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Communication Exam

Total questions: 92

Worksheet time: 47mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Presenting a class report.

a)

Verbal

b)

Non-verbal

2.

Smiling.

a)

Verbal

b)

Non-verbal

3.

Choose the main reasons for communication

a)

To offer reassurance

b)

To express feelings and/or concerns

c)

To form/build relationships

d)

All of the above

4.

What is a process of exchanging meaning involving verbal and non-verbal cues?

a)

Verbal Communication

b)

Non-verbal Communication

c)

Gestures

d)

Communication

5.

The meaning or the information, thoughts or ideas in communication is called _____

a)

channel

b)

encoding

c)

message

d)

decoding

6.

The reaction of the receiver in communication is called ______

a)

communication

b)

message

c)

feedback

d)

receiver

7.

Posting pictures in instagram can be classified as ______ communication

a)

effective

b)

written

c)

visual

d)

non-verbal

8.

Sign language can be classified as ______ communication

a)

verbal

b)

written

c)

visual

d)

non-verbal

9.

Which is NOT an example of verbal communication?

a)

Letter

b)

Speaking

c)

Sign language

d)

Body gesture

10.

Communication is the process of interchanging information, ideas, feelings, and opinionswith or without the use of words.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

11.

Non-verbal communication is communication with the use of words and language.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

12.

Communication without words is called

a)

Silent speaking

b)

Verbal communication

c)

Nonverbal communication

d)

Interpersonal communication

13.

Using your face to communicate a feeling is called

a)

facial expression

b)

gesture

c)

impression

14.

Which is NOT an example of verbal communication?

a)

Talking

b)

Word choice

c)

Conversations

d)

Eye contact

15.

The image shows a form of ______________ _______________

a)

Verbal communication

b)

Non verbal communication

c)

All of the above

16.

The image above can mean:

a)

I agree

b)

I do not agree

c)

I don't know

d)

All of the above

17.

Facial Expressions:

a)

smiling, frowning and even blinking

b)

running, jumping, swimming

c)

text, read, send

d)

screaming, crying, laughing

18.

This emoji is what type of communication?

a)

Verbal

b)

Nonverbal

19.

Examples of correctly using speech and volume skills include...

a)

Giving the right info, speaking at the right volume, and articulating your words.

b)

Speaking softly, use long pauses, and positive facial expressions.

c)

Keep eye contact, speaking loudly, and using the right language.

d)

Hold your head high, yell all your words, and keep your eyes closed.

20.

Which is NOT a type of non-verbal language?

a)

Body language

b)

Word choice

c)

Tone of your voice

d)

Appearance

21.

What is communication?

a)

message, audience, purpose

b)

a conversation

c)

the transfer of meaning from one being to another

d)

persuasion, information, and entrainment or empathy

22.

What is interpersonal communication?

a)

communication with oneself

b)

one on one communication

c)

small group communication

d)

public speaking

23.

Which is an example of verbal communication?

a)

any words used to send a message

b)

the tone of the speaker's voice

c)

body language such as posture

d)

fillers such as um, uh, er, or ah

24.

What is an example of non verbal communication?

a)

vocabulary used in a conversation

b)

the way words are organized or the order ideas are put into

c)

gestures or facial expressions

d)

words written in a text message

25.

What is an example of feedback?

a)

asking the sender a question

b)

nodding your head in agreement

c)

rolling your eyes or shaking your head to disagree

d)

all of these are examples of feedback

26.

What is paralanguage?

a)

a verbal aspect of communication

b)

how someone says something, such as the tone of their voice

c)

figuring out the message

d)

it's a type of encoding

27.

What is an example of kinesics?

a)

pointing while giving someone directions

b)

a person's facial expressions

c)

any body movement

d)

all of these are examples of kinesics

28.

Which is a tip for good conversation mentioned in our class lesson?

a)

Talk about yourself as much as possible so you never run out of things to say.

b)

Don't ask very many questions to avoid confusing the person to whom you're talking.

c)

Change the subject often to keep it interesting.

d)

None of these are tips for good conversation mentioned in our lesson.

29.

What is proxemics in nonverbal communication?

a)

The use of space, such as how close or far you are from someone

b)

Body motion and movement

c)

How you say something, such as expression in your voice.

d)

None of these

30.

