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Basic Communication

Total questions: 16

Worksheet time: 8mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Communication is the process by which people exchange information through verbal & nonverbal messages to achieve understanding.

a)

True

b)

False

2.

Humans communicate through a process of

a)

Encoding & Decoding

b)

Talking

c)

Listening

3.

Which of the following is an example of non-verbal communication?

a)

Speaking

b)

Listening

c)

Gesturing

4.

What is the term for communication that occurs between two people?

a)

Interpersonal Communication

b)

Verbal Communication

c)

Written communication

5.

What does it signify when someone crosses their arms tightly across their chest?

a)

Openness and receptiveness

b)

Defensiveness or closed-off attitude

c)

Confidence and assertiveness

6.

In which of the following situations is it appropriate to maintain a "personal space" distance?

a)

Giving a presentation to a large audience

b)

Attending a crowded concert

c)

Job Interview

7.

What does it suggest when someone invades your personal space without permission?

a)

Disrespect

b)

Appropriate

c)

Welcoming

8.

What does it indicate when someone maintains direct eye contact during a conversation?

a)

Aggression

b)

Interest and attention

c)

Disinterest

9.

Which of the following is a form of verbal communication?

a)

Emailing

b)

Speaking

c)

Sign language

10.

What is the appropriate distance for a casual conversation between acquaintances?

a)

Personal space

b)

Social space

c)

Public space

11.

What is verbal communication?

a)

Writing letters to friends

b)

Using hand signals

c)

Talking to someone

d)

Drawing pictures

12.

How can written communication be different from verbal communication?

a)

It uses gestures instead of words

b)

It can be reviewed and edited before sending

c)

It is always spoken out loud

d)

It cannot convey emotions

13.

Why is non-verbal communication important?

a)

It conveys the emotional part of the message

b)

It is the primary means of communication

c)

It is more precise than verbal communication

d)

It can replace verbal communication in all contexts

14.

Which of the following is a barrier to effective communication?

a)

Active listening

b)

Cultural differences

c)

Clear messaging

d)

Positive feedback

15.

The primary function of non-verbal communication is to:

a)

Replace verbal communication

b)

Contradict what is being said verbally

c)

Complement, accent, or contradict verbal messages

d)

Serve as the only means of communication in high-context cultures

16.

A major barrier to effective communication is:

a)

Feedback

b)

Noise

c)

Clarity in messaging

d)

Active listening