Froggy Jumps CommunicationOnline version 12 question froggy-jumps game with questions on communication and communicating well with others. by Miller Terraces 1 What is "active listening"? a Waiting for your turn to talk. b Paying attention to the person speaking, making eye contact, and processing before responding. c Interrupting the other person speaking to share your opinion when you know you are right. 2 How can you respectfully disagree with someone in a conversation? a "You're wrong, and you can't change my mind." b Walk away, because you know that you can't agree. c "I can hear your point, here's what I think..." 3 What helps someone feel heard in a conversation? a Nodding and using open body language. b Typing on the computer while someone is talking. c Staring blankly at them until it is your turn to speak. 4 Which of these options is the best way to set a boundary with someone on something you don't want to talk about? a Sit silently and glare at them until they change the subject. b Continue to participate in the conversation, but subtly indicate that you are uncomfortable. c Clearly state what you are uncomfortable with, and make sure that the other person understands. 5 How can you make sure that everyone is heard in a group? a Encourage everyone to speak loudly. b Ignore the people who are speaking quietly, if they cared they would speak up. c Take turns speaking and give everyone an opportunity to share, like in community meeting 6 What is the first step in solving a conflict? a Listening to the other person and making sure you understand them and what they are saying. b Making sure that your side is heard, and the other person gets why you are right. c Ignoring it to avoid conflict altogether. 7 What is an example of body language that may indicate someone is upset? a Arms by their side, smiling, sitting still. b Sighing, crossed arms, grimacing. c Yawning, rubbing eyes, stretching. 8 If you don't understand what someone is saying, what should you do? a Assume what they were saying based off of the conversation b Nod and pretend you understood, hoping that they don't notice c Ask for clarification 9 If someone appears upset, what's a way you can approach them? a "Are you doing alright? Do you want to talk about it?" b Tell them to smile and cheer up c "Don't forget, other people have it worse than you." 10 If emotions get too intense during a conversation or conflict, how should you best proceed? a Raise your voice and immediately tell the other person what you think of their perspective. b "I need to take some space. Can we finish talking about this later?" c Throw your hands in the air, walk away, and never talk to that person again. 11 What is an example of clear, assertive communication? a Do nothing, just stand in a doorway with your arms crossed, glaring. b "Everyone hates your music. You play it way too loud and it's annoying!" c "Would you mind turning that down? It's too loud for me right now." 12 Which method of communication is the most effective? a Aggressive b Passive c Assertive
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