Listening Skills Quiz - CBSE Class 8 English
Free practice quiz: Listening Skills (CBSE Class 8 English). 20 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations. Play online, no sign-up needed.
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What is the main goal of listening attentively in communication?
- To formulate a response
- To understand the speaker's message
- To pass the time
- To correct the speaker
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Answer: B. To understand the speaker's message
Listening attentively helps to comprehend the speaker's message correctly, which is the main goal of effective communication.
Why is it important to maintain eye contact while listening?
- To intimidate the speaker
- To distract the speaker
- To demonstrate engagement
- To make the speaker nervous
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Answer: C. To demonstrate engagement
Maintaining eye contact shows the speaker that you are engaged and interested in what they are communicating.
How can active listening enhance relationships?
- By winning arguments
- By increasing talk time
- By building trust
- By avoiding conversations
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Answer: C. By building trust
Active listening shows empathy and understanding, which can enhance relationships by strengthening trust between individuals.
When someone is speaking, what is the best approach to ensure comprehensive listening?
- Focusing solely on keywords
- Preparing your response mentally
- Listening with an open mind
- Judging their speaking style
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Answer: C. Listening with an open mind
Listening with an open mind ensures that you are receptive to all information, enabling a comprehensive understanding without preconceptions.
In communication, what does 'active listening' refer to?
- Listening while multitasking
- Listening passively
- Listening with complete concentration and engagement
- Listening only to what interests you
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Answer: C. Listening with complete concentration and engagement
Active listening involves giving full attention, understanding, and responding to the speaker effectively, demonstrating high engagement and consideration of the speaker's words.