What is the role of feedback in the communication process?

a)

It doesn't really have a role, it just happens

b)

It usually just confuses conversation

c)

It can send important messages about understanding

d)

It is a type of noise (a distraction)

31.

What is it called when a receiver's feedback doesn't match up with what they mean (such as nodding and smiling when you're confused).

a)

a mixed message

b)

proxemics

c)

social space

d)

encoding

32.

Filler phrases are considered

a)

verbal - they're words!

b)

non-verbals - they mean nothing!

33.

Which is true about the use of space during communication?

a)

it can vary with culture

b)

it varies by person

c)

it connects with comfort& familiarity

d)

all of these are true

34.

In America, which of these non-verbals often equals importance?

a)

kinesics

b)

space

c)

time

d)

all of these

35.

What should you keep in mind about appearance?

a)

consider appearance, it sends a message about you

b)

people make judgements based on appearance

c)

try to be neat and well-groomed

d)

all of these are true

36.
Tone of voice can reveal your true feelings
a)
TRUE
b)
FALSE
37.
Communication without words is called
a)
Silent speaking
b)
Verbal communication
c)
Nonverbal communication
d)
Interpersonal communication
38.
What type of nonverbal communication do you see being violated?
a)
Space
b)
Eye contact 
c)
Smiles
d)
Tone of voice
39.
What would you call this?
a)
Negative Body Language
b)
Eye contact
c)
Lying
d)
A gesture
40.
Proxemics has to do with how close or far you stand when speaking with someone.
a)
True
b)
False
41.
A person's clothes is an important aspect of nonverbal communication.
a)
True
b)
False
42.
The functions of nonverbal language are...
a)
to agree with or contradict verbal messages
b)
to replace verbal messages
c)
to emphasize verbal messages
d)
all of the above
43.

Gestures and eye contact can mean different things in

a)

American

b)

school

c)

the work environment

d)

different cultures

44.

Which 6 things are a part of nonverbal communication?

a)

Appearances, gestures, eye contact, posture, facial expression & proxemics

b)

Tone, gestures, eye contact, posture, facial expression & proxemics

c)

Appearances, gestures, eye contact, posture, facial expression & culture

d)

Appearances, gestures, eye contact, hygiene, facial expression & proxemics

45.

Symbols are a part of nonverbal communication.

a)

True

b)

False

c)

Sometimes

d)

in other cultures

46.

We are always communicating; even when sleeping.

a)

Not possible

b)

Not sure

c)

Yes

d)

Maybe

47.

According to the video by the Communications professor & his students, __________ of people's attention is on nonverbal gestures, facial expression, and clothes when communicating.

a)

50%

b)

25%

c)

10%

d)

93%

48.
Which is not a type of non-verbal language?
a)
body language
b)
word choice
c)
paralanguage
d)
appearance
49.

Nonverbal communication may contradict verbal communication.

a)

True

b)

False

50.

Nonverbal communication is universal.

a)

True

b)

False

51.

Which a gesture is most likely universal?

a)
b)
c)
d)
52.
Which one of these is the most powerful of all communications
a)
Pitch
b)
Touch
c)
Volume
d)
Space
53.

Communication is defined as: the exchange of information, feelings, thoughts, or ideas.

a)

True

b)

False

54.

It's important when you're communicating with someone to not send mixed messages. A mixed message is when your words say one thing but, your body language says another:

a)

True

b)

False

55.

Active listening involves:

a)

asking questions

b)

repeating back what the other person said

c)

making eye contact

d)

all the above

56.

Assertive speakers are those who share honest expressions of his/her own feelings, needs and wants while respecting those of others:

a)

True

b)

False

57.

Effective communication skills are only important now, while your in school:

a)

True

b)

False

58.
Which of the following are rules for good listening?
a)
Stop Talking
b)
Put talker at ease
c)
Remove distractions
d)
All of the above
59.

What a person texts is categorized under which type of communication?

a)

Verbal

b)

Non-Verbal

60.

