Listening Comprehension Flashcards
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What is 'active listening'?
Answer: Fully concentrating, understanding, and responding to a speaker
Active listening involves full attention, understanding the speaker's message, and providing appropriate feedback.
What should you do when you don't understand something a speaker said?
Answer: Ask a clarifying question politely
Asking a polite clarifying question ensures understanding and shows the speaker you are engaged.
Which of the following is a barrier to effective listening?
Answer: Thinking about your response while the speaker is still talking
Formulating your response while the speaker is talking prevents full comprehension of their message.
What is 'paraphrasing' in the context of listening?
Answer: Restating what you heard in your own words to confirm understanding
Paraphrasing involves restating the speaker's message in your own words to verify that you understood correctly.
Nonverbal cues from a speaker—such as facial expressions and gestures—are important because:
Answer: They provide additional context and meaning beyond the spoken words
Nonverbal cues such as tone, gestures, and expressions add layers of meaning that help listeners fully interpret the message.
In a lecture, what is the best note-taking strategy for capturing main ideas?
Answer: Note key points, main ideas, and supporting examples in an organized format
Effective note-taking focuses on key points and main ideas rather than verbatim transcription.