The Handshake

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Which ancient civilization is believed to have started the tradition of shaking hands?

Ancient Greece (correct)
Ancient Rome
Ancient China
Ancient Egypt

What message does a handshake typically convey in our society?

Peace and trust (correct)
Friendship and camaraderie
Agreement and finalization
Congratulations and good sportsmanship

What can a good handshake reveal about a person?

Their social skills (correct)
Their intelligence
Their cultural background
Their physical strength

What is the term used to describe a weak handshake?

Dead Fish (A) Signup and view all the answers

When is a handshake commonly used in the business world?

To show agreement (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the 'Dead Fish' handshake?

A weak handshake with little or no eye contact (A) Signup and view all the answers

What message does the 'Bone Crusher' handshake send?

Aggression and self-centeredness (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should you do with your palm when extending your hand for a handshake?

Keep your hand open (C) Signup and view all the answers

How many pumps is the normal amount during a handshake?

Two or three (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of eye contact during a handshake?

It sends the message of confidence, trust, and sincerity (A) Signup and view all the answers

True or false: The 'Dead Fish' handshake is characterized by a firm grip and good eye contact?

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

True or false: The 'Bone Crusher' handshake sends a message of aggression and self-centeredness?

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Practicing the handshake is not necessary for mastering the art of it?

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

Match the handshake type with its description:

Dead Fish = Almost lifeless hand, little effort to squeeze, lack of eye contact Bone Crusher = Grabs hand with excessive strength, inflicts discomfort or pain, aggressively pumps the hand Proper Handshake = Firm but not overpowering squeeze, two or three pumps, good eye contact Signup and view all the answers

Match the handshake part with its correct tip:

First Contact = Keep your palm open when extending it The Shake = Shake from your elbow, not your wrist Eye Contact = Maintain eye contact to send a message of confidence Parting Ways = Slowly release your grip after two or three pumps Signup and view all the answers

Match the handshake's message with its type:

Laziness, lack of confidence, lack of trustworthiness = Dead Fish Aggression, not caring, self-centeredness = Bone Crusher Confidence, trust, sincerity = Proper Handshake Signup and view all the answers