Question 1

Listening requires nonverbal as well as verbal communication involvement.

Accepted Answer

Nonverbal communication such as facial expressions, tone of voice, and body language play a crucial role in effective listening.

Question 2

The first step of listening involves interpreting what you perceive.

Accepted Answer

The first step of listening involves hearing, which is the physical process of sound waves entering the ear and being converted into electrical signals that can be processed by the brain. Interpretation comes later in the listening process.

Question 3

External noise is one of the barriers to effective listening.

Accepted Answer

External noise such as background noise, interruptions, and environmental sounds can disrupt the process of listening and make it difficult to understand and retain information.

Question 4

Becoming a better speaker is one of the benefits of effective listening.

Accepted Answer

One of the benefits of effective listening is that it can improve communication skills, which includes speaking. By actively listening to others, individuals can learn how to better articulate their own thoughts and ideas when speaking.

Question 5

A critical and evaluative attitude is the basis for effective listening.

Accepted Answer

A critical and evaluative attitude allows the listener to analyze and assess the information provided by the speaker, leading to a better understanding of the message being conveyed. This, in turn, leads to effective listening.

Question 6

Which of the following is not a benefit of effective listening?&#10;A) appreciating others&#10;B) becoming a better speaker&#10;C) learning new topics&#10;D) loosing weight

Accepted Answer

Losing weight is not a benefit of effective listening. The other options (A, B, and C) are commonly recognized benefits of effective listening.

Question 7

Which of the following is not one of the five stages of listening?&#10;A) receiving&#10;B) attending&#10;C) effort&#10;D) evaluating

Accepted Answer

The five stages of listening are receiving, attending, understanding, responding, and remembering. "Effort" is not one of the stages.

Question 8

Which of the following is not one of the barriers to listening?&#10;A) external noise&#10;B) rapid thought&#10;C) acceptance&#10;D) judgmental frame of reference

Accepted Answer

Acceptance is not a barrier to listening, but rather a facilitator of it. Accepting the speaker's perspective and feelings can help create a safe and open environment for communication. The other options listed (external noise, rapid thought, judgmental frame of reference) can all hinder effective listening.

Question 9

Becoming a better speaker is one of the benefits of effective listening.&#10;A) learning about new topics&#10;B) keep an open mind&#10;C) support the speaker&#10;D). identify specific purpose and main points

Accepted Answer

Effective listening allows you to learn about new topics, which can enhance your knowledge and improve your speaking skills.

Question 10

Which of the following is not one of the steps for the Standard Impromptu Speech?&#10;A) Select one thought&#10;B) Organize your thought into a pattern&#10;C) Support your points with specifics&#10;D) Construct a conclusion with a preview of points

Accepted Answer

The fourth step of the Standard Impromptu Speech is to construct a conclusion with a summary of points, not a preview of points.

Question 11

Discuss the audience member's need for effective listening.

Accepted Answer

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Question 12

Discuss some of the benefits of effective listening.

Accepted Answer

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Deck 6: Listening to Others