Question 1

The word interactional signifies an exchanging of all of the following except A)roles. B)expectations. C)responsibilities. D)beliefs.

Accepted Answer

B

Question 2

Explain why, once the interview begins, the two parties "cannot not communicate."

Accepted Answer

Once an interview begins, the two parties involved—the interviewer and the interviewee—enter into a process of communication that is continuous and inevitable. The concept that "one cannot not communicate" was introduced by communication theorists Paul Watzlawick, Janet Beavin Bavelas, and Don D. Jackson in their work on the pragmatics of human communication. This principle is based on the idea that every behavior is a form of communication. Therefore, once the interview starts, both parties are constantly sending and receiving messages, whether they intend to or not.

Here are several reasons why the two parties "cannot not communicate" once the interview begins:

1. Verbal Communication: The most obvious form of communication in an interview is verbal. Both parties are engaged in asking and answering questions, discussing topics, and exchanging information. Silence or refusal to answer a question also communicates a message, whether it is discomfort, lack of knowledge, or a strategic decision.

2. Nonverbal Communication: Nonverbal cues such as body language, facial expressions, eye contact, posture, and gestures are powerful communicators. Even when no words are spoken, these nonverbal signals can convey attitudes, emotions, and reactions. For example, a candidate's nervous fidgeting can communicate anxiety, while an interviewer's nod can signal agreement or encouragement.

3. Paralinguistic Features: The way something is said—tone of voice, pitch, volume, and speaking rate—also communicates information beyond the actual words spoken. An interviewer's tone can suggest interest or skepticism, while an interviewee's hesitant speech might indicate uncertainty.

4. Environmental Communication: The setting of the interview itself communicates messages. The arrangement of the room, the distance between the chairs, and the overall ambiance can influence the dynamics of the interaction. A formal, corporate setting might communicate a more serious tone, while a casual coffee shop might suggest a more relaxed conversation.

5. Contextual Factors: The context of the interview, including the time of day, the preceding events, and the purpose of the interview, also affects communication. For instance, an interview at the end of a long day might be influenced by fatigue, while an interview for a high-stakes position might carry an air of tension.

6. Psychological State: The internal states of the participants, such as their emotions, attitudes, and preconceptions, are communicated consciously and unconsciously. An interviewer's enthusiasm for a candidate's response can boost the candidate's confidence, while an interviewee's anxiety might be perceived by the interviewer.

In summary, communication is an inherent part of the human experience, and it is impossible to interact without transmitting some form of message. From the moment the interview begins, both the interviewer and the interviewee are engaged in a complex dance of verbal and nonverbal communication that continues throughout the entire interaction. This principle underscores the importance of being aware of all the ways in which we communicate and the potential impact of our behaviors on the communication process.

Question 3

Interviews share characteristics with
A)intimate interactions.
B)social conversations.
C)small groups.
D)all of the above.

Accepted Answer

Interviews incorporate aspects of intimate interactions in that they often involve personal questions and a focus on the individual being interviewed. They also have similarities to social conversations in that there is an exchange of information and the goal is typically to build rapport. Additionally, interviews can occur with small groups, such as panel interviews, adding to their resemblance to all three options.

Question 4

What distinguishes an interview from conversation?

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Question 5

Under what circumstances would you become involved in information giving interviews?

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Question 6

What distinguishes an interview from social conversation?
A)interaction
B)asking and answering questions
C)exchanging information
D)predetermined and serious purpose

Accepted Answer

A predetermined and serious purpose distinguishes an interview from social conversation. While social conversations are often informal and open-ended, interviews are structured conversations with specific objectives and goals, such as gathering information or assessing a candidate's qualifications for a job. This requires a more purposeful and directed exchange of information between the interviewer and the interviewee.

Question 7

Define "interview" and explain the significance of each key word or term.

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Question 8

What does "interactional" mean?

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Question 9

Collaborative means
A)a mutual creation and sharing of meanings.
B)an interactional communication process.
C)working independently.
D)all of the above

Accepted Answer

Collaborative means involve a mutual creation and sharing of meanings. While interactional communication is a part of collaboration, working independently is not collaborative. Therefore, option D cannot be the correct answer.

Question 10

Describe a focus group interview and explain why it might be used over other forms of nontraditional interviewing.

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Question 11

The word process denotes
A)a dramatic interchange.
B)a never-changing interaction.
C)a very high degree of system or structure.
D)an interaction that is not static.

Accepted Answer

The option D accurately defines the term process as an interaction that is not static. A process involves a series of dynamic interactions or changes over time, and it is not a never-changing interaction, a dramatic interchange or a very high degree of system or structure.

Question 12

According to Stewart and Cash, interviewing involves
A)interactional communication.
B)the asking and answering of questions.
C)a predetermined and serious purpose.
D)all of the above

Accepted Answer

Stewart and Cash describe interviewing as involving interactional communication, the asking and answering of questions, and a predetermined and serious purpose. Therefore, all of the choices (A, B, and C) are correct, making option D the best choice.

Question 13

In successful interviews the parties share
A)feelings.
B)beliefs.
C)motives.
D)all of the above

Accepted Answer

In successful interviews, it's important for both parties to share their thoughts, feelings, beliefs, and motives. This allows for a better understanding between the interviewer and interviewee, and can lead to a more productive and effective interview process.

Question 14

Although each interview is unique in some respects, all involve which of the following?
A)apprehensions
B)coded messages
C)nonverbal messages
D)all of the above

Accepted Answer

All interviews involve nonverbal messages, as body language and facial expressions play a crucial role in communication during an interview.

Question 15

Why would an organization choose to conduct virtual interviews over other traditional and nontraditional forms of interviewing?

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Question 16

An interview is
A)a collaborative process.
B)an interactional communication process.
C)a process with a predetermined and serious purpose.
D)all of the above

Accepted Answer

An interview involves collaboration between the interviewer and interviewee, it is an interactional communication process that involves exchanging information, and it usually has a serious purpose such as to screen candidates for a job. Therefore, all the options are correct.

Question 17

Questions are tools interviewers and interviewees employ for all of the following except A)to obtain information. B)to verify impressions and assumptions. C)to disclose their own motives. D)to check the accuracy of messages sent and received.

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Questions are not generally used to disclose one's own motives; rather, they are used to gather information, verify assumptions, and check the accuracy of messages sent and received.

Question 18

Why is the interview a "process"?

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Question 19

List five of the components that all interviews share.

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Question 20

Interviewing involves all of the following except A)persuading. B)information giving. C)counseling. D)none of the above

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Quiz 1: An Introduction to Interviewing

The word interactional signifies an exchanging of all of the following except

Explain why, once the interview begins, the two parties "cannot not communicate."

Interviews share characteristics with

What distinguishes an interview from conversation?

Under what circumstances would you become involved in information giving interviews?

What distinguishes an interview from social conversation?

Define "interview" and explain the significance of each key word or term.

What does "interactional" mean?

Collaborative means

Describe a focus group interview and explain why it might be used over other forms of nontraditional interviewing.

The word process denotes

According to Stewart and Cash, interviewing involves

In successful interviews the parties share

Although each interview is unique in some respects, all involve which of the following?

Why would an organization choose to conduct virtual interviews over other traditional and nontraditional forms of interviewing?

An interview is

Questions are tools interviewers and interviewees employ for all of the following except

Why is the interview a "process"?

List five of the components that all interviews share.

Interviewing involves all of the following except