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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 50 to 100 words per response, describe the nonverbal cues that lead you to these interpretations.

|[pic] |What is being said nonverbally by each person? |
| |The guy is clearly stating that he doesn’t want to hear whatever is |
| |that she is trying to say to him. He is also showing that he is not |
| |very happy with her or the situation at hand. She is trying to explain |
| |her part of the situation and she really wants make him understand |
| |where she is coming from. Also her mannerisms are showing that she is |
| |apologetic in whatever she has done to upset him. |
|[pic] |If he is waiting for a job interview, what impression do you think he |
| |is going to make? |
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