#1
Which of the following is an example of nonverbal communication?
Speaking
Gesturing
Listening
Writing
#2
In terms of relationship dynamics, what does 'self-disclosure' refer to?
Keeping one's thoughts and feelings hidden
Revealing personal information to others
Avoiding communication with others
Being overly critical of oneself
#3
Which of the following is NOT a barrier to effective interpersonal communication?
Noise
Emotional intelligence
Language barriers
Physical distance
#4
In interpersonal communication, what does 'empathy' refer to?
The ability to understand and share the feelings of others
The ability to manipulate others for personal gain
The ability to communicate assertively
The ability to listen actively
#5
Which of the following is NOT a type of nonverbal communication?
Facial expressions
Paralanguage
Verbal cues
Body language
#6
What does the term 'active listening' refer to?
Listening with full attention and engaging in the conversation
Listening without paying attention
Interrupting the speaker frequently
Ignoring the speaker
#7
Which of the following is NOT a stage in the 'relationship development model'?
Initiation
Experimenting
Reinforcing
Termination
#8
What is the term for communication that involves a small, intimate group of people?
Public communication
Mass communication
Interpersonal communication
Group communication
#9
What is the term for the tendency to interpret messages according to our preconceptions and biases?
Selective perception
Confirmation bias
Stereotyping
Halo effect
#10
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of assertive communication?
Directness
Respect for others
Passivity
Clear expression of feelings and needs
#11
According to social exchange theory, what influences the development and maintenance of relationships?
Perceived costs and rewards
Communication styles
Personality types
Physical attractiveness
#12
What is the term for the process of adapting one's communication style to match that of others?
Social mirroring
Interpersonal synchronization
Adaptive communication
Emotional intelligence
#13
Which of the following is NOT a primary function of nonverbal communication?
Expressing emotions
Clarifying verbal messages
Managing impressions
Regulating conversations
#14
What is the term for communication that occurs when individuals are distant from each other and use technology to transmit messages?
Intrapersonal communication
Interpersonal communication
Mediated communication
Group communication
#15
Which of the following is NOT a dimension of relational dialectics?
Autonomy-Connection
Openness-Closedness
Assertiveness-Accommodation
Stability-Change