Exam 6: Verbal Communication Skills

Which phrase demonstrates the most effective use of extended I language?

__________ is a set of words that has a particular meaning to a person,group,or culture.

According to linguist Deborah Tannen,gender plays a significant role in how we interpret verbal messages.For example,women tend to interpret a message based on __________.

Most everyone will be sorry to see Professor Carmichael retire at the end of this academic year.Abel,on the other hand,has told people "It's about time that crusty old geezer retires.He's way too old to still be in the classroom." This is an example of __________.

According to communication scholars,what is often most important to say explicitly when apologizing?

During the late sixties and early seventies,it was common to see bumper stickers that said,"America: Love It or Leave It!" This sentiment reflects the language barrier of __________.

Your friend approaches you and says,"Try your best not to picture a fat panda bear." This,of course,causes you to imagine a fat panda bear.Which power of words does this demonstrate?

Igor's parents asked him how he liked the concert last night.Igor responded with,"Wow,it was totally sick! I'm going again tonight." His parents wonder,"If the concert was sick,why would Igor want to go again?" Explain the language barrier most likely involved in this exchange.What can you suggest for managing this word barrier?

Explain the concept of extended "I" language and how it can help soften what could be perceived as a harsh message.Provide an example.

After her parents tell her she can't go to the concert on Tuesday,Gael says,"You never let me do anything!" Since Gael's parents allow her to stay out late each weekend,her reaction seems to exhibit the barrier of __________.

Describe the difference(s)between assertive and aggressive communication and why one is preferable over the other.

What seeks to explain how societies are bound or linked together through their use of symbols?

What is the most effective way to sustain a conversation?

Which form of communication is characterized by spontaneously and interactively exchanging messages with another person?

Piper and her boyfriend are arguing about a new management position she's considering at work.While Piper wants to apply for the job,her boyfriend keeps mentioning how busy Piper will be if she becomes a manager.Which of Jack Gibb's strategies for creating a supportive climate did Piper's boyfriend most clearly violate?

The __________ level of meaning conveys the feelings and subjective associations a person has for a symbol.

What is a general characteristic of our Facebook posts,according to research?

Gregorio was describing the noises that hens make at his part-time job at the egg farm.He used the word "cackle" as part of his description,an example of __________.

Simon responds to his son's request by exclaiming,"I don't care what you want.You'll do what I tell you,when I tell you,and that's that!" Which strategy for creating a supportive climate do Simon's words most likely violate?

When you use a phrase such as "I felt like a wrung-out washrag after that test!" you are expressing your emotions via a(n)__________.