[amp_mcq option1=”QPSR” option2=”SRQP” option3=”PSRQ” option4=”RSPQ” correct=”option4″]
The correct answer is: D. RSPQ
The first sentence, S1, states that for a conversation to be stimulating and sustained, the participants must be active talkers as well as active listeners. The second sentence, S6, supports this by saying that it’s better to paint the big picture first, and if your partner wants to know more, you can always fill in with details. The third sentence, S, says to be sure to do both in conversation, meaning that you should be both an active talker and an active listener. The fourth sentence, R, says to make a point of throwing the conversational ball to the other person after you have presented your ideas in an abridged form. This is an example of being an active listener, as it shows that you are interested in what the other person has to say and are willing to let them take the lead in the conversation. The fifth sentence, P, says that some people feel that they have to give long-winded explanations of their views. This is an example of being an active talker, as it shows that you are passionate about your topic and want to share your thoughts with the other person. However, the passage goes on to say that this is usually unnecessary, confusing and even boring to your partner. Therefore, the best way to have a stimulating and sustained conversation is to be both an active talker and an active listener.
The other options are incorrect because they do not follow the logical flow of the passage. Option A, QPSR, puts the sentence about active listening (S) before the sentence about active talking (R). This is not the best order, as it is more important to be an active listener first so that you can understand what the other person is saying before you start talking. Option B, SRQP, puts the sentence about active talking (R) before the sentence about active listening (S). This is also not the best order, as it is more important to be an active listener first so that you can understand what the other person is saying before you start talking. Option C, PSRQ, puts the sentence about being both an active talker and an active listener (S) before the sentence about active listening (R). This is not the best order, as it is more important to be an active listener first so that you can understand what the other person is saying before you start talking.