Exam 3: Communication and Sexuality

One's family of origin can impact one's communication skills.

When we have a message for someone and want to communicate that message, which of the three goals of communication are we implementing?

When we want to project an image with our message, we are focusing on the goal of getting the job done.

Latoya says, "I might be wrong, but I think it is going to rain today." What is this an example of?

Which of the following terms best describes the environment in which people typically useindirect communication with a listener's understanding being dependent upon the context of the conversation, nonverbal behavior, relationship history, and social rules?

The term, genderlects, refers to using negative and gender stereotyping words during conversations.

Jia only communicates with others via computer-mediated communication. According to your text, some researchers predict that Jia may:

In the middle of an argument, Taylor told Robin, "You always take your mother's side." Taylor's statement is an example of which of the following?

What type of communication is typically more characteristic of individualistic cultures?

What category/style of communication skills are referred to as more comforting and involve a significant amount of listening?

What do we know about the impact of culture on communication? Discuss and critique two major points brought up in the chapter.Give a real life example related to each of your points.

When we want to maintain the relationship and not offend someone with our message, which of the three goals of communication are we focusing on?

If someone is trying to weigh his/her options to make a decision about whether to take a new job in a different city, he/she is likely to prefer talking with a friend who has this style of communication.

What do we know about the impact of gender on communication? Discuss and critique two major points brought up in the chapter. Give a real life example related to each of your points.

According to Tannen, women tend to use rapport talk while men use report talk.

Which type of culture is more likely to express thoughts, feelings, and ideas as directly as possible?

In one research study that asked men and women to report how they express their consent to engage in sex with a partner, what did most report?

Which culture is more likely to rely on nonverbal cues in communication?

Validating each other's opinions is a suggestion for fighting fairly.

What conversation technique is critical in maintaining healthy and satisfying relationships?