This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > English Grammar > Grammar > Discourse > Pragmatics > Conversation Skills – Quiz 6 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Conversation Skills Quiz 6 (60 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. What would you say if you want to return an item you purchased? A) I would like to return this item I purchased. B) This item is perfect, no returns needed. C) Can I exchange this item instead?. D) I want to keep this item. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) I would like to return this item I purchased. 2. Which linking word can you use to connect two ideas:'and' or 'but'? A) So. B) Or. C) Yet. D) And. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) And. 3. What do you say when you meet someone? A) Goodbye. B) Hello. C) See you later. D) What's up?. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Hello. 4. How can you encourage someone to tell you more during a conversation? A) By asking them yes or no questions. B) By giving them time to think and respond. C) By talking about yourself. D) By ending the conversation quicklyTagsDOK Level 2:Skill/Concept. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) By giving them time to think and respond. 5. If someone is busy, how can you politely ask them when they will be available? A) Why are you so busy all the time?. B) I need an answer right now!. C) "I understand you're busy. When would be a good time for us to connect?". D) Can you just text me later?. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) "I understand you're busy. When would be a good time for us to connect?". 6. What is a good way to end a conversation? A) Ignore the person and walk away. B) Change the subject to something negative. C) Thank the person for the conversation and wish them a great day!. D) Say good bye. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Thank the person for the conversation and wish them a great day!. 7. Which word describes an object that is practical and useful? A) Narrow. B) Floating. C) Efficient. D) Genuine. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Efficient. 8. What is the Internet made of? A) Just mobile phones. B) Satellites only. C) Billions of connected computers. D) One big computer. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Billions of connected computers. 9. Who can ask or answer questions? A) Me. B) You. C) Anyone but situational. D) Anyone. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Anyone. 10. What is a reason you might be turned down from a conversation? A) You are too eager to join. B) They are discussing a topic you know very well. C) You have already spoken too much. D) You are not familiar with the topic. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) You are not familiar with the topic. 11. How can you describe a generous person? A) Efficient. B) Impatient. C) Greedy. D) Thoughtful. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Thoughtful. 12. What does a router do? A) Stores games. B) Connects devices to the Internet. C) Charges your phone. D) Plays music. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Connects devices to the Internet. 13. In the word "elephant" the ph sounds like a ..... A) F. B) S. C) T. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) F. 14. An unusual, exciting, and possibly dangerous activity: A) Mentor. B) Journey. C) Adventure. D) Quest. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Adventure. 15. When starting a conversation, it's important to find a ..... interest with the other person. A) Personal. B) Different. C) Common. D) Unique. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Common. 16. Your friends are talking about making a snowman. What can you say or do to join the conversation? A) Run up and throw a snowball at them. B) I like to go sledding. C) Can I help you make a snowman?. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Can I help you make a snowman?. 17. I fell ..... teaching, really. A) Across. B) Into. C) Over. D) Onto. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Into. 18. Which of the following is a non-verbal communication cue that shows you are listening? A) Nodding your head. B) Interrupting the speaker. C) Looking away from the speaker. D) Checking your phone. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Nodding your head. 19. How do you introduce yourself in a business meeting? A) Hello, I go by [Your Name], working as a freelancer in [Your Field]. B) Greetings, I am [Your Name], the assistant at [Your Company]. C) Hi, I'm [Your Name], a client from [Your Company]. D) Hello, my name is [Your Name], I am the [Your Job Title] at [Your Company]. I look forward to discussing [meeting topic]. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Hello, my name is [Your Name], I am the [Your Job Title] at [Your Company]. I look forward to discussing [meeting topic]. 20. Why does the tag question "That's a bit unfair for new drivers, isn't it?" use falling intonation? A) The speaker doubts the idea. B) The speaker is correcting someone. C) The speaker is asking for advice. D) The speaker expects agreement. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) The speaker expects agreement. 21. If something is "strange, " it means it is ..... A) Beautiful. B) Common. C) Unusual. D) Normal. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Unusual. 22. What do you want to be when you grow up? A) I want to be a travel blogger. B) I want to be a professional athlete. C) I want to be a chef. D) I want to be a software engineer. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) I want to be a software engineer. 23. Imagine you are in a conversation and the other person is sharing something personal. What is a good strategy to ensure you understand them? A) Commit to understanding what the other person is saying. B) Wait for your turn to speak. C) Think about your own experiences. D) Change the topic quickly. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Commit to understanding what the other person is saying. 24. Which is a correct formula for using "has" and "have" in sentences? A) Subject + verb to do + has or have. B) Subject + has or have or subject + verb to do + have; to + have. C) Subject + has or have + verb. D) Subject + verb to be + has or have. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Subject + has or have + verb. 25. What phrase can you use to invite someone else to answer a question? A) "Is that true?". B) "Why not?". C) "Tell me now.". D) "What about you?". Show Answer Correct Answer: D) "What about you?". 26. What is the synonym for "pure/natural" ? A) Practical. B) Down to earth. C) Genuine. D) Narrow. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Genuine. 27. How can you clarify something during a conversation? A) Ask for a completely unrelated topic. B) Ask for specific examples, definitions, or further details; summarize what you understood and ask if it is correct; ask for clarification on any unclear or ambiguous points. C) Interrupt the speaker and change the subject. D) Assume you understand without asking for clarification. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Ask for specific examples, definitions, or further details; summarize what you understood and ask if it is correct; ask for clarification on any unclear or ambiguous points. 28. Not all students need to attend this ..... A) Compulsory. B) Module. C) Pass. D) ID card. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Module. 