This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > English Grammar > Grammar > Discourse > Pragmatics > Conversation Skills – Quiz 3 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Conversation Skills Quiz 3 (60 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. What is the meaning of 'what have you been up to lately'? A) To inquire about future plans. B) What have you been doing recently?. C) To have time to do something. D) Sometimes / occasionally. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) What have you been doing recently?. 2. To show interest in a conversation, make ..... contact with the person you're speaking with. A) Eye. B) Hand. C) Verbal. D) Physical. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Eye. 3. What does "paint" mean? A) Feeling of excitement. B) Achieve something. C) To cover something with paint. D) In need of rest or sleep. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To cover something with paint. 4. What is the function of an oven? A) It is used for storing food. B) It is used for baking, grilling, heating, etc. C) It is used for cooling food. D) It is used for washing dishes. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) It is used for baking, grilling, heating, etc. 5. Which of these is a barrier to effective conversation? A) Interrupting the speaker. B) Maintaining eye contact. C) Active listening. D) Using positive body language. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Interrupting the speaker. 6. I wish (that) I ..... more money now. A) Have. B) Had. C) Has. D) Having. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Had. 7. Body Language refers to ..... A) The language of my body. B) Body language refers to the type of communication in which yawning means jump, squatting means sleeping, and high fives could be lethal. C) Body language is a type of nonverbal communication in which physical behavior, as opposed to words, are used to express or convey information. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Body language is a type of nonverbal communication in which physical behavior, as opposed to words, are used to express or convey information. 8. Would you ..... the door, please? A) Opens. B) Opened. C) Opening. D) Open. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Open. 9. How can you ask for a recommendation on which product to buy? A) Ask a knowledgeable person or use online forums, specifying your needs and preferences. B) Buy the most expensive product available. C) Choose a product based on its color alone. D) Ask a stranger on the street for their opinion. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Ask a knowledgeable person or use online forums, specifying your needs and preferences. 10. Which sentence uses a proper noun and the verb "be" ? A) The city is big. B) School is fun. C) Maria is a student. D) The teacher is nice. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Maria is a student. 11. What is one way to politely ask someone to pause during a conversation? A) Wait, let's go back to what you were saying about . B) Hold on. I have been thinking about . C) Timeout. I think you should know . D) All of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) All of the above. 12. Why do you apologize and repeat at the end of a conversation? A) To make the conversation longer. B) To be clear and polite. C) To begin a new topic. D) To avoid explaining what you will do next. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To be clear and polite. 13. What improves speaking skills? A) Complete the text. B) Walk and Talk questions. C) Listening. D) Write a story. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Walk and Talk questions. 14. Mr. Jugg got a ..... to the International college. A) Cafeteria. B) Module. C) Scholarship. D) Library. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Scholarship. 15. Which sequence shows a polite way to leave? A) Pack up $\rightarrow$ say you have limited time $\rightarrow$ say you have to go $\rightarrow$ mention next steps $\rightarrow$ use polite words $\rightarrow$ apologize. B) Change topic $\rightarrow$ leave without explanation. C) Apologize first $\rightarrow$ keep talking. D) Say you have to go $\rightarrow$ end on their turn. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Pack up $\rightarrow$ say you have limited time $\rightarrow$ say you have to go $\rightarrow$ mention next steps $\rightarrow$ use polite words $\rightarrow$ apologize. 16. What is the benefit of asking open-ended questions? A) They discourage conversation. B) They limit the amount of information shared. C) They lead to yes or no answers. D) They promote detailed responses and foster engagement. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) They promote detailed responses and foster engagement. 17. Which phrase means you enjoy playing soccer? A) I like playing soccer. B) I don't like soccer. C) I never play soccer. D) I am tired. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) I like playing soccer. 18. What should you do if someone repeatedly uses volume or speed to dominate the conversation? A) Leave the conversation. B) Speak louder to compete with them. C) Ignore them. D) Politely ask them to pause. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Politely ask them to pause. 19. What is one way to make sure everyone in a group gets to speak? A) Limit the discussion to written comments only. B) Use a random selection method. C) Allow only one person to speak at a time. D) Use a round-robin format. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Use a round-robin format. 20. Apa cara sopan untuk mengakhiri panggilan telepon? A) Terima kasih atas waktu Anda, saya menghargainya. Maaf saya harus pergi sekarang, saya akan menghubungi Anda kembali. B) Saya harus pergi, selamat tinggal!. C) Bisakah kita bicara nanti?. D) Saya sibuk, hubungi saya lagi nanti. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Terima kasih atas waktu Anda, saya menghargainya. Maaf saya harus pergi sekarang, saya akan menghubungi Anda kembali. 21. The "h" is muted when it comes after "w h r t" A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 22. Which device can connect to the Internet? A) A smart TV. B) A tablet. C) A mobile phone. D) All of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) All of the above. 23. John:Excuse me, but what do you do ..... a living? A) About. B) For. C) In. D) With. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) For. 24. "Reunion" means ..... A) For a group of people to get together after not seeing each other for a long time. B) To catch up. C) To join two parts together. D) When a divided country comes together again. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) For a group of people to get together after not seeing each other for a long time. 25. Why share childhood memories? A) Improve cooking. B) Build connection. C) Ignore friends. D) Forget experiences. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Build connection. 26. Playing games is ..... A) Tiring. B) Boring. C) Fun. D) Harmful. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Fun. 27. If you don't like a check that your teacher puts on your point board, you could say ..... A) I want to do something different. B) Look. C) I want to fix it. D) Thank you. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) I want to fix it. 28. If you find a product you like, how would you express your interest? A) I would express my interest by saying I dislike the product. B) I would ignore the product completely. C) I would express my interest by saying I like the product. D) I would ask someone else for their opinion on the product. