Worksheet 3 - Verbal Communication

WORKSHEET 3

1. In your own words, define the following terms:
(a) writing
(b) reading
(c) speaking
(d) listening

2. Which of the four verbal communication skills are needed for each of the following scenarios? Say how the skills are used in each scenario.

(a) A an oral exam
(b) A listening comprehension exercise
(c) Reading a Bible passage in church
(d) Participating in an online chat room discussion
(e) Helping your uncle construct a table that came in a pre-packaged box

3. List and explain each of the four contexts for listening.

4. Based on your reading, which is more important: reading and writing or speaking and listening?