

Eye Contact

14.

Good customer service is the ability of an organisation to constantly and consistently exceed:

a)

The speed of sound

b)

The customer's expectations

c)

The rainfall in South America

d)

Their competitor's sales

15.

True or False: Communication skills are vital to individuals and businesses

a)

True

b)

False

16.

Two types of communication are:

a)

Verbs and Nouns

b)

Verbal and information

c)

Verbal and non-verbal

d)

Happy and sad

17.

An example of verbal communication is:

a)

Phone conversation

b)

Posture

c)

Eye contact

d)

Writing an email

18.

An example of non-verbal communication is:

a)

Sleeping

b)

Face-to-face conversation

c)

Telephone conversation

d)

Eye Contact

19.

Which of the following is a barrier to communication?

a)

Message is not clear

b)

Not listening

c)

Lack of language skills

d)

All of the above

20.

Which is NOT important in effective communication?

a)

Wearing a red tie

b)

Making eye contact

c)

Using appropriate body language

d)

Using the appropriate tone

21.

In order to comprehend a message, you must be:

a)

In the conference room

b)

Wearing a suit or dress

c)

Using a telephone

d)

Actively listening

22.

All of the following are examples of active listening, EXCEPT:

a)

Showing interest in the message

b)

Staring out the window

c)

Making eye contact with the messenger

d)

Not interrupting the messenger

23.

Good customer service is the ability of an organisation to constantly and consistently exceed:

a)

The speed of sound

b)

The customer's expectations

c)

The rainfall in South America

d)

Their competitor's sales

24.

True or False: Communication skills are vital to individuals and businesses

a)

True

b)

False

25.

A good, clear speaker…

a)

Understands what he/she wants to say

b)

Considers the audience and the setting

c)

Checks to assure understanding, and listens to responses

d)

All of the above

26.

A good, active listener…

a)

Remains quiet while listening

b)

Interrupts the speaker

c)

Answers his/her cell phone during the presentation

d)

Makes fun of the speaker

27.

Which of the following is an example of a professional email address?

a)

justinbeiberismyhero@mail.com

b)

George.Washington@mail.com

c)

ilovedogs@mail.com

d)

What.What@mail.com

28.

Which of the following is NOT an example of proper telephone etiquette in the workplace?

a)

Helping the caller even if it isn't your job

b)

Identifying yourself and your company when answering a call

c)

Rushing the caller to get off the phone

d)

Answering the phone before the third ring

29.

We communicate by:

a)

Speech (Telephone call, conversations, etc)

b)

Visuals (Body language, facial expressions)

c)

Writing (Letter, emails, newsletters, etc)

d)

All of the above

30.

When is it NOT appropriate to shake hands with someone?

a)

In the middle of a presentation

b)

Upon meeting someone for the first time

c)

At the start of an interview

d)

After a meeting to show agreement

31.

When shaking hands, you should always:

a)

Wear heavy cologne or perfume

b)

Make eye contact

c)

Make sure your hand is sweaty

d)

Shake repeatedly until the person begs you to stop

32.

communicating non-verbally through conscious or unconscious gestures and movements is called?

a)

Attitude

b)

Gratitude

c)

Sign Language

d)

Body Language

33.

A statement that a situation is unsatisfactory or unacceptable

a)

Character

b)

Complaint

c)

Compliment

d)

Cover letter

34.

Building a relationship with a customer is called:

a)

Friendship

b)

Chatting

c)

Rapport

d)

Dating

35.

Includes gestures, facial expressions, and body positions

a)

Feedback

b)

Verbal Communication

c)

Dance

d)

Non-Verbal Communication

36.

The use of sounds and words to express yourself

a)

Non-Verbal Communication

b)

Customer Service

c)

Interpretive Dance

d)

Verbal Communication

37.

Which of the following is positive body language to use when speaking?

a)

Fold your arms or cross your legs

b)

Stand behind a lectern and keep your body hidden

c)

Keep your arms open and use open gestures

d)

Dont make eye contact

38.

Which of these is a best way to ask questions?

a)

Use open questions that encourage a full response

b)

Ask only a question that requires yes/no response

c)

Use leading words to suggest the response you require

d)

Ask something that you wouldn't want to answer

39.

