Which aspect of communication includes eye contact, posture, and facial expressions but not spoken words?

• A. Verbal
• B. Non-verbal
• C. Paralinguistic
• D. Written

Answer: (B)

The main idea here is nonverbal communication—the ways we convey meaning without using spoken words. Eye contact, posture, and facial expressions are classic nonverbal cues that express attention, attitude, and emotion without saying a single word. They shape how a message is received just as much as the words themselves, and they can reinforce or contradict what we’re saying verbally. Verbal communication involves spoken words, written involves text, and paralinguistic features relate to how we say things (tone, pace, volume) rather than the actual words. Since the description focuses on visual cues that communicate without words, nonverbal communication is the best fit.