Question 1

Dierdre Boden and Harvey Molotch's (1994)study investigated the idea of co-presence.Carol Brooks Gardner refers to the desire for co-presence as:

Accepted Answer

In Boden and Molotch's study, the concept of co-presence was defined as the desire for physical proximity and the compulsion to be near others. Therefore, Gardner's term "compulsion of proximity" best aligns with this idea.

Question 2

The use of the Internet,e-mail,chat rooms,and social networking sites,such as MySpace and facebook:

Accepted Answer

The use of the Internet, e-mail, chat rooms, and social networking sites has added a new and different dimension to the study of everyday life. Sociologists are now able to examine how communication and interaction play out in online environments, which can be different from face-to-face interactions. They can also study how online interactions impact offline interactions and relationships.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a behavioral cue used by people encountering strangers on the street to assess the possibility of threat according to research by Elijah Anderson?

Accepted Answer

Elijah Anderson's research on street etiquette and the assessment of strangers does not specifically mention the correctness of speech as a behavioral cue for assessing threat. Instead, his work focuses on visible cues such as race, gender, age, and attire, which can be immediately observed in public spaces.

Question 4

Elijah Anderson argues that many whites are not streetwise.Which of the following is NOT evidence of being streetwise according to Anderson?

Accepted Answer

Being streetwise, according to Elijah Anderson, involves understanding and navigating the social dynamics and potential dangers of urban environments. This includes recognizing different types of individuals and knowing how to physically navigate spaces safely (like recognizing gang members, understanding spatial dynamics, and avoiding dangerous areas). However, a blanket rule like "not talking to any strangers" does not specifically align with the nuanced understanding and skills associated with being streetwise, which is more about discernment and situational awareness than avoiding all interaction.

Question 5

The Internet is an exciting tool that facilitates communication between people.A latent advantage to electronic communication is that it:

Accepted Answer

Electronic communication can mask cues about a person's membership in certain social or demographic groups (e.g., race, age, gender), potentially reducing bias or discrimination based on these characteristics. This can be seen as an advantage in contexts where such biases might otherwise affect interactions.

Question 6

One of the ways in which electronic media changes impression management is that:

Accepted Answer

Electronic media such as emails, texting, and social media usually do not transmit nonverbal cues, such as facial expressions or tone of voice, which can be instrumental in impression management. Therefore, individuals have to rely more on written words and other cues to convey their intentions and emotional state, which can be challenging and sometimes misinterpreted.

Question 7

In research by Elijah Anderson,time of day and activity were also important cues because they could help people assess whether a stranger "passed inspection" and was considered to be:

Accepted Answer

According to the information provided, people use time of day and activity to determine whether a stranger is "safe" or not. This implies that the answer is B, safe.

Question 8

One study (Nie et al.,2004)conducted at Stanford University found all of the following EXCEPT that:

Accepted Answer

The study by Nie et al. (2004) did not find that more than 75% of Internet users communicate only with close friends and family. Instead, it highlighted aspects of how Internet use affects socializing, communication with strangers, reduction in TV watching, and sleep patterns, but it did not specifically conclude that the majority of communication was limited to close friends and family.

Question 9

An MSN survey in 2001 reported that for the age group under 25,e-mail was fast replacing face-to-face contact.Which of the following is NOT a finding of the MSN study?

Accepted Answer

The MSN study did not find that 70% of young people no longer desire face-to-face contact with friends. This statement goes against the idea that email is replacing face-to-face contact, as it implies that young people are actively avoiding face-to-face interactions. The other options (A, B, D, and E) are all findings from the study.

Question 10

The use of the Internet,e-mail,chat rooms,and social networking sites,such as MySpace and facebook:

Accepted Answer

The use of the Internet, e-mail, chat rooms, and social networking sites adds a new and different dimension to the study of everyday life for sociologists. With technological advancements, new forms of communication and social interaction have emerged, leading to a change in the way sociologists approach their research.

Question 11

A student who sends a photograph of himself drinking with a suggestive message to his boss can be considered to be engaging in an electronic form of:

Accepted Answer

The behavior of the student sending a photograph of himself drinking with a suggestive message to his boss is an example of interactional vandalism. This term refers to the deliberate violation of social norms and boundaries in online interactions, especially in a way that seeks to provoke, upset or cause harm to others. In this case, the student is engaging in behavior that is inappropriate and potentially offensive to his boss, which could damage their working relationship and lead to negative consequences for his career.

Question 12

The research by Dierdre Boden and Harvey Molotch (1994)concludes that co-presence fosters intimacy and trust in part because people:

Accepted Answer

Boden and Molotch conclude that co-presence fosters intimacy and trust because people are able to see one another's eyes, which are considered the "windows of the soul." This allows individuals to gauge the other person's emotions and intentions more accurately, leading to increased feelings of trust and intimacy.

Question 13

The requirement on facebook that people must send and have accepted a request to be a "friend" is one way that social media allows the user to employ:

Accepted Answer

The requirement on Facebook that people must send and have accepted a request to be a "friend" allows users to control who can see their posts and interact with them, effectively segregating their audience into groups (e.g., friends, family, colleagues). This is a form of audience segregation, where users can manage different facets of their identity and interactions based on the audience.

