π Topic Summary
Active listening means paying close attention to what someone is saying, not just hearing the words. It's about understanding their message, feelings, and what's important to them. When you're an active listener, you show respect and make the speaker feel valued. Plus, you learn a lot more! This worksheet will give you some practice to become an active listening superstar! π
π£οΈ Part A: Vocabulary
Match the word with its definition:
| Word |
Definition |
| 1. Focus |
A. To understand what someone is saying. |
| 2. Respect |
B. Giving someone your full attention. |
| 3. Understand |
C. To value someone's opinion or feelings. |
| 4. Nod |
D. Thinking about other things while someone is speaking. |
| 5. Distracted |
E. To move your head up and down to show you agree or understand. |
Match the definitions to the correct word by writing the letter of the definition next to the word.
βοΈ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Fill in the missing words in the paragraph below:
When you are ________ listening, you should make ________ contact with the speaker. You can also ________ occasionally to show that you are following along. It is important to avoid ________ and to ________ the speaker.
Word Bank: eye, interrupt, nodding, actively, distracted
π€ Part C: Critical Thinking
Think about a time when someone wasn't listening to you. How did it make you feel? What could they have done differently to show they were listening?