How to speak so that people want to listen | Julian Treasure

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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as one of the seven deadly sins of speaking?

  • Lying (correct)
  • Gossip
  • Negativity
  • Judging

What does the text suggest about the human voice?

  • It can only say 'I love you'
  • It is the only instrument we can all play
  • It is the most powerful sound in the world (correct)
  • It is an instrument that can start a war

Why do many people feel that others don't listen to them when they speak?

  • They speak too quietly
  • They don't have anything interesting to say
  • They have bad habits of speaking (correct)
  • They speak too loudly

What does the text say about gossip?

<p>It is one of the seven deadly sins of speaking (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the text?

<p>To suggest ways to speak powerfully for change (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the human voice considered the most powerful sound in the world?

<p>Because it can say 'I love you' (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the seven deadly sins of speaking mentioned in the text?

<p>Gossip (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text say about judging in conversation?

<p>It is a habit that should be avoided (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the habits that the text suggests we need to move away from?

<p>Negativity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do many people feel that others don't listen to them when they speak, according to the text?

<p>Because they fall into the seven deadly sins of speaking (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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