Question 14

When a student texts his friends with familiar abbreviations and acronyms but e-mails his professors with carefully written and edited messages e-mails,he is using the media for

Accepted Answer

The student is using different communication styles depending on the audience, in order to manage the impression they make on others. With friends, they use familiar language, but with professors, they take care to write well-edited messages to convey a professional image.

Question 15

Nonverbal communication is important only when verbal communication is limited.

Accepted Answer

Nonverbal communication is important in all types of communication, even when verbal communication is not limited. Nonverbal communication can add emphasis, convey emotions, and help emphasize certain points in verbal communication.

Question 16

Maria has two e-mail accounts,two cell phone numbers,and two social media accounts.One set of accounts she uses just for communication with her employer and her professors.By doing this,Maria is using the different media accounts to help to demarcate:

Accepted Answer

Maria is using different media accounts to separate her personal and professional lives. This is an example of demarcating front and back regions, which are the different spheres of social interaction where individuals present different aspects of themselves. In this case, the "front" region refers to her professional communication and the "back" region refers to her personal communication. By having separate accounts for each, Maria can maintain a clear boundary between her professional and personal lives.

Question 17

Some claim that our rapid advances in communication technologies are creating a "devoiced" society,which suggests that there is a decrease in:

Accepted Answer

The term "devoiced" suggests a decrease in direct interaction, which is the only option that aligns with this concept. While communication technologies may facilitate indirect interaction, personal isolation, and virtual vs. actual interaction, they do not necessarily result in a decrease in communication of all types.

Question 18

A researcher's study of the text messages exchanged among a group of friends can be referred to as:

Accepted Answer

The study of text messages exchanged among a group of friends would fall under conversation analysis, which involves the detailed examination of naturally occurring conversational interactions.

Question 19

In a 1997 study of office workers,researchers Raymond friedman and Steven Currall found all the following EXCEPT that respondents:

Accepted Answer

The study found that respondents did not develop stronger techniques for interpersonal communication as a result of the problems and shift back to face-to-face communication.

Question 20

Helga and Enid talk every day on the phone; send letters,e-mails,and gifts; and often chat online.Lately,they have been planning their next vacation together; despite their daily contact,they still miss each other.This is an example of which concept?

Accepted Answer

The compulsion of proximity refers to the feeling of needing physical or emotional closeness with another person, even if there is already frequent communication or interaction. In this case, Helga and Enid still miss each other despite their daily contact, showing the compulsion of proximity.

Quiz 5: Social Interaction And Everyday Life In The Age Of The Internet

Dierdre Boden and Harvey Molotch's (1994) study investigated the idea of co-presence.Carol Brooks Gardner refers to the desire for co-presence as:

The use of the Internet,e-mail,chat rooms,and social networking sites,such as MySpace and facebook:

Which of the following is NOT a behavioral cue used by people encountering strangers on the street to assess the possibility of threat according to research by Elijah Anderson?

Elijah Anderson argues that many whites are not streetwise.Which of the following is NOT evidence of being streetwise according to Anderson?

The Internet is an exciting tool that facilitates communication between people.A latent advantage to electronic communication is that it:

One of the ways in which electronic media changes impression management is that:

In research by Elijah Anderson,time of day and activity were also important cues because they could help people assess whether a stranger "passed inspection" and was considered to be:

One study (Nie et al.,2004) conducted at Stanford University found all of the following EXCEPT that:

An MSN survey in 2001 reported that for the age group under 25,e-mail was fast replacing face-to-face contact.Which of the following is NOT a finding of the MSN study?

The use of the Internet,e-mail,chat rooms,and social networking sites,such as MySpace and facebook:

A student who sends a photograph of himself drinking with a suggestive message to his boss can be considered to be engaging in an electronic form of:

The research by Dierdre Boden and Harvey Molotch (1994) concludes that co-presence fosters intimacy and trust in part because people:

The requirement on facebook that people must send and have accepted a request to be a "friend" is one way that social media allows the user to employ:

When a student texts his friends with familiar abbreviations and acronyms but e-mails his professors with carefully written and edited messages e-mails,he is using the media for

Nonverbal communication is important only when verbal communication is limited.

Maria has two e-mail accounts,two cell phone numbers,and two social media accounts.One set of accounts she uses just for communication with her employer and her professors.By doing this,Maria is using the different media accounts to help to demarcate:

Some claim that our rapid advances in communication technologies are creating a "devoiced" society,which suggests that there is a decrease in:

A researcher's study of the text messages exchanged among a group of friends can be referred to as:

In a 1997 study of office workers,researchers Raymond friedman and Steven Currall found all the following EXCEPT that respondents:

Helga and Enid talk every day on the phone; send letters,e-mails,and gifts; and often chat online.Lately,they have been planning their next vacation together; despite their daily contact,they still miss each other.This is an example of which concept?