Question 1

The fact that some people lie in order to take advantage of others refutes which of the following myths of communication?

Accepted Answer

A)   More communication is better.
B)   Communication is inherently good.
C)   Communication can break down.
D)   Communication can be used to solve any problem. B

Question 2

Ethical communication generally involves treating people fairly, communicating honestly, and avoiding immoral behavior.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

When people engage in communication about their communication, they are engaging in a process called

Accepted Answer

A)   perceptual identity checking.
B)   communication assurance.
C)   metacommunication.
D)   understanding maximization. C

Question 4

Compare and contrast effective and appropriate communication, giving examples of each.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Compare and contrast effective and appropriate communication,...

Question 5

There is a long-standing debate in the field of communication about whether or not messages need to be intentional in order to convey meaning. Take a position in that debate. How important do you think intentionality is in communication? Are there instances in which someone is not communicating?

Accepted Answer

The answer of There is a long-standing debate in the...

Question 6

Which of the following is an example of feedback that someone might provide in response to a message?

Accepted Answer

A)   nodding to show that he is paying attention to and understanding the message
B)   looking at her watch anxiously as someone else is talking
C)   rolling his eyes or sighing in the middle of someone's comments
D)   Each of these is an example of feedback.

Question 7

When your roommate says "We're out of detergent again" and you take that as a criticism, you are paying attention to which aspect of the message?

Accepted Answer

A)   context dimension
B)   relational dimension
C)   representative dimension
D)   content dimension

Question 8

According to research, what is the most powerful predictor of happiness in life?

Accepted Answer

A)   physical attractiveness
B)   income
C)   health
D)   marital happiness

Question 9

Metacommunication occurs when individuals discuss the meaning or subtext of their messages.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Communication context includes all of the following except

Accepted Answer

A)   the number of people who might overhear the conversation.
B)   the emotional climate of the situation.
C)   the connotation of the message.
D)   the location where communication occurs.

Question 11

Imagine that you have just called a friend, but your friend didn't take the call and it went to voicemail. At first, you assume your friend was simply away from the phone or busy, but you start to wonder if he might be angry with you or ignoring you. In this instance, you are exercising which ability?

Accepted Answer

A)   self-monitoring
B)   cognitive complexity
C)   communication competence
D)   interpersonal communication

Question 12

Researchers use which term to describe how aware people are of their own behaviors?

Accepted Answer

A)   cognitive complexity
B)   self-monitoring
C)   adaptability
D)   self-disclosure

Question 13

Competent communication must be both effective and appropriate.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Human interaction is critical for the health of both infants and adults.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Explain the primary differences between the action, interaction, and transaction models of communication.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Explain the primary differences between the action,...

Question 16

Which type of noise is associated with distractions that result from a loud environment?

Accepted Answer

A)   physical noise
B)   psychological noise
C)   physiological noise
D)   psychic noise

Question 17

Lack of effective communication is the most commonly cited reason for relationship failure.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

One cultural myth about communication is that it can solve any relational problem. Offer reasoned speculation as to why people believe that idea. Do our shared social experiences lead us to think communication is a cure-all? How is that idea reinforced in our society? What role do the mass media play in perpetuating that idea? Finally, offer a brief but reasoned argument refuting this myth.

Accepted Answer

The answer of One cultural myth about communication is that...

Question 19

A sign in the library that reads "No Talking Allowed" would constitute an example of what?

Accepted Answer

A)   perceptual filter
B)   relational dimension
C)   explicit rule
D)   unintentional communication

Question 20

Words have inherent meanings.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 1: About Communication

The fact that some people lie in order to take advantage of others refutes which of the following myths of communication?

Ethical communication generally involves treating people fairly, communicating honestly, and avoiding immoral behavior.

When people engage in communication about their communication, they are engaging in a process called

Compare and contrast effective and appropriate communication, giving examples of each.

There is a long-standing debate in the field of communication about whether or not messages need to be intentional in order to convey meaning. Take a position in that debate. How important do you think intentionality is in communication? Are there instances in which someone is not communicating?

Which of the following is an example of feedback that someone might provide in response to a message?

When your roommate says "We're out of detergent again" and you take that as a criticism, you are paying attention to which aspect of the message?

According to research, what is the most powerful predictor of happiness in life?

Metacommunication occurs when individuals discuss the meaning or subtext of their messages.

Communication context includes all of the following except

Researchers use which term to describe how aware people are of their own behaviors?

Competent communication must be both effective and appropriate.

Human interaction is critical for the health of both infants and adults.

Explain the primary differences between the action, interaction, and transaction models of communication.

Which type of noise is associated with distractions that result from a loud environment?

Lack of effective communication is the most commonly cited reason for relationship failure.

A sign in the library that reads "No Talking Allowed" would constitute an example of what?

Words have inherent meanings.