Comm.S1 Q.11

Listening occupies the largest share of communication time in schools and colleges. Research shows that both students and teachers spend a significant amount of time engaged in listening activities, such as lectures, discussions, and instructions. It is a fundamental skill in the learning process.

Option A: Listening
Correct – It is the most used communication skill in educational settings, accounting for the majority of the time spent in classrooms. Students primarily listen to lectures, explanations, and peer interactions.

Option B: Reading
Incorrect – Although important, reading usually takes place outside the classroom or during designated periods and occupies less communication time than listening.

Option C: Writing
Incorrect – Writing is essential for assignments and exams but involves less overall classroom communication time compared to listening.

Option D: Speaking
Incorrect – Speaking is commonly used by teachers and during group activities, but still constitutes a smaller portion of total communication time than listening.