Communication Skills - MCM 301
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What is the term for the normal pitch of a speaker's voice?

Normal Pitch

An effective speaker should use a consistently slow rate of speech.

False

What are 3 barriers to communication?

  • Over-communication (correct)
  • Conflicting Information (correct)
  • Language Differences (correct)
  • Misunderstanding of Words (correct)
  • All of the above
  • What are the four stages of development for a group?

    <p>Forming, Storming, Norming, Performing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the abbreviation Q & A stand for?

    <p>Question and Answer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An effective speaker must focus on listening well.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three types of responses to an objection?

    <p>Agree, Re-approach, Arbitrate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The first step in planning a good-news letter is to use a fast-start opening.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should you use the indirect approach when writing a bad-news letter?

    <p>When the reader may be emotionally involved</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the five planning steps to a persuasive message?

    <p>Analyze your purpose, Analyze your audience, Establish your credibility, Strive for high ethical standards, Developing Persuasive Messages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some of the tools of persuasive writing?

    <p>Framing your arguments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in writing a persuasive message?

    <p>Get your reader’s attention.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You should always use the direct approach to writing a bad-news letter.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the four types of buffers you can use when writing a bad-news message?

    <p>Agreement, Appreciation, Cooperation, Fairness, Praise, Understanding, Good news</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What three steps can a speaker use to remain in control of a presentation when a disruption arises?

    <p>Remain Calm, Take Action, Be Flexible</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Study Notes

    Communication Skills - MCM 301

    • Course covers 45 lessons
    • Topics include communication, levels of communication, interpersonal communication, communication in organizations, listening, nonverbal communication, barriers, speech, and written communication
    • Table of Contents lists page numbers for each lesson
    • Additional lessons on writing resumes, and an overview are included.

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    This quiz covers essential topics in communication skills, including interpersonal communication, nonverbal cues, and communication in organizations. It also addresses barriers to effective communication and provides insights into both verbal and written communication strategies. Prepare to test your knowledge across 45 detailed lessons.

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