Communication

The Unspoken Lexicon: A Quiz on Non-Verbal Cues

Eight questions to evaluate your knowledge of the principles, interpretations, and cultural variables of non-verbal communication.

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In a business negotiation, one party consistently avoids eye contact while speaking. According to communication research, which of the following is the LEAST likely accurate interpretation of this behavior in a Western context?
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2
Paralanguage refers to the vocal elements that accompany speech. Which of the following is NOT considered a component of paralanguage?
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3
Proxemics, the study of personal space, defines the 'social zone' as typically ranging from approximately what distance?
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A speaker crosses their arms tightly during a presentation. While often stereotyped as 'defensive,' what alternative, research-supported explanation could also be valid for this posture?
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Which term specifically describes the study of how touch communicates, including factors like pressure, duration, and location?
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A manager leans forward slightly, nods periodically, and maintains an open posture while a team member shares a problem. This cluster of behaviors is best described as primarily communicating:
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In the context of public speaking, which non-verbal channel is generally considered the MOST important for conveying the speaker's emotional state and credibility to the audience?
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According to studies on nonverbal leakage, when a person is attempting to conceal a strong emotion, which of the following is often the first and most difficult channel to control?
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The Unspoken Lexicon: A Quiz on Non-Verbal Cues

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In a business negotiation, one party consistently avoids eye contact while speaking. According to communication research, which of the following is the LEAST likely accurate interpretation of this behavior in a Western context?

Paralanguage refers to the vocal elements that accompany speech. Which of the following is NOT considered a component of paralanguage?

Proxemics, the study of personal space, defines the 'social zone' as typically ranging from approximately what distance?

A speaker crosses their arms tightly during a presentation. While often stereotyped as 'defensive,' what alternative, research-supported explanation could also be valid for this posture?

Which term specifically describes the study of how touch communicates, including factors like pressure, duration, and location?

A manager leans forward slightly, nods periodically, and maintains an open posture while a team member shares a problem. This cluster of behaviors is best described as primarily communicating:

In the context of public speaking, which non-verbal channel is generally considered the MOST important for conveying the speaker's emotional state and credibility to the audience?

According to studies on nonverbal leakage, when a person is attempting to conceal a strong emotion, which of the following is often the first and most difficult channel to control?

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