IC - THE IMPACT OF NONVERBAL COMMUNICATION

1. Which of these is a nonverbal cue?

•  A. Saying hello.

•  B. Texting a friend.

•  C. Smiling warmly.

•  D. Reading aloud.

2. What makes interpreting nonverbal cues in intercultural communication difficult?

•  A. People always use the same body language

•  B. All cultures teach nonverbal communication the same way

• C. A gesture in one culture may mean something completely different in another

•  D. Nonverbal communication is never used across cultures

3. In Thai culture, why is touching someone’s head considered offensive?

• A. Because it’s believed to bring bad luck

• B. Because the head is considered sacred

•  C. Because it’s a sign of superiority

•  D. Because it’s associated with punishment

4. 4. What is the reason using the left hand to give something is seen as impolite in Thailand?

• A. Because the left hand is traditionally used for writing

•  B. Because the left hand is believed to be spiritually weak

• C. Because it is associated with personal hygiene

• D. Because it is seen as a masculine gesture

5. 5. A thumbs-up gesture used instead of saying “good job” is an example of:

• A. Repeating
  

• B. Contradicting

• C. Substituting

• D. Accenting

6. 6. Which of the following is not one of the five ways nonverbal cues relate to verbal messages?

• A. Repeat

• B. Contradict

• C. Substitute

• D. Translate

7. 7. Nonverbal gestures are usually:

• A. The same in every country
  

• B. Culturally specific and sometimes unclear
  

• C. Taught in schools
  

• D. Only used when people are angry

8. 8. Why might nonverbal communication cause misunderstandings between people from different cultures?

• A. Because everyone uses the same gestures
  

• B. Because verbal language is always clearer
  

• C. Because the meaning of gestures varies across cultures
  

• D. Because people ignore body language

9. 9. Which of the following statements is TRUE about verbal messages?
   

• A. They are always unintentional
  

• B. They emphasize clear content and meaning
  

• C. They are mainly used for expressing emotions
  

• D. They are usually misunderstood

10. 10. When a nonverbal cue repeats a verbal message, it:

• A. Confuses the listener
  

• B. Changes the meaning of the verbal message
  

• C. Reinforces and clarifies the spoken words

  
  

• D. Contradicts the speaker’s intent