Paper 1 · Communication
UGC NET June 2023 (13.06.2023) Shift-I
Negative communicators usually express:
- Verbal softness
- Optimism
- Pessimism
- Resentment
- Distrust
A1, 2 & 3 only
B2, 3 & 4 only
C3, 4 & 5 only ✓ Correct
D1, 2 & 5 only
Correct answer: (C) 3, 4 & 5 only — Negative communicators express pessimism, resentment and distrust, so the answer is 3, 4 and 5.
Explanation
★Negative communicators express pessimism, resentment and distrust, so the answer is 3, 4 and 5.
★Negative communication is unclear and confusing, with a gap between what is said and what is understood.
★Such communicators tend not to listen and instead just try to talk over others.
★Pessimism in item 3 marks their generally gloomy, defeatist outlook.
★Resentment in item 4 shows the bitterness and hostility that colour their messages.
★Distrust in item 5 reflects their suspicion of others' intentions.
★Verbal softness and optimism in items 1 and 2 belong to positive communication, not the negative style.
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