#1
Which of the following is NOT a component of the communication process?
Absorption
ExplanationAbsorption is not a component; the communication process involves encoding, transmitting, receiving, and decoding.
#2
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of effective communication?
Ambiguity
ExplanationAmbiguity impedes effective communication; clarity, understanding, and feedback are essential.
#3
What does the term 'ethnocentrism' refer to in the context of intercultural communication?
Belief in the superiority of one's own culture
ExplanationEthnocentrism is the tendency to view one's own culture as superior to others, affecting intercultural communication.
#4
Which of the following is an example of nonverbal communication?
Facial expressions
ExplanationFacial expressions are nonverbal cues conveying emotions or intentions without words.
#5
Which of the following is a characteristic of verbal communication?
Written words
ExplanationVerbal communication includes spoken or written words as a primary means of conveying messages.
#6
Which communication theory suggests that people interpret messages based on their personal experiences, attitudes, and values?
Selective perception theory
ExplanationSelective perception theory suggests individuals interpret messages based on personal experiences and beliefs.
#7
In the context of intercultural communication, what does the term 'high-context culture' refer to?
A culture where communication is implicit and relies on context and nonverbal cues
ExplanationHigh-context cultures rely on implicit communication and contextual cues rather than explicit verbal communication.
#8
What does the term 'code-switching' refer to in the context of communication?
Changing one's language or communication style based on the situation or audience
ExplanationCode-switching involves altering language or communication style depending on the situation or audience.
#9
Which communication model views communication as a two-way process with feedback?
Transactional model
ExplanationTransactional model sees communication as an interactive process with feedback loops between sender and receiver.
#10
In the context of cultural shifts, what does the term 'cultural hybridity' refer to?
The blending of different cultural elements
ExplanationCultural hybridity refers to the mixing of various cultural elements, resulting in new forms of expression or identity.
#11
Which of the following is a characteristic of cultural globalization?
Homogenization of cultural practices worldwide
ExplanationCultural globalization involves the spread and homogenization of cultural practices across the globe.
#12
Who proposed the Communication Accommodation Theory, which explains how individuals adjust their communication styles to match others?
Howard Giles
ExplanationCommunication Accommodation Theory was proposed by Howard Giles to explain how individuals adapt communication to others.
#13
What is the term used to describe the phenomenon where people are more likely to remember the first and last items in a series?
Serial positioning effect
ExplanationSerial positioning effect explains the tendency to recall the first and last items more easily in a series.
#14
Which communication theory suggests that media has the power to shape the beliefs, values, and behaviors of individuals?
Cultivation theory
ExplanationCultivation theory posits that media exposure shapes individuals' perceptions and behaviors over time.
#15
What is the term used to describe the tendency to attribute one's successes to internal factors and failures to external factors?
Self-serving bias
ExplanationSelf-serving bias is the tendency to credit internal factors for success but blame external factors for failure.