Active Listening Skills Quiz

What does it mean to be an active listener?

• Talking while someone is speaking

• Listening carefully and showing interest

• Looking at your phone

• Walking away

Why should we ask questions while listening?

• To interrupt the speaker

• To make the speaker stop talking

• To show we are interested and understand

• To confuse others

What should we do with our eyes when someone is speaking?

• Look away

• Close them

• Look at the speaker

• Roll our eyes

What does it mean to paraphrase?

• Say the exact same words

• Say something else

• Repeat everything loudly

• Say it in your own words

Why is eye contact important in listening?

• It helps us sleep

• It shows we are listening

• It makes us bored

• It scares the speaker

If someone is talking, what should you NOT do?

• Wait for your turn

• Interrupt them

• Nod your head

• Listen quietly

What shows good body language when listening?

• Turning your back

• Crossing your arms angrily

• Facing the speaker and nodding

• Playing with your pencil

Why is it bad to interrupt someone?

• It shows you're paying attention

• It's fun

• It shows you don't care what they're saying

• It helps them talk faster

Which is an example of positive listening behavior?

• Yawning loudly

• Asking questions politely

• Talking to someone else

• Looking bored

What is the best way to show someone you are listening?

• Sing a song

• Look away

• Keep quiet, look at them, and nod

• Sleep