Which of the following are parts of active listening? Tick whichever applies.

a)

Clarifying

b)

Interrupting

c)

Rephrasing

d)

Being quiet

40.

The use of words or phrases that are disrespectful towards others is called

a)

assertive behaviour

b)

passive behaviour

c)

aggressive behaviour

d)

dormant behaviour

41.

A friend tells you,"I'm afraid my classmate is telling bad things about me behind my back. I don't know what to do. I am so upset about this." Which of the following response is a paraphrase?

a)

You are feeling very upset because your close friend has betrayed you.

b)

Dont be hasty. First confirm if the information is true and then you can confront him. It might be a rumor.

c)

You are afraid that your classmate is telling bad things about you behind your back. You dont know what to do and you are very upset about this.

d)

I think you have very low self esteem. That is why you think others are talking behind you. You need to be more confident about yourself.

42.

If Meena had come, she would have won.

a)

If she hadn't won, she'd have come.

b)

Meena did not win because she did not come.

c)

When Meena came, she always won.

d)

Meena didn't come, but she won anyway.

43.

John is English but Anne isn't; She's American.

a)

Anne is English.

b)

John isn't English.

c)

John isn't American.

d)

John and Anne aren't English.

44.

You can't come without a ticket.

a)

You mustn't go with a ticket.

b)

You can come if you have a ticket.

c)

You dont need a ticket to come.

d)

You cannot buy a ticket now.

45.

Is Coca-Cola or Pepsi better? Choose the STRONGEST claim:

a)

Coke is better than Pepsi because more people in the world like it.

b)

I believe Pepsi is better because it tastes better than Coke.

c)

Coca-Cola is better a drink than Pepsi

d)

Coca-Cola has more sales and flavor options, and therefore, is better than Pepsi.

46.

What is the best synonym for 'meticulous'?

a)

moderate

b)

careful

c)

needing attention

d)

conscientious

47.

what is the synonym of the word 'piety'?

a)

faith

b)

honor

c)

integrity

d)

honesty

48.

How many students in your class ___________ from Japan?

a)

comes

b)

came

c)

come

d)

are coming

49.

There ________ a load of laundry to do.

a)

is

b)

are

50.

If it's worrying you, you should ________ your mind.

a)

speak

b)

talk

c)

either speak or talk can be used

d)

neither speak nor talk can be used

51.

Where _________ Anitha and Maria at 6 p.m yesterday?

a)

was

b)

were

c)

is

d)

was

52.

How confident are you with your communication skills?

a)

Very confident

b)

I am ok

c)

Average

d)

Not very confident

e)

Need to improve a lot

53.

Complete the sentence using the correct question word.


Elsa : __________ is Ann?

Elwis : She is a manager at M&S.

a)

Who

b)

Where

c)

Which

d)

When

54.

Complete the sentence using the correct question word.


Richard: _______ have they done?

Salman : They broke the window.

a)

Which

b)

Whom

c)

Who

d)

What

55.

A pronoun is a word that takes the place of a noun.

A personal pronoun is used to substitute the names of people or things that perform actions.

Common Personal Pronouns include: I, me, he, she, it, him, her, you, we, they, them.


Mother and father are at home. _________ are sleeping.

a)

She

b)

He

c)

We

d)

They

56.

A pronoun is a word that takes the place of a noun.

A personal pronoun is used to substitute the names of people or things that perform actions.

Common Personal Pronouns include: I, me, he, she, it, him, her, you, we, they, them.


The plates are still dirty. You need to wash ________ again.

a)

he

b)

she

c)

them

d)

you

57.

Choose the expressions of agreeing.

a)

That's so true..

b)

I prefer coffee to tea..

c)

I totally agree with you.

d)

You are absolutely right.

58.

Choose the expressions of disagreeing.

a)

I'm afraid I disagree.

b)

I don't think so.

c)

I couldn't agree more.

d)

He would prefer to take English.

59.

Making suggestions:


Hi David. We are going to the mountains. Why __________ come with us.

a)

don't you

b)

doesn't you

c)

do you

d)

are you

60.

