GST 111 Quiz Second Batch Most Repeated Questions and Answers

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1. Which is a benefit of maintaining eye contact while listening?

A. It distracts from the speaker

B. It strengthens engagement and focus

C. It limits attention span

D. It encourages wandering thoughts

Correct Answer: B. It strengthens engagement and focus

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2. Which of the following refers to the internal thoughts distracting a listener from a speaker’s message?

A. Physical noise

B. Psychological noise

C. Physiological noise

D. Semantic noise

Correct Answer: B. Psychological noise

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3. What does an effective introduction establish?

A. Disinterest in the topic

B. The tone and direction of the discussion

C. A series of unrelated ideas

D. The conclusion of the work

Correct Answer: B. The tone and direction of the discussion

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4. What contributes to self-awareness during listening?

A. Ignoring personal biases

B. Recognizing one’s own triggers and distractions

C. Multitasking while listening

D. Focusing solely on the speaker’s errors

Correct Answer: B. Recognizing one’s own triggers and distractions

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5. In terms of presenting arguments, what characterizes a strong academic claim?

A. Lack of supporting evidence

B. Clarity and backed by research

C. Ambiguity and vagueness

D. Random placement without structure

Correct Answer: B. Clarity and backed by research

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6. What can help students develop effective critical listening skills?

A. Ignoring differing viewpoints

B. Actively questioning assumptions

C. Disregarding the context of discussions

D. Accepting all statements as facts

Correct Answer: B. Actively questioning assumptions

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7. What is the importance of coherence in academic writing?

A. It creates confusion in the reader’s mind

B. It clarifies the number of subjects discussed

C. It helps maintain logical flow of ideas

D. It distracts from the main argument

Correct Answer: C. It helps maintain logical flow of ideas

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8. What is ‘receiver biases’ in the context of listening?

A. Personal distractions caused by external noise

B. Preconceived notions affecting how a message is received

C. Physical conditions affecting listening ability

D. Misinterpretations of specific terminology used by the speaker

Correct Answer: B. Preconceived notions affecting how a message is received

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9. What should a speaker expect from an active listener?

A. Disinterest and boredom

B. Eye contact, nodding, and engagement

C. Constant interruptions

D. Ignoring the speaker’s points

Correct Answer: B. Eye contact, nodding, and engagement

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10. What is a common factor in both sociolects and idiolects?

A. They are defined by geographical regions

B. They both influence the way individuals communicate

C. They follow strict grammatical rules

D. They are interchangeable in meaning

Correct Answer: B. They both influence the way individuals communicate

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11. What does the term ‘active listening’ imply?

A. Passive reception of information

B. Engagement in the dialogue with focused attention

C. Multitasking while conversation is occurring

D. Selective hearing based on preferences

Correct Answer: B. Engagement in the dialogue with focused attention

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12. What indicates strong engagement in active listening?

A. Avoiding eye contact

B. Providing thoughtful responses

C. Ignoring non-verbal communication cues

D. Multitasking during the conversation

Correct Answer: B. Providing thoughtful responses

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13. What is an example of physiological noise?

A. Loud noises from construction outside

B. Personal biases affecting listening

C. A headache distracting from concentration

D. Misunderstanding due to jargon

Correct Answer: C. A headache distracting from concentration

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14. How should one approach studying academic texts effectively?

A. By skimming without comprehension

B. By reading distractions

C. With a purposeful and strategic mindset

D. By avoiding taking notes

Correct Answer: C. With a purposeful and strategic mindset

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15. What distinguishes a regional dialect from a national dialect?

A. Regional dialects are only spoken in cities.

B. Regional dialects are associated with specific geographical areas, while national dialects are broader.

C. National dialects do not have variations.

D. There are no significant differences between dialects.

Correct Answer: B. Regional dialects are associated with specific geographical areas, while national dialects are broader.

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16. How is an effective speaker perceived by the audience?

A. They are ignored and unnoticed

B. They are engaging and clear

C. They are irrelevant to the subject

D. They dominate discussions without listening

Correct Answer: B. They are engaging and clear

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17. What is the significance of understanding context while reading?

A. It allows for disengagement with the material

B. It enhances comprehension through connection.

C. It complicates the overall material.

D. It creates barriers in understanding

Correct Answer: B. It enhances comprehension through connection.

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18. Which listening technique can enhance focus during lengthy discussions?

A. Frequent distractions from phones

B. Taking regular mental pauses

C. Continuously worrying about the next point to make

D. Constantly looking for the end of the speech

Correct Answer: B. Taking regular mental pauses

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19. What is a consequence of listening without engagement?

A. Improved retention of information

B. Enhanced critical thinking skills

C. Diminished retention and understanding

D. Strengthened interpersonal relationships

Correct Answer: C. Diminished retention and understanding

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20. What are typical barriers to effective listening?

A. Personal biases and distractions

B. Low interest in the topic

C. Interruptions from others

D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D. All of the above

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21. What does ‘receiver apprehension’ refer to?

A. The anxiety caused by the speaker’s speed of delivery

B. The fear of not understanding the message

C. The distractions caused by the environment

D. The inability to take notes effectively

Correct Answer: B. The fear of not understanding the message

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22. Why is it essential to focus on content rather than delivery while listening?

A. The delivery will be perfect every time

B. Focus on content provides greater understanding of the message

C. Delivery does not matter

D. To critique the speaker’s performance

Correct Answer: B. Focus on content provides greater understanding of the message

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23. How can prior knowledge support the reading process?

A. It limits understanding of new information

B. It replaces necessary reading with assumptions

C. It aids in making connections to new material

D. It distracts from the ongoing text

Correct Answer: C. It aids in making connections to new material

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24. What should be avoided in an effective introduction of a piece of writing?

A. A strong hook to engage the reader

B. Irrelevant information that diverts attention

C. A clear thesis statement

D. Presenting the topic clearly

Correct Answer: B. Irrelevant information that diverts attention

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25. What is meant by ‘academic reading’?

A. Reading for leisure and entertainment

B. Reading to gather information for research and assignments

C. Reading without comprehension

D. Skimming through texts for fun

Correct Answer: B. Reading to gather information for research and assignments

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26. Which technique can help maintain focus while listening?

A. Multitasking during a speech

B. Taking constant breaks

C. Active engagement and nodding

D. Ignoring the speaker’s message

Correct Answer: C. Active engagement and nodding

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27. What is the definition of ‘idiosyncrasy’ in language use?

A. A shared language form across all regions

B. A personal linguistic trait or unique way of speaking

C. A standard form of speech used in formal settings

D. A universally accepted grammar rule

Correct Answer: B. A personal linguistic trait or unique way of speaking

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28. Which is effective when summarizing a paragraph?

A. Focusing on minor details

B. Highlighting the topic sentence and supporting ideas

C. Creating unrelated concepts

D. Ignoring key points

Correct Answer: B. Highlighting the topic sentence and supporting ideas

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29. What are the four main types of noise that can interfere with effective listening?

A. Physical noise

B. Psychological noise

C. Physiological noise

D. Semantic noise

Correct Answer: A, B, C, D

(All of the above are the main types of noise.)

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30. How can one demonstrate critical thinking during discussions?

A. By accepting all presented views without question

B. By actively assessing and analyzing information

C. By prioritizing personal beliefs over facts

D. By remaining silent during disagreement

Correct Answer: B. By actively assessing and analyzing information

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