Nonverbal Communication Quiz

What is nonverbal communication?

• Communication through sign language

• Communication through unspoken physical and behavioral cues

• Communication through spoken words

• Communication through written messages

Which of the following is responsible for a huge proportion of nonverbal communication?

• Hand gestures

• Body language

• Facial expressions

• Eye contact

What does personal space refer to in nonverbal communication?

• The space around a person's body

• The space around a person's belongings

• The space around a person's work area

• The space around a person's social circle

What does extended gazing during eye contact indicate?

• Interest

• Confusion

• Boredom

• Menacing or threatening behavior

What does rapid blinking during eye contact indicate?

• Happiness

• Comfort

• Distress

• Confidence

What does pupil size indicate in nonverbal communication?

• Light levels in the environment

• Emotions and chemical levels within the body

• Physical health

• Mental alertness

What is haptics in nonverbal communication?

• Communication through eye contact

• Communication through facial expressions

• Communication through touch

• Communication through body language

What does outward appearance communicate in nonverbal communication?

• Social status

• All of the above

• Emotional state

• Personality traits

Which of the following is considered an artifact in nonverbal communication?

• Handshake

• Body language

• Uniforms

• Eye contact

What is the purpose of artifacts in nonverbal communication?

• All of the above

• To communicate familiarity

• To establish power or control

• To convey emotions