Making suggestions:


It's getting late. I suggest we _______ a taxi

a)

take

b)

took

c)

taking

d)

to take

61.

Asking for clarifications:


Which sentence is correct sentence?

a)

I no understand

b)

I not understand

c)

I don't understand

62.

I'm sorry. I didn't _________ what you said.

a)

catch up

b)

catch

c)

catch out

63.

What is the definition of communication?

a)

Act of transferring information from one person to another.

b)

Sending a letter to another person.

c)

Transmission of facial expression.

64.

A good communication must include which of the following elements?

a)

Sender, Talking, Writing

b)

Sender, Writing, Discussion

c)

Sender, Message, Recipient

65.

Which of the following is NOT the category of communication?

a)

Written communication

b)

Eye contact

c)

Non - verbal communication

66.

Which of the following is NOT a skill needed to be a competent communicator?

a)

Good vocabulary

b)

Attentiveness

c)

Coordination

67.

Which of the following is NOT the nature of interpersonal communication.

a)

Involves verbal and non-verbal

b)

Involves interdependent individuals

c)

Must be face to face communication

68.

Which of the following is NOT part of the listening process?

a)

Receiving

b)

Looking into another persons eyes

c)

Responding

69.

Process of evaluating involves?

a)

Judging the value of message

b)

Giving feedback to another person

c)

Remembering a message

70.

Which of the following is NOT a type of feedback?

a)

Formative feedback

b)

Summative feedback

c)

Informative feedback

71.

What is the primary tool involved in the receiving process?

a)

Notebook

b)

Ears

c)

Communication

72.

Process of understanding involves...

a)

Communicating with proper vocabulary

b)

Focusing on the speaker

c)

Learning the meaning of the message

73.

How important are communication skills in your profession

a)

Very important

b)

important

c)

less important

d)

not at all important

74.

Good listening skills include:

a)

a message, a sender, and a reveiver.

b)

labeling, cultural sensitivity, and talking slowly.

c)

verbal message, written communication and a receiver

d)

showing interst, hearing the message, and not interrupting

75.

It is a communication between individuals in a personal relationship which builds through time and involves their thoughts and feelings to a certain level.

a)

Intrapersonal communication

b)

Public communication

c)

Interpersonal communucation

d)

Small group communication

76.

In this type of communication you think and learn about yourself, talk and reason with yourself, and evaluate yourself.

a)

Public communication

b)

Interpersonal comunucation

c)

Online communication

d)

Intrapersonal communication

77.

You meet with your group mates to talk about your project. What type of communication do you have?

a)

Intrapersonal communication

b)

Interpersonal communication

c)

Small group communication

d)

Public communication

78.
Being able to stand up for your own rights in a calm and positive way is called?
a)
Verbal Communication
b)
Assertiveness
c)
Confidence
d)
Being Bold
79.

Essence of communication is

a)

intent implementation impact

b)

thoughts feelings and emotions

c)

sharing caring and progressing

d)

interaction and reaction

80.

Emotional intelligence is ________________________________.

a)

being smart about emotional situations

b)

the ability to understand, use, and manage our emotions.

c)

never getting angry

81.

What emotion are the eyes showing?

a)

Playful

b)

Comforting

c)

Irritated

d)

Boring

82.

What emotion are the eyes showing?

a)

Terrified

b)

Upset

c)

Arrogant

d)

Annoyed

83.

Listening improves business or career by

a)

Increases interpersonal trust

b)

Encourages timely feed back

c)

Increases perceptions of integrity

d)

improves costumer service and loyalty

e)

All of the above

84.

What are the characteristics for effective business communication

a)

Consideration

b)

Feedback Skills

c)

Modify the message according to the audience

d)

Courtesy

85.

Public Speaking Skills can connect with an audience through telling a story

a)

True

b)

False

86.

"Use simple language and easy sentences structure in composing message" this statement refers to?

a)

Make effective use of grapevine

b)

Clarity of Purpose

c)

Feedback

d)

Multiple channels of communication

87.

Interpersonal Communication Skills is exchange of information through verbal and non- verbal methods

a)

True

b)

False

88.

