Question 1

Communication is a _____ process in which people generate meaning through the exchange of verbal and nonverbal messages in specific contexts and embedded in culture.

Accepted Answer

Communication is a transactional process, meaning that both parties involved contribute to the construction of meaning through the interchange of messages, which are influenced by their cultural beliefs and contextual factors. It is not a linear process where a message is transmitted in a straight line, nor is it a continuing process where communication is constant without any specific message exchange. Transformational communication typically refers to communication that brings about changes in attitudes, beliefs, or behaviors.

Question 2

In terms of the _____ of the communication process, asking your classmate versus your instructor for a ride home is likely to have a different impact.

Accepted Answer

The participants in a communication process refer to the sender and receiver of the message. Depending on who the sender and receiver are, the impact of the message can be different. In this case, asking a classmate versus an instructor for a ride home would have different implications and impact, affecting the overall communication process.

Question 3

When you realize that you are angry and convert that anger into a scowl and a rude comment to your partner, you have _____ a message.

Accepted Answer

Encoding is the process of putting a thought, feeling or idea into symbolic form, such as words or gestures. In this scenario, the individual is turning their anger into a scowl and a rude comment, which is a form of encoding their message.

Question 4

_____ is something that represents something else and is used to convey meaning.

Accepted Answer

A symbol is a visual or textual representation that stands in for something else. It can convey complex ideas or emotions with just one image or word. For example, a red octagon is a symbol for "stop."

Question 5

If Paul's mother was cold and distant during his childhood, the _____ meaning he associates with the word "mother" is likely to be negative.

Accepted Answer

The connotative meaning of a word is the emotional or cultural associations that people make with it. In this case, Paul's negative experience with his mother during his childhood will affect the emotional associations he makes with the word "mother", leading to a negative connotative meaning. The other answer choices do not apply as they are not related to the emotional associations of words.

Question 6

Ending a relationship by writing "It's over" on a sticky note is a problem of which component of communication?

Accepted Answer

The problem is with the channel of communication, as the message is being conveyed through a sticky note, which is not an appropriate or effective channel for ending a relationship.

Question 7

_____ models of communication reveal that communication is an ongoing process and each communicator is a sender and receiver at the same time.

Accepted Answer

The transactional model of communication describes communication as a continuous and dynamic process where both senders and receivers exchange information simultaneously. The communication process is not linear, but rather an ongoing exchange influenced by each participant's experiences and social contexts. Therefore, option D, transactional, is the correct answer.

Question 8

Communication is a complex activity influenced by a variety of factors, including

Accepted Answer

All of the options (cultural differences, cognitive abilities, and social norms) can influence communication. Cultural differences may affect language, gestures or communication styles, cognitive abilities may impact understanding and processing information, and social norms can determine what types of communication are acceptable in a given context. Therefore, all of the above factors influence communication.

Question 9

The first step to critical thinking is to

Accepted Answer

The first step is to identify the assertion or action that needs to be examined critically. Without this step, there is no basis for further analysis.

Question 10

Which of the following is an example of "noise" that can affect communication in a classroom?

Accepted Answer

All of these options can be considered as examples of "noise" that can affect communication in a classroom.

A) A car alarm going off outside a classroom window can be distracting and may cause students to lose focus on what the professor is saying.

B) An overly warm room can make students uncomfortable, which can affect their ability to pay attention.

C) Hungry students may not be able to concentrate on the lecture if they are thinking about their hunger.

D) A professor who uses big words that students don't understand can lead to confusion and prevent students from fully grasping the material.

Question 11

The component of communication that enables a sender of a message to know that the message was received is called

Accepted Answer

Feedback is the part of communication process that allows the sender of a message to know that the message was received by the recipient. It involves the response or reaction of the receiver to the message sent by the sender, either through verbal or non-verbal cues. It helps in clarifying any misunderstandings or confirming the accuracy of the message transmitted, thus making communication effective.

Question 12

Concepts such as age, race, and socioeconomic status represent _____ forces which influence communication.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Concepts such as age, race, and socioeconomic...

Question 13

Which of the following is the key component of communication?

Accepted Answer

All of these are key components of communication. Participants refer to the people involved in the communication process, channels refer to the means of transmitting the message, and noise refers to any interference that may hinder effective communication.

Question 14

Messages can be transmitted through which of the following channels?

Accepted Answer

All of these channels can be used to transmit messages. The body can convey emotions and body language, the voice can convey spoken words, a cell phone can transmit written or spoken messages electronically, and smoke signals have been historically used as a method of long-distance communication.

Question 15

In terms of communication ethics, if you fail to mention to your roommate that you accidentally scraped the bumper of her car when you pulled your car into the garage, you have engaged in

Accepted Answer

Secrecy refers to intentionally withholding information that should be shared with others. In this case, not informing your roommate about damaging her car is an act of secrecy as it can have implications on her property and trust in your relationship. It is unethical as it is a violation of honesty and respect.

Question 16

Which of the following units create ethical codes to reflect beliefs and values?

Accepted Answer

Ethical codes can be created by individuals, groups, and communities. Individuals may develop personal codes of ethics, groups may create ethical guidelines for their members, and communities may establish ethical standards for their members to follow. Therefore, all of the above options are valid choices.

Question 17

The manner in which you discipline your child may be different in the grocery store versus at your home because of this component of human communication.

Accepted Answer

The setting, or location, can greatly impact how you discipline your child. In a public setting like a grocery store, you may be more conscious of others around you and adjust your discipline accordingly. At home, the setting may be more familiar and comfortable for both you and your child, allowing for different disciplinary approaches.

Question 18

Calling someone "darling" to indicate you are intimate is an example of

Accepted Answer

Using terms of endearment like "darling" is a relational message that indicates intimacy between two people. It is not a content message that conveys factual information, a nonverbal message that relies on body language, or a personal narrative that tells a story about oneself.

Question 19

_____ is the term used to describe how all individual members of the same culture do not think and behave in the same manner.

Accepted Answer

Heterogeneous means diverse or varied, thus the term best fitting the description is heterogeneous. The opposite of heterogeneous is homogeneous which means similar or uniform. Dynamic refers to something that is constantly changing and unique means being the only one of its kind.

Question 20

The use of an X to indicate that one should avoid a certain behavior such as an X through a picture of a cigarette to indicate no smoking) is an example of

Accepted Answer

The use of an X to indicate avoidance of a certain behavior is a symbol, which is a visual representation that stands for an object or concept. Encoding and decoding refer to the process of translating a message into a code or language and then interpreting that code or language. Verbal communication involves the use of spoken or written language to convey a message.

Quiz 1: Introduction to Human Communication