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Communication involves two or more people acting in both sender and receiver roles, and their messages are dependent on and influenced by those of their partner. This means that communication is
a. symbolic.
b. cultural.
c. transactional.
d. interdependent.
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Which theory explains the following scenario? Your little brother is a huge fan of WWE wrestling. After he and his friends watch several matches, you observe them beginning to act out their own wrestling matches, shouting at one another and jumping off the couch trying to pin one another.
a. media convergence theory
b. social cognitive theory
c. monkey-seemonkey-do effect
d. cultivation theory
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What organizational pattern do the following main points utilize?
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The Miller family cant decide where to have dinner, so they have everyone write down their choice on a piece of paper and put it in a bowl. When Dad draws Pagliais Pizza out of the bowl, their choice has been made through a form of compromise.
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Describe the differences in mens and womens language use. Why is it useful for us to understand these differences? In what ways is it problematic to define particular language patterns as masculine or feminine?
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The Amish, African Americans, Catholics, and Goths are all groups we might refer to as members of a/an
a. enclave.
b. student group.
c. co-culture.
d. code-community.
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Following the devastating earthquake in Japan, Chizu, a Japanese graduate student attending school in the United States, found herself glued to the television and sometimes unable to sleep, fearing she would miss important information. We would refer to her state as
a. information overload.
b. media dependence.
c. media convergence.
d. television addiction.
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Describe the test the authors suggest for ensuring that your main points are on the right track.
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Playing devils advocate is a challenging conflict management behavior.
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Synthesizing what you know about the situational context, the relational context, and the cultural context, illustrate how language is bound by, builds on, and creates culture in each context.
C = synthesis; D = 2
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The shared beliefs, values, and practices of a group of people is their
a. communication relationship.
b. culture.
c. norms.
d. co-culture.
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The __________ focuses on the way we make media choices in order to satisfy our needs and goals.
a. gatekeeper theory
b. cultivation effect
c. uses and gratifications perspective
d. social capital concept
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The authors of the textbook advise that speakers include brief reminders about important information related to the delivery of the speech in their speaking outlines.
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Attacking an individual rather than an issue is considered a form of verbal aggression.
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Define the concept of politically correct language. How do the principles of cognitive language, the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis, and linguistic determinism illuminate the underlying assumptions of the political correctness movement? What do you understand to be the pros and cons of using politically correct language?
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The process of receiving a message by interpreting and assigning meaning to it is referred to as
a. encoding.
b. decoding.
c. translating.
d. inquiring.
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Which of the following is the government not able to do?
a. restrict the language aired on prime-time broadcast programs
b. require cable channels to air sexually mature subject matter late in the evening when children will not be watching
c. fine broadcast channels that display nudity in their programs
d. require broadcast channels to censor indecent content, even in live broadcasts
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Sentence outlines that are written out word-for-word, exactly the way the speaker plans to give the speech, dont make good speaking outlines for most speakers.
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Communication scholars consider challenging strategies to be a form of aggression.
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Considering what you have learned throughout this chapter and others, explain why it is important to label the things in our world, including people. Why is labeling problematic?
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After looking in your book bag and realizing you forgot to grab a pen, you lean over to one of your classmates and you say, Do you have a pen I can borrow for class today? You have just engaged in what mental process as you constructed your message?
a. encoding
b. decoding
c. coding
d. symbolizing
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Entertainment that appeals to most peoples baser instincts is referred to as
a. reality television.
b. low culture.
c. narrowcasting.
d. mind candy.
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Most audiences prefer a speaker to keep the organization, including the main points, of their speech a mystery so that they are not burdened with too many details in the introduction of the speech.
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Escapist strategies are harmful to a relationship and should always be avoided in favor of more direct and effective conflict management strategies.
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Using a brief narrative example, illustrate how a person might understand how to use language semantically, but not grasp how to use those same words on a pragmatic level.
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The word dog is a __________, an arbitrary construction that refers to the canine companion that sleeps at the foot of your bed.
a. code
b. channel
c. symbol
d. behavior
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Sasha watches television, creeps on her friends Facebook pages, and texts her best friends at the same time. What term would your text use to describe Sashas behavior?
a. media multitasking
b. media converging
c. techno-tasking
d. narrowcasting
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Speakers should avoid beginning their speech by posing a question because it takes the focus off the speaker and puts it onto the audience.