Verbal communication skills are important for any career, whether you use it in informal conversations or business presentations.

a)

True

b)

False

61.
The following are all examples of _______________________ cues: gestures, eye contact, posture, facial expressions, and physical appearance. 
a)
verbal
b)
environmental
c)
physical
d)
non-verbal
62.
Extroverts are......
a)
Shy and Quiet
b)
Outgoing and Loud
c)
Lacking leadership skills
d)
Soft and Shy
63.

Which sports do introverts tend to like?

a)

Individual Sports

b)

Team Sports

64.

Extraverts prefer to spend their freetime.....

a)

alone

b)

with people

65.

During a social event Introverts are more....

a)

observant

b)

interactive

66.

Extraverts are energized by....

a)

crowds of people

b)

alone time

67.

During conversation Introverts tend to be....

a)

natural listeners

b)

natural talkers

68.

Wanting to spending time alone is a characteristic of....

a)

an Introvert

b)

an Extravert

69.

___________________ are re-energized by alone time.

a)

Introverts

b)

Extraverts

70.

________ tend to talk a lot more during conversation.

a)

Introverts

b)

Extraverts

71.

Body language can also be called:

a)

Attitude

b)

Extrovert

c)

Non-verbal communication

d)

Verbal communication

72.

a person who prefers calm environments, limits social engagement, or embraces a greater than average preference for solitude.

a)

Extrovert

b)

Homebody

c)

Introvert

d)

Life of the party

73.

an outgoing, gregarious person who thrives in dynamic environments and seeks to maximize social engagement.

a)

Introvert

b)

Life of the party

c)

Homebody

d)

Extrovert

74.
An Aggressive person
a)
Is sensitive to the feelings of others
b)
Is calm
c)
Looks ahead and plans
d)
Likes to make all the decisions
75.
Being assertive shows that we
a)
Can take charge
b)
Don't care
c)
Respect ourselves and others
d)
Are scared of others
76.
Why is being too passive a problem?
a)
You feel taken advantage of
b)
People dislike you
c)
Hard to keep friends
d)
You disrespect others
77.
An assertive person
a)
Reacts to other people’s actions
b)
Usually does not state his or her needs
c)
Knows his or her own mind and goals
d)
Does not plan ahead
78.
You have a friend who is always late meeting you. You should:
a)
Yell at them about it
b)
Live with it
c)
Tell them they are a good friend but you are upset
d)
Lie to them about the real time
79.
Being assertive shows that we
a)
Can take charge
b)
Don't care
c)
Respect ourselves and others
d)
Are scared of others
80.
When I make a mistake, I should acknowledge it.
a)
True
b)
False
81.

Is this image assertive, passive, or aggressive?

a)

assertive

b)

passive

c)

aggressive

82.

Is this image assertive, passive, or aggressive?

a)

assertive

b)

passive

c)

aggressive

83.

What is communication?

a)

Communication is one person talking to the wall.

b)

Communication is the activity of conveying information.

c)

Communication is one person keeping all information.

d)

Communication is only passed through pictures,

84.

Communication is broken down into the following main categories (select all that apply)

a)

Verbal

b)

Invisible

c)

Non-Verbal

d)

Make Believe

85.

__________________________ communication is subcategorized into written and oral.

a)

Non-Verbal

b)

Invisible

c)

Make Believe

d)

Verbal

86.

Something that is sent or said is the

a)

message

b)

symbol

c)

sender

d)

communication

87.

Non-Verbal communication includes which of the following (select all that apply):

a)

smile

b)

gestures

c)

posture

d)

letters

e)

eye contact

88.

When you send an email, you should use a practical subject line that gives a short summary of the message in the email.

a)

True

b)

False

89.

Based on his non-verbal communication, how do you think this man feels?

a)

excited

b)

happy

c)

sad

d)

angry

90.

The Communication Process has 5 parts, select the correct order.

a)

creation, transmission, reception, translation, response

b)

transmission, response, creation, translation, reception

c)

response, translation, reception, transmission, creation

d)

translation, reception, transmission, response, creation

91.

Your appearance is an example of non-verbal communication.

a)

True

b)

False

92.

Why is dressing appropriately for an interview so important?

a)

It sets a good first impression

b)

It sets a positive tone for the interview

c)

It gives you a competitive edge

d)

All of these are reasons why it is important to dress appropriately for an interview.