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1
The greatest amount of time spent in communicating is devoted to _______.
A)speaking
B)writing
C)listening
D)preparing
2
Focusing on the message from the sender's point of view is also called _______.
A)passive listening
B)active listening
C)focused listening
D)deep listening
3
Most gestures and nonverbal communication are universally recognized.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
4
Nonverbal communication is described as everything but words.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
5
In the communication process, what is the most effective way to understand the message?
A)communicating nonverbally
B)body language
C)write it out
D)listening
6
Hearing is not the same as listening.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
7
Significant communication requires words.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
8
Which of the following help to show alertness?
A)Leaning forward slightly
B)arguing with the speaker
C)tapping your fingers
D)yawning
9
"Body language" refers to all but which of the following?
A)gestures
B)tone
C)facial expressions
D)posture
10
The first step in preparing an oral presentation is to:
A)determine the audience.
B)organize the message.
C)identify the purpose of the message.
D)prepare the visuals.





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