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Why is the use of abstract language described as a language problem? Why and how would someone intentionally use abstract language to accomplish his or her communication goals?
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The ability of one person, group, or organization to influence others, and the manner in which their relationships are conducted is called
a. control.
b. affiliation.
c. interdependence.
d. goal achievement.
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The merging of traditional mass communication with digital computing and telecommunication technologies is called
a. media expansion.
b. media pervasion.
c. media convergence.
d. media multitasking.
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Anecdotes can be used effectively as the opening of a speech as long as they are vividly told and are clearly related to the topic of the speech.
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It is common for people to use channels that provide limited or delayed interaction (for example, e-mail or over the phone) to initiate or engage in conflict with people who intimidate them.
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List and explain the five functional communication competencies identified by Barbara Wood.
C = knowledge; D = 1
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While on a first date, you notice your date leaning in toward you, meeting your gaze, smiling when you make eye contact, and laughing at your jokesyou infer from your dates behavior that he or she likes you. This scenario best represents the use of communication to express
a. control.
b. affiliation.
c. goal achievement.
d. influence over another person.
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Which of the following would be considered mediated communication?
a. a telephone conversation
b. a text message
c. a television news broadcast
d. All of the options are correct.
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Effective speeches usually begin with a statement such as, Hi, my name is Jamaal, and Im here to talk to you about. . . .
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Choosing an inappropriate channel through which to communicate ones message can lead to conflict in a relationship.
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Explain what we mean when we say that language is symbolic, that words have multiple meanings, that it is informed by our thoughts, ruled by grammar, and bound by context.
C = comprehension; D =1
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All of the following have been identified as the primary reasons why we communicate except for which one?
a. to express affiliation
b. to exchange information
c. to achieve goals
d. to influence others
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How do the principles and skills you have learned about public speaking in Chapters 11‒15 relate to your competence as an employment interviewee? How can you use these skills to improve your effectiveness in the role of an interviewee?
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Your body is an engine and water is its oil, is an example of a simile.
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John Gottmans research has found that women tend to criticize their partners more than men do.
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Define the process of code switching.
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The best definition of interdependence from the list below is
a. what we do affects others, and what they do affects us.
b. a persons self-esteem is dependent on whether another person needs him or her.
c. being able to communicate effectively to meet ones needs.
d. a reluctance to communicate with others.
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Explain the interviewees role in the interview process. What steps should an employment interviewee take to ensure he or she is adequately prepared to fill these roles and communicate effectively during the interview? What advice would you have to help the interviewee communicate effectively during and after the interview?
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Metaphors use the words like or as to compare two things.
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Research by John Gottman has found that women tend to stonewall their partners more than men do.
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Give an example of a tag question.
H = Gender and Language (p. 91); C = comprehension; D = 3
Examples will vary, but should include an opinion statement followed by a question. For example, The food here is really great, dont you think?
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A/An __________ perspective of communication examines how communication helps (or doesnt help) to accomplish our goals in personal, group, organizational, or public situations.
a. interdependent
b. interdisciplinary
c. interpersonal
d. functional
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Alvaro graduated a month ago and is currently on the job market looking for his first professional position. Despite the fact that Alvaro has a strong GPA, is a member of a fraternity for students in his field, and has recently finished an internship, he hasnt had any luck, so far, landing an interview, and hes beginning to feel frustrated. Hes focused on applying for jobs through monster.com, and hes just not sure what to do next. Is Alvaro making any mistakes in his job search? What advice do you have for Alvaro to help him land a great interview?
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Allusion refers to the repetition of the same consonant sound at the beginning of successive words in a speech.
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People from high-context and collectivist cultures engage in indirect conflict management behaviors.
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Imagine that you are a woman who is being hit on by a man you do not find attractive. Provide an example of a resistance message that adheres to the feminine preferences discussed in the text.
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__________ is the process by which individuals use symbols and behaviors to exchange information.
a. Encoding
b. Decoding
c. Communication
d. Perception
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Describe the structure of an interview from beginning to end. What are the roles of the interviewer in each specific stage of the interview? What are the interviewers responsibilities before and after the interview?
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Repetition of well-crafted sentences or specific words and phrases can help leave a memorable impression on the speakers audience.
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In individualist cultures, conflict is viewed as negatively affecting relational harmony.
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Define linguistic determinism.
