Q&A Hero

Q: Our mind makes associations between the stimuli we focus on and other ideas stored in the brain. A) True B) False

Q: People rarely make judgments about others based on the first information they receive. A) True B) False

Q: When people stereotype, they assume that everyone in a category shares certain positive or negative characteristics. A) True B) False

Q: Stereotypes typically result in accurate perceptions of others. A) True B) False

Q: During the correction process, we consider the input we've taken in and apply logic to make a more reasoned judgment about others' behavior. A) True B) False

Q: Facts are statements for which there is enough proof to convince almost any reasonable and objective person that they are true. A) True B) False

Q: While perception checking, you should use language that puts the other person on the defensive. A) True B) False

Q: Self-concepts have a past, present, and future dimension. A) True B) False

Q: Self-concepts are not unique; there are many people just like you in the world. A) True B) False

Q: Your domain-specific self-esteem reflects your overall self-evaluation. A) True B) False

Q: Reflected appraisals from peers become particularly important in adolescence. A) True B) False

Q: Personal growth refers to the process of strengthening your self-awareness and trying to live a life consistent with your values and capabilities. A) True B) False

Q: Our inferences and perceptions are reality. A) True B) False

Q: When we interact with others, it is not helpful to try to understand their goals and motivations. A) True B) False

Q: Which term refers to our personal construction of who we are? A) Self B) Self-concept C) Extended self D) Internal self

Q: __________ refers to all your perceptions of yourself. A) in-group B) out-group C) extended self D) internal self

Q: The descriptive dimension of your self-concept refers to __________. A) your overall self-evaluation B) how you would describe yourself C) what you think of the description of yourself D) your self-assessment of a specific trait

Q: What does the evaluative dimension of your self-concept refer to? A) Your overall self-evaluation B) How you would describe yourself C) What you think of the description of yourself D) Your self-assessment of a specific trait

Q: You are UNLIKELY to improve your self-concept if you __________. A) engage in negative self-talk B) develop support networks C) take steps toward personal growth D) change your interpretation of something that happened in your life

Q: __________ occurs when you change your interpretation of something that happened in your life. A) Positive self-talk B) Support networks C) Personal growth D) Reappraisal

Q: Nikki wanted to make a good first impression when she went for an interview at the deli. She carefully chose her outfit and pulled back her hair. What version of herself was she managing? A) Private self B) Public self C) Personal self D) Impression self

Q: Which is NOT a communication strategy used for identity management? A) Ingratiation B) Self-promotion C) Positive self-talk D) Exemplification

Q: What is the primary ethical issue related to identity management? A) The types of media you use to disseminate information about yourself B) Whether to engage in identity management at all C) Who you present information about yourself to D) The accuracy of the information you present

Q: People who are able to read others more accurately are able to employ better social skills, form closer relationships, and generally navigate life more smoothly. A) True B) False

Q: Perceptions are based on inferences from the sensory information that we have. A) True B) False

Q: Jarett and Tawanda are in a study group together. Tawanda reminds Jarett of his favorite cousin, whom he visits in Philadelphia every summer. As a result, whenever Tawanda gets to class, he smiles and motions for her to sit next to him. This is an example of __________. A) stereotyping B) rushing to judgment C) transference D) being fooled by appearances

Q: __________ occurs when we attribute our successes to our own favorable personality traits rather than to circumstances. A) Self-serving bias B) Fundamental attribution error C) Perception checking D) Stereotyping

Q: Which of the following occurs when you overestimate the impact of others' personal traits and play down the role of circumstances? A) Self-serving bias B) Fundamental attribution error C) Perception checking D) Stereotyping

Q: To strengthen our perceptions, it is important to __________. A) recognize that perceptions are infallible B) disregard additional data that may become available C) acknowledge that stereotypes are generally true D) differentiate between facts and inferences

Q: The perception checking process is used to __________. A) express your opinions and judgments about others in a nonverbal manner B) make judgments about people based on their physical or cultural characteristics C) gain a better understanding of another person's behavior D) identify similarities between a person you have just met and people you already know

Q: Making judgments about others and providing explanations for their behavior is part of the process called __________. A) stimuli B) perception C) inferences D) person perception

Q: We want to know who will help, harm, or interest us. This is a part of __________. A) making a good impression on others B) deepening and strengthening our interactions C) making the right communication choices D) deciding about how to be a good communicator

Q: The mind stores vast quantities of information, and when we experience certain stimuli, they trigger responses based on stored information. This is called __________. A) perception checking B) mental associations C) nonverbal communication D) forming perceptions

Q: Which of the following is NOT a source of mental associations? A) Life experiences B) Information you create C) Media D) Culture

