Question 1

A conversation is any face-to-face verbal interaction between two people..

Accepted Answer

A conversation requires face-to-face interaction and verbal communication between two or more people.

Question 2

Acknowledging conversation requires the least self-disclosure.

Accepted Answer

Acknowledging conversation typically involves simple responses that do not reveal much about oneself, such as "mmhmm" or "I see". Therefore, it requires the least self-disclosure.

Question 3

Your conversation should have an enlarging impact on others.

Accepted Answer

The statement is true. A conversation that impacts others in a positive way by enlightening them, inspiring them or providing a new perspective is valuable and enlarging.

Question 4

The goal of interpersonal conversation is monologue.

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The goal of interpersonal conversation is not monologue, which is a one-sided conversation where only one person speaks. The goal of interpersonal conversation is to engage in a mutual exchange where both parties participate in listening and speaking.

Question 5

Seeing others for conversation is the third stage of conversation.

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The third stage of conversation is engaging with others for conversation, not just seeing them.

Question 6

The three parts of a conversation are&#10;A) welcome, body, and good-bye.&#10;B) preview, body, and summary.&#10;C) informative, persuasive, and entertainment.&#10;D) beginning, middle, and summary.

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Conversations typically start with a welcome or greeting, have a main body where the primary discussion takes place, and end with a good-bye or closing.

Question 7

Conversation where self-disclosure is emphasized.&#10;A) Acknowledging&#10;B) Entertaining&#10;C) Sharing.&#10;D) None of the above.

Accepted Answer

Self-disclosure is emphasized when sharing personal information or experiences. Acknowledging and entertaining may also involve some level of self-disclosure, but they are not the primary focus.

Question 8

Conversation where you merely talk about the weather.&#10;A) Acknowledging&#10;B) Entertaining&#10;C) Sharing.&#10;D) None of the above.

Accepted Answer

Talking about the weather doesn't specifically fall under acknowledging, entertaining, or sharing in a way that these options are traditionally defined in communication contexts. It's a form of small talk, not explicitly categorized by these terms.

Question 9

Which principle of conversation addresses the positive impact you have on others?&#10;A) Dialog not monologue&#10;B) Enlarging impact&#10;C) Interest in others&#10;D) The power of questions

Accepted Answer

The principle of enlarging impact is all about having a positive impact on others through your conversation. It involves using your words to inspire, motivate, and uplift others around you.

Question 10

Which one of the following is not a component of the good-bye stage of conversation?&#10;A) Summarizing&#10;B) Issuing an invitation&#10;C) Probing questions.&#10;D) Using the direct approach.

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Probing questions are part of the closing stage of a conversation, as they help to clarify any lingering issues or concerns. Summarizing helps to ensure that both parties are on the same page and understand what was discussed. Issuing an invitation can be a polite way to end the conversation and leave the door open for future communication. Using the direct approach can be effective in ending the conversation confidently and clearly.

Question 11

Explain the three stages of conversation and give examples of each.

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Question 12

Explain and provide examples of the three types of conversation.

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Question 13

How can you specifically improve your conversational skills?

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Deck 6: Conversation: Sharing With Others