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Match the potential site of lesion to the descriptor of pathology. Terms may be used more than once or not at all. a. left hemisphere b. right hemisphere c. arcuate fasciculus d. frontal lobe Cognitive deficit
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Match the potential site of lesion to the descriptor of pathology. Terms may be used more than once or not at all. a. left hemisphere b. right hemisphere c. arcuate fasciculus d. frontal lobe Inability to comprehend jokes
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Match the potential site of lesion to the descriptor of pathology. Terms may be used more than once or not at all. a. left hemisphere b. right hemisphere c. arcuate fasciculus d. frontal lobe Syntactic deficit
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Match the potential site of lesion to the descriptor of pathology. Terms may be used more than once or not at all. a. left hemisphere b. right hemisphere c. arcuate fasciculus d. frontal lobe Deficit in pragmatics
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Match the potential site of lesion to the descriptor of pathology. Terms may be used more than once or not at all. a. left hemisphere b. right hemisphere c. arcuate fasciculus d. frontal lobe Conduction aphasia
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Match each term to the correct descriptor. Terms may be used more than once or not at all. a. lower motor neuron b. upper motor neuron c. basal ganglia d. cerebellum e. Wernickes area f. Brocas area g. insula h. substantia nigra Damage can cause ataxia
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Match each term to the correct descriptor. Terms may be used more than once or not at all. a. lower motor neuron b. upper motor neuron c. basal ganglia d. cerebellum e. Wernickes area f. Brocas area g. insula h. substantia nigra Damage can cause Parkinsons disease
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Match each term to the correct descriptor. Terms may be used more than once or not at all. a. lower motor neuron b. upper motor neuron c. basal ganglia d. cerebellum e. Wernickes area f. Brocas area g. insula h. substantia nigra Damage can cause apraxia
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Match each term to the correct descriptor. Terms may be used more than once or not at all. a. lower motor neuron b. upper motor neuron c. basal ganglia d. cerebellum e. Wernickes area f. Brocas area g. insula h. substantia nigra Damage can cause flaccid conditions
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Match each term to the correct descriptor. Terms may be used more than once or not at all. a. lower motor neuron b. upper motor neuron c. basal ganglia d. cerebellum e. Wernickes area f. Brocas area g. insula h. substantia nigra Damage can cause receptive aphasia
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Match each term to the correct descriptor. Terms may be used more than once or not at all. a. lower motor neuron b. upper motor neuron c. basal ganglia d. cerebellum e. Wernickes area f. Brocas area g. insula h. substantia nigra Damage can cause spasticity
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Match each term to the correct descriptor. Terms may be used more than once or not at all. a. lower motor neuron b. upper motor neuron c. basal ganglia d. cerebellum e. Wernickes area f. Brocas area g. insula h. substantia nigra Damage can cause hyperkinesia
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Match each term to the correct descriptor. Terms may be used more than once or not at all. a. lower motor neuron b. upper motor neuron c. basal ganglia d. cerebellum e. Wernickes area f. Brocas area g. insula h. substantia nigra Damage can cause expressive aphasia
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Match each term to the correct descriptor. Terms may be used more than once or not at all. a. primary sensory or motor regions of the cortex b. secondary sensory or motor regions of the cortex c. association areas Limbic system
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Match each term to the correct descriptor. Terms may be used more than once or not at all. a. primary sensory or motor regions of the cortex b. secondary sensory or motor regions of the cortex c. association areas Premotor region
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Match each term to the correct descriptor. Terms may be used more than once or not at all. a. primary sensory or motor regions of the cortex b. secondary sensory or motor regions of the cortex c. association areas Supplementary motor area
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Match each term to the correct descriptor. Terms may be used more than once or not at all. a. primary sensory or motor regions of the cortex b. secondary sensory or motor regions of the cortex c. association areas Brodmann areas 44 and 45
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Match each term to the correct descriptor. Terms may be used more than once or not at all. a. primary sensory or motor regions of the cortex b. secondary sensory or motor regions of the cortex c. association areas Precentral gyrus
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Match each term to the correct descriptor. Terms may be used more than once or not at all. a. primary sensory or motor regions of the cortex b. secondary sensory or motor regions of the cortex c. association areas Brodmann area 17
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Match each term to the correct descriptor. Terms may be used more than once or not at all. a. primary sensory or motor regions of the cortex b. secondary sensory or motor regions of the cortex c. association areas Posterior Brodmann area 22 (Wernickes area)