RECALLING THE FACTS
Try this quick quiz to see you well you can interpret nonverbal messages. Match the
action in the left-hand column with the message in the right-hand column:
ACTION
MESSAGE
_____
1. Slapping your forehead with the
heel of your hand
A.
“I’m angry.”
_____
2. Wrinkling your forehead and
and frowning
B.
“I forgot something.”
_____
3. Tapping your fingers on a
desk or table
C.
“I’m getting impatient.”
_____
4. Slamming a book down on a
desk or table
D.
“I don’t understand.”
_____
5. Wrinkling your nose
E.
“I don’t like that.”
THINKING CRITICALLY
Why do actions speak louder than words?
TAKING CHARGE
Pair off with a partner and try to communicate the following feelings nonverbally: frustration,
tension, joy, friendliness, anger, hate, and happiness. Think of a few others and see if your partner
can guess what emotion you are trying to communicate.
KMHedrick
RCSHS ORAL COMM
Unit 4: Nonverbal Communication
rev. 08/13