29. Imagine you are in a conversation and the other person starts talking about their favorite hobby. What is the best way to keep the conversation engaging and meaningful? A) Interrupt them to share your own hobby. B) Ask follow-up questions about their hobby and show genuine interest. C) Change the topic to something unrelated. D) Stay silent and avoid eye contact. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Ask follow-up questions about their hobby and show genuine interest. 30. This is the best response when a customer enters your office "You again?" A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 31. Why does Fahd feel satisfied after getting directions? A) His idea helped solve the problem. B) The directions were short. C) He already knew the way. D) He saved time. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) His idea helped solve the problem. 32. The ..... is a depository of books and other materials for reading. A) Module. B) Grade. C) Library. D) Cafeteria. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Library. 33. Which sentence correctly uses the present-perfect tense? A) They plays soccer every weekend. B) He goes to school now. C) She has finished her homework. D) I eat breakfast already. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) She has finished her homework. 34. What does "sleep over" mean? A) Stay overnight. B) Sleep long. C) Sleepwalk. D) Nightmares. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Stay overnight. 35. Why do experienced drivers have lower insurance premiums? A) They are older. B) They drive at night. C) They take fewer risks. D) They drive bigger cars. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) They take fewer risks. 36. Complete the dialogue:A: "Hey, it's been a while!" B: " ..... " A) I'd better get going. B) Yeah, long time no see!. C) Leave me alone. D) You're welcome. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Yeah, long time no see!. 37. What real problem does the conversation highlight? A) People argue when lost. B) Maps are difficult to read. C) Drivers avoid help. D) Technology errors lead to confusion. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Technology errors lead to confusion. 38. What I'd really like ..... some tea. A) Was. B) Are. C) Is. D) Were. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Is. 39. What word is not a "noun" ? A) Toys. B) Pets. C) Happy. D) Hobbies. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Happy. 40. How would you ask for clarification on a topic politely? A) Could you please clarify that for me?. B) I don't understand, can you elaborate?. C) Can you explain that again?. D) What do you mean by that?. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Could you please clarify that for me?. 41. Asking a "WH" question is a good way to end a conversation. A) Yes. B) No. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) No. 42. Which action should you avoid to maintain a positive and welcoming conversation? A) Use body language that is positive and welcoming. B) Point at them or cross your arms and scowl. C) Smile at the other person. D) Bring good energy to the conversation. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Point at them or cross your arms and scowl. 43. How can I help you? A) Room 10. B) I'd like to take en English class. C) It's Smith. D) It's at half past three. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) I'd like to take en English class. 44. How can you ask someone to repeat what they said politely? A) Please repeat your statement. B) Could you please repeat that?. C) What did you just say?. D) Can you say that again?. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Could you please repeat that?. 45. What do you like to do in your free time? A) Reading books and walking in nature. B) My hobby is fishing. C) My father is a teacher. D) I like fried noodle. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Reading books and walking in nature. 46. In the word "guess" which letter is muted? A) G. B) U. C) S. D) E. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) U. 47. Which of these phrases is an example of showing interest in someone's hobbies? A) "Do you have any hobbies?". B) "You should find a different hobby.". C) "That's boring.". D) "I don't care about that.". Show Answer Correct Answer: A) "Do you have any hobbies?". 48. What is the correct way to ask if someone had fun? A) "Did you boring?". B) "Did you enjoy it?". C) "Was you have fun?". D) "Was it bored?". Show Answer Correct Answer: B) "Did you enjoy it?". 49. What would you say to keep a conversation going? A) Let's end it here. B) Goodbye!. C) That's interesting, tell me more. D) Sorry, I wasn't listening. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) That's interesting, tell me more. 50. What is a synonym for the word "booth" ? A) Stall. B) Vendor. C) Attraction. D) Condiment. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Stall. 51. What does the attendant rely on when giving directions? A) Guessing. B) A printed map. C) A computer. D) Personal knowledge of the town. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Personal knowledge of the town. 52. What is the meaning of 'be in touch with someone'? A) Meet by chance. B) No longer have contact with someone. C) Have contact with someone. D) Stop having contact with someone. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Have contact with someone. 53. To suddenly decide to do something without any plans means to be ..... A) Spontaneous. B) Courageous. C) Catch-up. D) Outgoing. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Spontaneous. 54. The library is a ..... place. A) Loud. B) Busy. C) Quiet. D) Messy. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Quiet. 55. Which response best maintains a conversation about hobbies? A) Goodbye!. B) I have to go now. C) That's boring. D) I enjoy hiking too! Do you go often?. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) I enjoy hiking too! Do you go often?. 56. Why is it important to use humor appropriately in conversations? A) It helps to build rapport and ease tension. B) It always makes people laugh. C) It shows that you are not serious. D) It can be used to avoid difficult topics. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) It helps to build rapport and ease tension. 57. How does the conversation show real communication strategies? A) One person insists, the other adapts. B) Both follow strict rules. C) Both avoid conversation. D) One gives up quickly. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) One person insists, the other adapts. 58. What is an appropriate phrase to use when introducing yourself? A) "I don't want to talk.". B) "Go away.". C) "My name is Alex. Nice to meet you.". D) "Why are you here?". Show Answer Correct Answer: C) "My name is Alex. Nice to meet you.". 59. Which option is both polite and clear? A) "We're done.". B) "I'll message you later maybe.". C) Leave without saying anything. D) "Sorry, I need to go to class next.". Show Answer Correct Answer: D) "Sorry, I need to go to class next.". 60. What do you like to eat? A) Salad. B) Pizza. C) Sushi. D) Ice Cream. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Pizza. ← PreviousNext →Related QuizzesDiscourse QuizzesGrammar QuizzesConversation Skills Quiz 1Conversation Skills Quiz 2Conversation Skills Quiz 3Conversation Skills Quiz 4Conversation Skills Quiz 5Conversation Skills Quiz 7Conversation Skills Quiz 8Conversation Skills Quiz 9 🏠 Back to Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books