Welcome to your Communication Quiz.
For each question click the answer that best describes you. Base your answers on how you actually are not how you aspire to be. When you have answered all the questions click the submit button at the end of the quiz.
1.
I anticipate questions and causes of confusion and try to deal with or prevent them.
2.
When I write a letter or email I try to provide enough background and detail so my message can be easily understood.
3.
When I don't understand what someone has said, I keep it to myself and try to figure it out later.
4.
When someone doesn't understand what I am saying, I am surprised.
5.
I say what I think without worrying about what others might think. We will iron things out later.
6.
When talking to people I observe their body language.
7.
I prefer to use email to communicate complicated or sensitive things to people. It's quick and prevents arguments.
8.
When people talk to me I try to see their point of view.
9.
I like to use pictures and diagrams to help explain my ideas.
10.
I try to think about what the other person needs to know before I start to write or talk.
11.
When I have something to communicate, I try to think about the best way to express myself (e.g., letter, email, telephone, face-to face.)
12.
When I finish writing, I check for typos and misspelling and send it right away.
13.
I try to explain context and underlying concepts behind the matter I am discussing. This reduces misconceptions and promotes understanding.
14.
While someone is talking to me, I try to think about what I am going to say after they finish. This saves time.
15.
I try to consider possible preconceptions, and cultural sensitivities and barriers.