Postures, gestures, and facial expressions, to send messages is called (a)   .

89.

Nonverbal communication is getting messages across without using words.

a)

True

b)

False

90.

Expressing feelings, thoughts, or experiences with words , either by speaking or writing.

a)

Nonverbal Communication

b)

Verbal Communication

c)

Communication

d)

Body Language

91.

Communication is a (a)   way process or exchanging of information between the sender and the receiver of the message.

92.

Which of the following is an example of oral communication ?

a)

Newspapers

b)

Letters

c)

E-mail

d)

Phone Call

93.

Which of the following skills are important to communicate properly ?

a)

Reading

b)

Writing

c)

Speaking

d)

All of the above

94.

What are the types of words we should use for verbal communication?

a)

Acronyms

b)

Simple

c)

Technical

d)

Jargons

95.

Which of these is a positive (good) facial expression?

a)

Frowning while concentrating

b)

Maintaning eye contact

c)

Smiling continuously

d)

Rolling up your eyes

96.

Which of the following statement is true about communication?

a)

50% of our communication is non-verbal

b)

20% communication is done using body movements, face, arms, etc.

c)

5% communication is done using voice, tone, pauses, etc.

d)

7 % communication is done using words

97.

Keeping a good posture is important because

a)

customers may be judging you

b)

it helps show the customer you are confident and have a good attitude

c)

you may stretch your uniform and have to pay for another one

d)

it will help the customer understand that you are a health conscious person

98.

Tone of voice can reveal your true feelings

a)

True

b)

False

99.

Act of moving one's body parts, usually arms, hands, legs, as a means of expression is called as

a)

gestures

b)

facial expressions

c)

Vocal distractions

d)

fluency

100.

The gesture of crossed arms means that the person is most likely _____________ .

a)

protecting themselves

b)

angry

c)

selfish

d)

upset

101.

Voice modulation can make communication

a)

Boring

b)

Artificial

c)

Interesting

d)

Monotonous

102.

A good communication should be

a)

Clear, concise and coherent

b)

Loud, fast and coherent

c)

Slow, monotonous and coherent

d)

Loud, monotonous and concise

103.

What is the standard acceptable distance between conversational partners in Canada?

a)

300 cm

b)

200 cm

c)

60 cm

d)

15 cm

104.

What is communication?

a)

process of transmitting the information

b)

process of changing information

c)

process of sharing thought, ideas and feeling

105.

According to Keyton, communication is....?

a)

process of transmitting information and common understanding

b)

process of exchanging information

c)

process of sharing thought and ideas

106.

Which is not the Model of Communication

a)

Laswell Model

b)

Aristotle Model

c)

Brain Model

107.

Message is a _________.

a)

visual image

b)

verbal utterance

c)

verbal utterance, visual image, and non-verbal behaviour

108.

Channel is one of the _____________ of communication.

a)

tool

b)

route

c)

way

109.

Feedback is a _____ and _________ to a message.

a)

idea and thought

b)

reaction and response

c)

idea and understanding

110.

What is intrapersonal communication?

a)

talking to yourself

b)

talking to other

c)

speaking in public

111.

What is interpersonal communication?

a)

talking to yourself

b)

talking to other people

c)

talking to public

112.

Aristotle model of communication is ?

a)

speaker -speech-audience

b)

speaker-message-audience-feedback

c)

speaker -message-audience-feedback-response

113.

Laswell communication model is?

a)

communicator-message-medium-receiver-response

b)

communicator-message-medium-receiver-feedback

c)

communicator -message-medium-receiver

114.

The following are the barriers in communication, Except.

a)

role

b)

culture

c)

tool

115.

Why culture is one of the barriers in communication?

a)

because different people have different culture

b)

because people have the same culture

c)

because living in one place

116.

Disabilities can be one barrier in communication because.

a)

people dont understand sign language

b)

people are able to understand disable people

c)

people are not understand disable people and their language

117.

in communication process, the most important things that you need to understand is?

a)

language

b)

action

c)

response

118.

Effective communication may lead you to a successful ____________.

a)

speaker

b)

audience

c)

listener