Communication Effectiveness Quiz

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What is considered an umbrella term for various skills that complement the hard skills or academic/professional skills?

Professional skills
Soft skills (correct)
Personality traits
Academic skills

What is affected by one's ability to collaborate and communicate?

Personality
Soft skills
Performance (correct)
Crisis resolution

What makes an individual's personality attractive?

Great soft skills (correct)
Pleasant presence
Personality traits
Academic skills

What do soft skills support building?

Confidence (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary for individuals to acquire soft skills?

Socialization (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of having good soft skills?

Good personality (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is essential in matters of communication according to the passage?

The physical presence of the addresser and addressee (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the problem with the student's text message to the teacher?

It seemed threatening (D) Signup and view all the answers

What did the doctor of Anesthesia do to create a positive impression?

He took less than five minutes to explain the tests and was polite (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was lacking in the instances cited in the passage, except for the doctor's case?

Soft skills (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the passage imply about Mr. X's behavior towards his customers?

He was indifferent and unwilling to help (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of citing the instances in the passage?

To avoid assuming soft skills are only a pedagogical issue (B) Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the personality traits that help in conducting smooth communication and executing tasks?

Friendliness, optimism, positivity (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to have soft skills in professional life?

To achieve a conflict-free outcome in tasks (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason why some individuals with excellent academic records may struggle in their professional careers?

Inadequate soft skills (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why do some individuals who are not outstanding scholars perform exceptionally well in their careers?

They possess excellent soft skills (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate goal of developing soft skills?

To have a conflict-free and optimized outcome (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why do we need help and assistance from others in our personal and professional lives?

To carry on with our work in a smooth manner (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the author's reaction to the conductor's apology after being trampled by his boots?

The author was impressed and forgot his pain (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of displaying politeness and courtesy in conversations?

It makes the listener feel good about us (B) Signup and view all the answers

What are some ways to make our conversations courteous?

Using words such as 'please', 'excuse me', 'thank you' (D) Signup and view all the answers

What kind of person would people not like to converse with?

Someone who is boastful, arrogant, and a bad listener (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of possessing good conversational skills?

It makes a long-lasting impression (A) Signup and view all the answers

What kind of personality does possessing good conversational skills lead to?

A dynamic personality (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of using language efficiently in job markets or academic spheres?

It enhances employability (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of soft skills that is crucial for personality development?

Language (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate goal of developing soft skills, including language?

To contribute to a better society (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of language in soft skills development?

It is a crucial tool (A) Signup and view all the answers

What will be discussed in the next modules of this course?

Interview skills and public speaking (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of efficient language use in the long run?

It becomes a habit that contributes to a better society (D) Signup and view all the answers