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) I would express my interest by saying I like the product. 29. Which action shows you are about to leave without speaking? A) Tell them you have to go. B) Apologize. C) Pack up your stuff. D) Use polite expressions. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Pack up your stuff. 30. Your two friends are talking about making a snowman. You join the conversation by saying, "I can't wait for school to be over" . Is this on-topic or off-topic? A) On-Topic. B) Off-Topic. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Off-Topic. 31. How should you respond if a guest expresses dissatisfaction with the cleanliness of their room? A) Ignore their complaint and suggest they should have booked a different hotel. B) Tell them that cleaning is done regularly and they should not worry. C) Ask them to clean it themselves if they are not satisfied. D) Apologize sincerely, offer to clean the room again, and provide a discount if necessary. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Apologize sincerely, offer to clean the room again, and provide a discount if necessary. 32. Which of the following is an example of making an observation to change the subject? A) Are you still working at ?. B) Hey, it's I haven't seen him in a while. C) Right. Oh, do you ?. D) Do you know any ?. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Hey, it's I haven't seen him in a while. 33. If I was working in the library, what type of voice should I be using? A) Soft, Quiet. B) Normal. C) Loud, very loud. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Soft, Quiet. 34. How do you start a conversation in C. S? A) Closure. B) Greeting. C) Offering Assistance. D) With Courtesy. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Greeting. 35. What do you need to water in gardening? A) Plants. B) Houses. C) Animals. D) Cars. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Plants. 36. What does "passion" mean? A) Gummed paper paying for postage. B) Intense enthusiasm. C) Showing involvement or energy. D) A feeling of gratification. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Intense enthusiasm. 37. Which sentence uses falling intonation? A) When the speaker is confused. B) When the speaker expects confirmation. C) When the speaker disagrees. D) When the speaker asks a new question. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) When the speaker expects confirmation. 38. To make someone feel that they want to do something and can do it: A) Inspire. B) Resilient. C) Mentor. D) Eloquent. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Inspire. 39. What should you do if you notice the other person is not understanding you? A) Ignore it. B) Ask 'Am I making sense?'. C) Change the topic. D) Apologize and leave. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Ask 'Am I making sense?'. 40. When someone says "How are you?" what is a polite way to respond? A) "I don't want to talk.". B) "Go away.". C) "I'm fine, thank you.". D) "Why do you ask?". Show Answer Correct Answer: C) "I'm fine, thank you.". 41. Which of the following is a common hobby? A) Gardening. B) Sleeping. C) Eating. D) Watching TV. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Gardening. 42. Giving a clear and interesting message: A) Resilient. B) Inspiring. C) Eloquent. D) Powerful. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Eloquent. 43. What word means "sellers" ? A) Vendors. B) Condiments. C) Attractions. D) Stalls. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Vendors. 44. What is your favorite movie? A) Inception. B) The Godfather. C) Avatar. D) Titanic. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Inception. 45. Which of the following is NOT a functional expression? A) Sleeping. B) Introducing. C) Clarifying. D) Requesting. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Sleeping. 46. What should you say if you think there was a misunderstanding? A) Let me explain again. B) You didn't get it. C) Sorry, I think there was a misunderstanding. D) I think you misunderstood. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Sorry, I think there was a misunderstanding. 47. If someone is "polite, " they are ..... A) Strange. B) Rude. C) Awful. D) Kind. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Kind. 48. What is your favorite subject in school? A) School. B) Mathematics. C) Pizza. D) Fish. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Mathematics. 49. In the word "muscle" which letter(s) is/are muted? A) C y e. B) E. C) C y l. D) C. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) C y e. 50. How can you encourage a shy person to participate in a conversation? A) By ignoring them. B) By asking them directly for their opinion in a gentle manner. C) By dominating the conversation so they don't have to talk. D) By putting them on the spot. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) By asking them directly for their opinion in a gentle manner. 51. What are some examples of nonverbal communication? A) Eye contact, hand gestures, body posture, facial expressions, tone of voice. B) Using emojis, stickers, GIFs. C) Speaking loudly, shouting, whispering. D) Smiling, laughing, crying. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Eye contact, hand gestures, body posture, facial expressions, tone of voice. 52. What should you do if someone does not want to talk about work? A) Ignore them. B) Ask about their salary instead. C) Change the topic. D) Keep asking more questions about their job. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Change the topic. 53. She is happy, ..... she has been receiving positive feedback from her clients recently. A) So. B) But. C) Because. D) Or. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Because. 54. What is the main purpose of learning how to describe people, places, and things? A) To improve vocabulary. B) To enhance writing skills. C) To make adequate descriptions. D) All of the above!. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) All of the above!. 55. What is a nice way to say goodbye? A) See you later!. B) Good riddance!. C) Take care!. D) I won't miss you!. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Take care!. 56. How can you make sure your conversation partner feels heard? A) Repeat back what they said in your own words. B) Look around the room while they speak. C) Interrupt them frequently. D) Check your phone often. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Repeat back what they said in your own words. 57. Painting and drawing are ..... hobbies. A) Different. B) Creative. C) Noisy. D) Tiring. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Creative. 58. Why is asking questions important in a conversation? A) It is better to talk about oneself without asking questions. B) Asking questions is a waste of time. C) Asking questions helps in understanding the other person's perspective, gaining insights, and building rapport. D) Questions make conversations boring. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Asking questions helps in understanding the other person's perspective, gaining insights, and building rapport. 59. Carry your passport in case you have no ..... to show at the gate. A) Module. B) I.D. C) Graduation. D) Compulsory. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) I.D. 60. What is your hobby? A) Reading books. B) Traveling to new countries. C) Playing video games. D) Cooking gourmet meals. 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