Exam 2: Interpersonal Communication and Self

Individuals generally have a dominant communication social style (a primary way of interacting with others)that includes the two dimensions of public and private.

A role that is considered both masculine and feminine is called a(n)________ role.

The theory suggesting that we make sense of the world based on our interactions with others is called symbolic interaction theory.

A strategy we use to help compare ourselves to others is called

A learned predisposition to respond to a person, object, or idea in a favorable or unfavorable way is

People who have a high sense of self-worth are more likely to be

Which of the following is facework that we engage in when we "save face" by correcting what others may perceive as a negative perception of us?

The process of redefining events and experiences from a different point of view is known as

Beliefs are learned predispositions to respond to persons, objects, or things in a favorable or unfavorable way.

Sammie seems to behave in ways that benefit others.It can be said that Sammie is prosocial.

A person who changes who he or she is, depending on the person with whom he or she is interacting, may not be wishy-washy but merely reflecting an appropriate social self.