Nonverbal, Interpersonal, and Textual Communication Worksheet

Running head: COMMUNICATION 1
Communication
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Institution

COMMUNICATION
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Nonverbal, Interpersonal, and Textual Communication Worksheet
Nonverbal communication plays an essential role in any conversation. Individuals who are
aware of nonverbal actions during conversations can more effectively interpret what is
being communicated.
Part 1
Look at the interactions between the individuals in the following photos and interpret what
you think is being expressed through nonverbal communication. Using about 75 words per
response, describe the nonverbal cues that lead you to these interpretations.
What is being said nonverbally by each
person?
The non-verbal communication from the
gentleman shows that he wants to keep a
distance from the lady. He also wants to keep
off conversation since he does not give any eye
contact and seems like he wants to walk away.
Waving of the hand is a gesture that describes
he is done and doesn't wish to further
communication. The lady's left-hand gesture
show she doesn't understand why the man does
not want to communicate. Her right-hand holds
the man indicating a persuasive gesture
(Nikolaus, et al. 2016).

COMMUNICATION
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If he is waiting for a job interview, what
impression do you think he is going to make?
The first impression that the man will make is
that of being tired of waiting. Lack of interest
will also emerge as doubt will be taking a better
part of the moment. He is most likely to be rude
for being kept waiting for long. He also would
express himself in a way that he wants the
interview to be conducted within a short time
since he is tired of waiting for too long. He will
also be irritated by the incompetence of the
people concerned with the interview.
What is the interviewer (the woman on the
right) communicating with her nonverbal
positioning?
The woman on the right seems interested in the
information being given. Her communication
skills show that she is a good listener and is
also willing to give all the time possible for the
speaker to deliver their information. She seems
settled and calm and from her facial expression
the information is interesting. She also seems
attentive which encourages the speaker to
continue speaking. The lady is also holding a
pen an indication that she is taking note of the
information being given.
Part 2
Compose about 200-word responses to each of the following questions: