Listening

Listen to the audio and click on the correct sentence.

• They are playing at school.

• They are drawing a picture.

• I am playing at school.

I ... to English songs.

What is the primary purpose of active listening in communication?

• To prepare your response while the other person is speaking

• To genuinely understand the speaker's message

• To interrupt the speaker with your own thoughts

• To agree with everything the speaker says

Which of the following is a key component of effective listening?

• Speaking more than the other person

• Avoiding eye contact

• Providing feedback

• Ignoring non-verbal cues

In the context of listening, what does 'paraphrasing' mean?

• Repeating the speaker's words verbatim

• Summarizing the speaker's message in your own words

• Asking unrelated questions

• Changing the subject

Which of the following is NOT a barrier to effective listening?

• Prejudices

• Active engagement

• Distractions

• Preconceived notions

What is the role of non-verbal communication in listening?

• It has no role

• It contradicts verbal communication

• It supports and enhances understanding

• It is more important than verbal communication

Which of the following best describes 'empathetic listening'?

• Listening to respond

• Listening to understand and share feelings

• Listening to criticize

• Listening to ignore

What is the difference between hearing and listening?

• Hearing is passive; listening is active

• Hearing is active; listening is passive

• They are the same

• Listening is involuntary; hearing is voluntary

Which of the following strategies can improve listening skills?

• Interrupting frequently

• Avoiding eye contact

• Taking notes

• Ignoring the speaker