REVISION WORKSHEET: PRINCIPLES OF EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION

Course Instructor: Shagufta Aamer

Q 1: Colour the circles principles of effective communication.

Q 2: The given checklist is in jumbled order. Read each heading carefully and place the
statements in the correct order according to the heading.

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 REVISION WORKSHEET: PRINCIPLES OF EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION
Course Instructor: Shagufta Aamer
Q 3: Provide the name of each principle (C) of effective communication in the blanks
keeping in mind the features given under each:
a. To achieve C______________ , keep in mind the following points:
 Use common and simple language.
 Construct effective sentences and short paragraphs.
 Use concrete words instead of abstract words.
 Avoid unnecessary information.

b. To achieve C _________________, follow these guidelines:

 Check the accuracy of facts and figures.
 Check mistakes in punctuation, grammar, and capitalization.
 Check misspelled words.
 Use the right level of language.

c. To achieve C ___________________, observe the following suggestions:

 Remove the wordy expressions.
 Include only relevant material.
 Avoid unnecessary repetition.

d. To achieve C ____________________, consider the following ways:

 Use clear and image building words.
 Use specific facts and figures.
 Use active voice than passive voice.
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e. To achieve C _________________________, see your material from your reader’s
point of view.
 Focus on “you” instead of” we” e.g.,
 We are delighted to inform _ _ _ _
 You will be glad to know _ _ _ _
 Be sure about the benefits of the receiver.
 Consider the needs and problems of the receiver.
 Use positive and optimistic expressions

f. For C ________________________, follow these guidelines:

 Remember the five W’s (what, when, where, why, who) and how.
 Provide all the necessary information.
 Answer all the questions asked.
 Include additional information, if desired.

g. To achieve C _________________, keep in mind the following points:

Be sincere.
 Use expressions that show respect.
 Be thoughtful and appreciative of the receiver’s point of view.
 Avoid humor.
 Avoid discriminatory language i.e., race, color, gender, creed etc.