Nonverbal Listening Skills Quiz

Which type of nonverbal listening strategy refers to how near or far you are to the speaker?

True or False: When a listener gestures, he or she is trying to show interest in the speaker using physical movements, typically with hands.

_________________________________ are used by an active listener, typically by raising eyebrows, smiling, grimacing, etc.

True or False: Eye contact should be avoided when being an active listener since it can be misconstrued as staring, which is rude.

_________________________ is an important part of active listening, as it can reflect someone's interest or boredom, especially being upright and leaning in versus slouching and turning away.

True or False: Sweating is a physiological change that can result from being an active listener.