Which of the following is an example of active listening in effective oral communication?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Listening attentively to the speaker and asking relevant questions to clarify key points
Active listening involves sustained attention, understanding the speaker’s meaning, and asking relevant questions when something needs clarification. Option B demonstrates all three behaviours. Speaking before the person finishes interrupts, checking a phone divides attention, and merely nodding without understanding gives no reliable evidence of listening.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Listening attentively to the speaker and asking relevant questions to clarify key points
Why is this the correct answer?
Active listening involves sustained attention, understanding the speaker’s meaning, and asking relevant questions when something needs clarification. Option B demonstrates all three behaviours. Speaking before the person finishes interrupts, checking a phone divides attention, and merely nodding without understanding gives no reliable evidence of listening.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 English question. Chapter: The Fun They Had.
