1.3.1. Verbal Communication

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is verbal communication?

   Hint

   Think about what you say or write to share your thoughts.

2. 2.

   What does clarity in verbal communication mean?

   Hint

   What happens if you're not clear in what you say?

3. 3.

   What is verbal communication primarily concerned with?

   • Only spoken words
   • Only written words
   • Both spoken and written words

   Hint

   Consider all forms of communication that involve words.

4. 4.

   True or False: Tone does not affect the meaning of words.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think of situations where tone might change the message.

5. 5.

   Draft a conversation between two colleagues discussing a project but include usage of clear tone and clarity principles. What barriers might they face?

   Hint

   Use clear example dialogues for each colleague.

6. 6.

   You've received feedback that your verbal presentation was unclear. What steps would you take to improve future presentations?

   Hint

   Consider strategies you learned about overcoming barriers.