Q: Which of the following is an example of how the media can influence mental associations? A) Watching television coverage of an upcoming election B) Playing soccer outside with a friend C) Studying for an exam in the school library D) Preparing a meal with a family member

Q: One common mistake that occurs when forming perceptions is that people may __________. A) take some time before making judgments about others B) freeze on their first impression and resist further cues that contradict it C) make judgments based on a person's behavior rather than stereotypes D) ignore a person's appearance and instead focus on his or her actions

Q: Which statement about stereotypes is true? A) They are a form of self-serving bias. B) They typically result in accurate perceptions of others. C) They consider the character of the individual person. D) They are inferences drawn about others based on their social category.

Q: Melissa signed up for Tinder and decided that Jesse, based on his profile picture, would be the perfect partner. Jesse was attractive, with black hair and beautiful brown eyes. In person, however, Jesse was rude and unlikable. What was Melissa's mistake? A) She was fooled by appearances. B) She made a judgment based on a stereotype. C) She gave herself the benefit of the doubt. D) She used transference.

Q: You should not use appearance as the primary way to form perceptions about others because __________. A) perceptions based on appearance are a weaker indicator of a person's characteristics than other social cues typically present B) a person's appearance provides no cues to his or her personality C) the accuracy of our judgments lessens as we get to know other people and interact with them D) nonverbal communication does not have a significant impact on a person's appearance

Q: ______________ means communicating without words.

Q: ______________ refers to the medium of delivery.

Q: The person who attempts to make sense of the message through decoding is called the ______________.

Q: Responses to our messages are called ______________.

Q: Rules and values that a group uses to guide conduct and distinguish between right and wrong are referred to as ______________.

Q: ______________ is a form of negative communication that often involves the use of words in an attempt to gain power over others.

Q: Which term encompasses the information that we receive through our senses of sight, hearing, smell, taste, or touch? A) Stimuli B) Perception C) Inferences D) Person perception

Q: The superimposition of one medium on the platform of another medium is called ______________.

Q: The ability to achieve your communication goals is referred to as ______________.

Q: Your _____________ consists of all the skills you have available for interacting with others.

Q: Your ______________ include all the words in your vocabulary that you might use to express an idea to others.

Q: You exhibit ______________ when you put yourself in the other person's shoes.

Q: In the communication process, the person with the ideas to express is the ______________.

Q: All noise is caused by external sources, such as a police siren or cell phone ringtone. A) True B) False

Q: A response to a message is called feedback. A) True B) False

Q: Words have the same meaning for all people in all cultures. A) True B) False

Q: A goal of many communicators is to create shared meaning. A) True B) False

Q: Ethical communicators do not deceive or manipulate others. A) True B) False

Q: Communicating every day guarantees that you communicate effectively. A) True B) False

Q: Communication is always positive. A) True B) False

Q: Not even highly effective communication can change most people's closely held beliefs and attitudes. A) True B) False

Q: The literal idea expressed by a message is called the ______________.

Q: ______________ refers to the ways in which members relate to one another and view one another's functions within the group.

Q: To encode a message, receivers process the source's verbal and nonverbal symbols to form their own perception of the message's meaning. A) True B) False

Q: The content meaning of a message highlights what the message says about your relationship. A) True B) False

Q: To work effectively, group members must be aware of small group dynamics. A) True B) False

Q: Public speakers do not receive feedback from the audience while delivering a speech. A) True B) False

Q: When selecting a topic for a speech, it's important to consider the audience's interests. A) True B) False

Q: Mediated communication is communication that occurs face-to-face. A) True B) False

Q: A television broadcast is an example of mass communication. A) True B) False

Q: The study of communication can help you maintain your personal relationships. A) True B) False

Q: To communicate effectively, you must focus on your own goals and disregard the goals of your partner(s). A) True B) False

Q: Passive listening involves processing the message to uncover its meaning. A) True B) False

Q: It is often effective to use different communication styles in different situations. A) True B) False

Q: Your communicative behaviors are influenced by your personal experiences and your culture. A) True B) False

Q: When you use verbal and nonverbal symbols to express ideas, you are decoding a message. A) True B) False

Q: When having a conversation with a friend, your voice acts as a channel. A) True B) False

Q: The person to whom a message is communicated is called the source. A) True B) False

Q: Interpersonal communication is centered on a large audience. A) True B) False

Q: While you are communicating with others, they will provide both verbal (words) and nonverbal responses. These responses are called __________. A) experience B) culture C) feedback D) context

Q: The person expressing the idea is referred to as the __________. A) source B) receiver C) decoder D) channel