Soft Skill Development MCQs

Q.1 _____________ is an important factor which helps a group to function effectively.

• A) Argumentative behaviour
• B) Good relationship
• C) Low self-esteem
• D) Presentation skill

Q.2 What kind of information do we get through presentation?

• A) Procedure of giving presents
• B) Art of making presents
• C) Career & life style
• D) A product, a subject and new idea

Q.3 What are the different ways of presentation?

• A) Demonstration, introduction, lecture or speech
• B) Single and painting
• C) Dancing, singing, writing and reading
• D) sculpture and carving

Q.4 What are aims of presentation skill?

• A) Disgust and repulsion
• B) Inform, inspire, motivate, present new idea and persuade
• C) notify, alert, aware and awake
• D) None

Q.5 Different groups of audiences are accustomed to different modes of interpretation because they belong to different:

• A) interpretory modules
• B) communities of interpreters
• C) interpretive communities
• D) orientations and streams

Q.6 An effective group occurs when the members have _________________ and recognize that their personal success is dependent on the success of others.

• A) similar jobs
• B) a common goal
• C) a common work environment
• D) the same leader

Q.7 Presentation is an important form of ____ communication in the spheres of education.

• A) oral
• B) written
• C) one way
• D) two way

Q.8 How is presentation skill closely linked to an individual?

• A) field work and reports
• B) career and personal growth
• C) jobs and interviews
• D) service and job

Q.9 ____ is a two-way process, and there is always a direct link between the quality of our communication and the quality of our life.

• A) Communication
• B) Good relationship
• C) Presentation skills
• D) None of the above

Q.10 Which kind of communicators believe that the primary purpose of communication is the maintenance or advancement of the personal relationship?

• A) Socratic communicator
• B) Noble communicator
• C) Reflective communicator
• D) None of the above

Q.11 Students, teachers, scientists, researchers, managers, sales and administrators need ____ skill in the course of their everyday work.

• A) Interview
• B) Presentation
• C) Marketing
• D) Group discussion

Q.12 Which point needs to be considered while selecting the subject of the presentation?

• A) suits the occasion and the audience
• B) suits the place and payment
• C) suits the atmosphere
• D) suits the performer and interest

Q.13 What is the objective or the purpose of the content of a presentation?

• A) guide, argue and entertain the audience
• B) help to understand the subject
• C) inform, persuade, convince, report or motivate the audience
• D) motivate the readers

Q.14 Understanding ____ of the presentation can make it successful.

• A) style
• B) purpose
• C) size of the room
• D) mood of the host

Q.15 What consists in the first part of structuring the content (Introduction)?

• A) asking permission to start
• B) greeting and Q&A session
• C) greeting and lighting the lamp
• D) greeting, brief statement, purpose and outline

Q.16 Consider the following statements. A: Too much hand gestures show authoritative nature. B: Some hand gestures do not refer to any particular emotion.

• A) Both A and B are correct
• B) A is correct but B is wrong
• C) B is correct but A is wrong
• D) None of the above

Q.17 Text animations are: A. Moving images B. Not a necessary part of a presentation C. Non-interactive

• A) All A, B and C are true
• B) Only A and B are true
• C) Only A and C are true
• D) None of the above

Q.18 Too much information on one visual can make the slide?

• A) Readable
• B) Unreadable
• C) Visible
• D) invisible

Q.19 What is the proper time to distribute handouts to the audience?

• A) end of the presentation
• B) beginning of the presentation
• C) during answer session
• D) before the presentation

Q.20 Consider the following statements. A. Starting with the conclusion can attract attention. B. Meaning does not change if sequence is altered. C. Pauses before an anecdote interrupt flow.

• A) Only A is correct
• B) Only A and C are correct
• C) Only B and C are correct
• D) All A, B and C are correct

Q.21 Observing the body language of the audience can induce you to:

• A) discover new points
• B) learn if presentation is difficult
• C) change pace and sequence
• D) All of the above

Q.22 When is the best time to break a discussion?

• A) When everyone is silent
• B) When two or three people speak simultaneously
• C) when somebody is concluding
• D) All of the above

Q.23 Which of these are vital for any organization?

• A) debates
• B) group discussions
• C) speeches
• D) arguments

Q.24 Concrete poetry draws inspiration from: A. painted structures B. concrete reality C. representational spaces

• A) Only B is correct
• B) Only A and B are correct
• C) Only A and C are correct
• D) None of the above

Q.25 Which of the following best describes an assertive communication style?

• A) Being passive and avoiding conflicts
• B) Expressing thoughts and feelings honestly and respectfully
• C) Dominating conversations
• D) Using manipulation

Q.26 In which communication style does an individual prioritize their own needs and desires over those of others?

• A) Passive
• B) Aggressive
• C) Passive-aggressive
• D) Assertive

Q.27 What is a characteristic of a manipulative communication style?

• A) Expressing thoughts openly
• B) Avoiding conflicts
• C) Using deceit or coercion to influence others
• D) Addressing issues respectfully

Q.28 Which communication style involves seeking to understand others' perspectives and finding mutually beneficial solutions?

• A) Passive
• B) Aggressive
• C) Passive-aggressive
• D) Collaborative

Q.29 Participation is the third ingredient of a group discussion.

• A) True
• B) False
• C) May be true or false
• D) Can't say

Q.30 The fundamental step towards effective communication with others is successful communication with yourself.

• A) True
• B) False
• C) May be true or false
• D) Can't say