All of the following are ways to improve listening skills exceptGroup of answer choiceschecking that the message is understood by paraphrasing the content and emotion of the messageexpressing empathy by showing respect for what the speaker has to sayconcentrating on the main points the speaker is makingshowing an interest in what the speaker saysinterrupting the speaker when you disagree with what is being said

You have participated in a debate and your opponent in order to assert his/her point narrates a story. You are all ears as you are next due to give a prudent rejoinder to your opponent. The listening skill you will apply is*DiscrimnatoryCritical listeningBiased listeningSelective

o apply Empathic Listening effectively, which of the following do you need to do?                     A. Listen to respond.                     B. Listen for the words and feelings                     C. State your intent first and clearly.                     D. Prepare your response*Your answer14. Identify two key things effective people do to understand others.  A. Listen first to another person; listen for content, feelings and body language.  B. Show genuine sympathy for people, and agree with them to help them feel understood.  C. Demonstrate consideration by exploring possible solutions, ideas, or alternatives.  D. None of the above*Your answer15. Which of the following are results of seeking first to understand?  A. Building respectful relationships.  B. Creating intellectual arguments.  C. Finding compromise.  D. Applying a Win-Lose mindset.*Your answer16. When emotions are high or when there is a conflict, it’s best to:   A. Probe and advice to understand and find a solution.   B. Pretend to listen to diffuse the situation and                      understand   C. Practice empathic listening to understand.   D. Reach understanding by making your point first.*Your answer

What is the primary goal of effective listening?  A) To respond appropriately  B) To judge the speaker's message  C) To memorize the speech  D) To entertain oneself

What is the purpose of mindfulness in enhancing listening skills? a) To multitask more effectively during conversations b) To focus fully on the speaker and understand their message  c) To evaluate the speaker's credibility d) To prepare a response while the speaker is still talking

Which of the following technique/s you can use to listen effectively while communicating?Group of answer choicesTalking while being spoken toNot paying attention to the speakerNever asking questionsNot being patient while being spoken toHelping the speaker feel that he or she is free to talk as desired