Question 1

Katrina is trying everything she can think of to avoid giving Ivan the idea that she is interested in him romantically.She is avoiding Ivan,saying less than usual,avoiding eye contact,etc.The problem for Katrina is that Ivan isn't getting the message despite her effort.Why isn't Ivan receiving Katrina's message?

Accepted Answer

C

Question 2

In the "Observing What You See" reading in Chapter 6,the author details how she made inferences about a student she observed in a cafeteria.What is the main point of this reading?

Accepted Answer

A

Question 3

In the "Observing What You See" reading in Chapter 6,the author details how she made inferences about a student she observed in a cafeteria.What does she conclude?

Accepted Answer

C

Question 4

Daniel is a First Nations student at a university.He grew up in his community and still lives there.He has run into conflict with a professor because he avoids eye contact with the professor and says very little.Considering his background,what does Daniel's behaviour most likely indicate?

Accepted Answer

In many First Nations cultures, avoiding direct eye contact is a sign of respect for authority figures. Additionally, speaking very little may also be an indication of respect for the professor's knowledge and position. Therefore, Daniel's behavior most likely indicates respect.

Question 5

When you simultaneously express different or contradictory messages with your verbal and nonverbal behaviours,what type of messages are you sending?

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Question 6

Gord and Tara work at a social services agency together.Gord is bored and looks out the window when Tara tells him about a challenging client she is working with.What nonverbal function is Gord demonstrating?

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Question 7

What does nonverbal behaviour generally express?

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Question 8

What nonverbal function is demonstrated by the nonverbal behaviour of smiling at a friend as you say "come on over here"?

Accepted Answer

The nonverbal behaviour of smiling complements the verbal invitation to "come on over here" by conveying a friendly and welcoming tone.

Question 9

What is characteristic about men's nonverbal behaviour?

Accepted Answer

Men generally require more personal space than women, which is a characteristic of their nonverbal behavior.

Question 10

When does your nonverbal behaviour have no communicative value?

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Question 11

What is characteristic about nonverbal communication across cultures?

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One characteristic of nonverbal communication across cultures is that patterns of eye contact vary. In some cultures, direct eye contact is seen as a sign of respect and interest, while in others it may be considered rude or aggressive.

Question 12

What is a characteristic of nonverbal behaviour?

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Question 13

Which of the following is a component of nonverbal communication?

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Volume, rate, and pitch of speech are all examples of nonverbal communication. Language (A) is a form of verbal communication, mediated communication (B) refers to communication through technological channels like texting or email, and sign language (C) is a separate language system that uses gestures and signs to convey meaning.

Question 14

What percentage of the emotional impact of a message can be attributed to nonverbal communication?

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Question 15

Which of the following pairs are functions of nonverbal communication?

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Repeating and contradicting are both functions of nonverbal communication. Repeating involves using nonverbal cues to reinforce a verbal message, while contradicting involves using nonverbal cues that go against a verbal message. The other options, accenting and intensifying, adding and substituting, and complementing and detracting, are not typically considered functions of nonverbal communication.

Question 16

John points down the hall when giving directions to the nearest washroom.What is this an example of?

Accepted Answer

When John points down the hall, he is simply repeating the location of the washroom. He is not emphasizing or complimenting the direction, nor is he substituting any information.

Question 17

What is the nonverbal function that is equivalent to using boldface or underlining in print?

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Accenting is the nonverbal function that is equivalent to using boldface or underlining in print. It involves emphasizing important words or ideas through nonverbal cues such as vocal emphasis, gestures, or facial expressions.

Question 18

What is characteristic of women's nonverbal behaviour?

Accepted Answer

Women tend to make more eye contact with their conversational partners than men. This helps to establish a connection and show interest in the conversation. Studies have shown that women also tend to use more facial expressions and body movements in their nonverbal behavior. However, there is no evidence to suggest that women are less vocally expressive or use more expansive gestures than men. Women are also not necessarily more likely to lean forward in conversations.

Question 19

Which term refers to a nonverbal behaviour that is inconsistent with a verbal message?

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Question 20

What has research into nonverbal communication across cultures revealed?

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Research into nonverbal communication across cultures has shown that smiles and laughter are universally recognized as signals of happiness or positive emotions, indicating that some aspects of nonverbal communication are understood regardless of cultural background.

Quiz 6: Nonverbal Communication: Messages Beyond Words