Question 1

Men interrupt conversations more often than women.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

The rules that govern word order are called __________.

Accepted Answer

A) language 
B) phonology 
C) syntax 
D) semantics 
A) language 
B) phonology 
C) syntax 
D) semantics C

Question 3

Denotative meanings are the literal, or commonly accepted, meaning of a word.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

Phonology refers to the meanings of specific words.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which of the following is not part of the semantic triangle of meaning?

Accepted Answer

A) symbol 
B) referent 
C) object 
D) reference 
A) symbol 
B) referent 
C) object 
D) reference

Question 6

Which of the following is not part of the four common strategies used to maintain long distance relationships, particularly when one partner is deployed?

Accepted Answer

A) to talk about the events and news from the day 
B) to avoid discussing negative topics 
C) to express affection 
D) to avoid talking about future plans 
A) to talk about the events and news from the day 
B) to avoid discussing negative topics 
C) to express affection 
D) to avoid talking about future plans

Question 7

Approximately __________ of professional employees work in virtual teams.

Accepted Answer

A) 20 percent 
B) 40 percent 
C) 60 percent 
D) 80 percent 
A) 20 percent 
B) 40 percent 
C) 60 percent 
D) 80 percent

Question 8

Scientists, technicians, educators, and physicians often incorporate jargon when communicating with other members of the same profession.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Dana often shares personal information about herself, asks questions about others' well-being, and invites others to participate during conversations.This is known as report talk.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

To say you are "in between jobs" instead of "unemployed" is an example of __________.

Accepted Answer

A) colloquialism 
B) regionalism 
C) doublespeak 
D) euphemism 
A) colloquialism 
B) regionalism 
C) doublespeak 
D) euphemism

Men interrupt conversations more often than women.

The rules that govern word order are called __________.

Denotative meanings are the literal, or commonly accepted, meaning of a word.

Phonology refers to the meanings of specific words.

Which of the following is not part of the semantic triangle of meaning?

Which of the following is not part of the four common strategies used to maintain long distance relationships, particularly when one partner is deployed?

Approximately __________ of professional employees work in virtual teams.

Scientists, technicians, educators, and physicians often incorporate jargon when communicating with other members of the same profession.

Dana often shares personal information about herself, asks questions about others' well-being, and invites others to participate during conversations.This is known as report talk.

To say you are "in between jobs" instead of "unemployed" is an example of __________.

Foundations of Communication

Communication, Perception, and the Self

Nonverbal Communication

Language

Interpersonal Communication

Improving Interpersonal Communication and Relationships

Communication in Groups

Leadership and Improving Communication in Groups and Teams

Developing Your Speech Topic and Purpose

Gathering and Developing Supporting Materials

Delivering Your Speech

Informative Speaking

Persuasive Speaking

Invitational Speaking

Filters

Exam 4: Communication

Men interrupt conversations more often than women.

The rules that govern word order are called __________.

Denotative meanings are the literal, or commonly accepted, meaning of a word.

Phonology refers to the meanings of specific words.

Which of the following is not part of the semantic triangle of meaning?

Which of the following is not part of the four common strategies used to maintain long distance relationships, particularly when one partner is deployed?

Approximately __________ of professional employees work in virtual teams.

Scientists, technicians, educators, and physicians often incorporate jargon when communicating with other members of the same profession.

Dana often shares personal information about herself, asks questions about others' well-being, and invites others to participate during conversations.This is known as report talk.

To say you are "in between jobs" instead of "unemployed" is an example of __________.

Foundations of Communication

Communication, Perception, and the Self

Nonverbal Communication

Language

Interpersonal Communication

Improving Interpersonal Communication and Relationships

Communication in Groups

Leadership and Improving Communication in Groups and Teams

Developing Your Speech Topic and Purpose

Gathering and Developing Supporting Materials

Delivering Your Speech

Informative Speaking

Persuasive Speaking

Invitational Speaking

Filters