Communication Skills MCQ Class 9
Session 1: Introduction to Communication
1. What is communication?
a) The exchange of money
b) The exchange of information, ideas, and feelings
c) The exchange of gifts
d) The exchange of physical objects
2. What is the primary goal of communication?
a) To entertain
b) To transmit information
c) To confuse others
d) To dominate the conversation
3. Which of the following is NOT a type of communication?
a) Verbal
b) Non-verbal
c) Visual
d) Musical
4. Which element is essential for effective communication?
a) Feedback
b) Silence
c) Noise
d) Ambiguity
5. Which of the following is a key element of effective communication?
a) Listening
b) Interrupting
c) Ignoring
d) Dominating the conversation
6. Which of the following is NOT a barrier to effective communication?
a) Noise
b) Clarity
c) Jargon
d) Prejudice
7. Which type of communication is best for conveying complex information?
a) Non-verbal
b) Written
c) Verbal
d) Visual
8. What is the role of feedback in the communication process?
a) To end the communication
b) To provide an opinion only
c) To ensure the message was understood
d) To ignore the message
9. Which is the most effective way to ensure your message is clear?
a) Use technical jargon
b) Speak quickly
c) Use simple language and examples
d) Assume the listener understands
10. In a formal presentation, what should you do to keep the audience engaged?
a) Speak monotonously
b) Maintain eye contact and use visual aids
c) Stand still throughout the presentation
d) Read from your notes without looking up
11. What should you avoid during active listening?
a) Paraphrasing the speaker’s message
b) Making eye contact
c) Interrupting the speaker
d) Nodding in agreement
12. How can visual aids enhance a presentation?
a) By distracting the audience
b) By providing additional information and clarity
c) By lengthening the presentation
d) By replacing the speaker
Communication Skills MCQ Class 9
Session 2: Verbal Communication
1. Which of the following is an example of verbal communication?
a) Nodding
b) Writing a letter
c) Shaking hands
d) Making eye contact
2. How can you improve your verbal communication skills?
a) By speaking faster
b) By using complex vocabulary
c) By practicing clear pronunciation and articulation
d) By avoiding feedback
3. What is the primary component of verbal communication?
a) Body language
b) Written words
c) Spoken words
d) Facial expressions
4. Which of the following is an example of a verbal communication barrier?
a) Speaking clearly
b) Using technical jargon
c) Making eye contact
d) Using gestures
5. Which is the best way to ensure clarity in verbal communication?
a) Using complex vocabulary
b) Speaking quickly
c) Using simple and precise words
d) Speaking softly
6. Which of the following is NOT an example of verbal communication?
a) A speech
b) A text message
c) A nod
d) A phone call
7. Which of the following can enhance verbal communication?
a) Monotone voice
b) Clear articulation
c) Speaking at the same pace
d) Using filler words
Communication Skills MCQ Class 9
Session 3: Non-Verbal Communication
1. What does non-verbal communication include?
a) Email
b) Body language
c) Telephone calls
d) Written reports
2. Which is an example of non-verbal communication?
a) Smiling
b) Texting
c) Talking
d) Writing a letter
3. How can non-verbal communication affect a message?
a) It can only confuse the listener
b) It has no impact
c) It can reinforce or contradict the message
d) It always replaces the verbal message
4. What is the primary purpose of non-verbal communication?
a) To replace verbal communication
b) To enhance verbal communication
c) To confuse the listener
d) To talk without speaking
5. What is non-verbal communication?
a) Communication without using words
b) Communication using only written words
c) Communication using a foreign language
d) Communication using technical terms only
6. Which of the following is a form of non-verbal communication?
a) Speaking
b) Writing
c) Facial expressions
d) Listening
7. Which of the following is an example of non-verbal communication?
a) A written report
b) A phone call
c) A smile
d) A radio broadcast
8. Why is body language important in communication?
a) It can replace verbal communication
b) It can convey emotions and attitudes
c) It is not important in communication
d) It confuses the listener
9. Why is body language important in communication?
a) It can convey emotions and attitudes
b) It has no impact on the message
c) It is only important in professional settings
d) It always contradicts verbal messages
Communication Skills MCQ Class 9
Session 4: Writing Skills: Parts of Speech
1. Which part of speech describes a person, place, thing, or idea?
a) Verb
b) Noun
c) Adverb
d) Conjunction
2. Which part of speech modifies a noun or pronoun?
a) Verb
b) Noun
c) Adjective
d) Adverb
3. Which part of speech describes an action?
a) Noun
b) Adjective
c) Verb
d) Preposition
4. Which part of speech connects words, phrases, or clauses?
a) Preposition
b) Conjunction
c) Interjection
d) Pronoun
Communication Skills MCQ Class 9
Session 5: Writing Skills: Sentences
1. What is a complete sentence?
a) A group of words with no meaning
b) A phrase without a verb
c) A group of words that expresses a complete thought
d) A subject without a predicate
2. Which type of sentence gives a command?
a) Declarative
b) Interrogative
c) Imperative
d) Exclamatory
3. Which sentence type asks a question?
a) Declarative
b) Interrogative
c) Imperative
d) Exclamatory
4. What is a sentence fragment?
a) A complete sentence
b) A sentence missing a subject or verb
c) A sentence with correct punctuation
d) A sentence with a clear message
5. Which of the following is a complete sentence?
a) Running down the street
b) The cat sat on the mat
c) Before going to school
d) Quickly and quietly
6. What is a run-on sentence?
a) A sentence with correct punctuation
b) A sentence with a clear message
c) Two or more sentences joined without proper punctuation or conjunction
d) A sentence missing a subject or verb