29 Questions
What plays a significant role in determining how a message is interpreted and understood?
Physical appearance
In workplace situations, what may workers try to 'individualize'?
Uniform with accessories
What can the distance between individuals reflect according to the text?
Their attitudes
Why might someone stand away from another person according to the text?
Because of their unfriendly attitude
How are individuals who create a large interpersonal distance perceived in communication according to the text?
Less friendly and understanding
What is the first basic step in communication?
Forming of communicative intent
Which characteristic of communication states that it involves the exchange of information, ideas, and emotions between two or more people?
Communication is a dynamic
What elements must be present in communication according to its characteristics?
Sender, receiver, channel, message, noise, feedback
In what ways can communication occur according to its characteristics?
Verbally, non-verbally, or visually
When is accidental communication most likely to occur?
When the speaker is totally unaware that they are sending a message
What is one of the functions of communication as mentioned in the text?
To express thoughts and emotions through words & actions
What kind of communication involves activities like solo speaking, solo writing, concentration, and self-awareness?
Interpersonal communication
Which communication type involves speaking to a larger audience with louder voice and more expansive gestures?
Public communication
What types of features in communication go beyond the basic verbal message and include aspects like pitch, rate, and quality of voice?
Paralinguistic features
Which aspect of communication occurs between two persons without the use of technological devices like phones?
Interpersonal communication
In which type of communication is the opportunity for verbal feedback generally limited?
Public communication
Which feature of spoken communication includes vocal signals beyond words and grammar?
Paralinguistic features
What is the definition of communication based on the given text?
The process of sharing information through various means between two or more participants.
What is one of the objectives listed for the Communication Skills course mentioned in the text?
Identifying key components of the communication process.
Why is communication considered a key element in any human activity according to the text?
To facilitate meaningful interaction among individuals.
Which word is communication derived from according to the provided text?
Communal
What is one reason mentioned in the text for studying communication?
To improve life skills.
Which of the following is NOT listed as an objective for the Communication Skills course in the text?
Learning advanced computer programming languages.
What type of communication employs the spoken word as a communication channel?
Oral Communication
Which form of communication is more flexible than any other means of communication?
Oral Communication
What type of communication involves self-thinking, analysis, and thoughts within oneself?
Intrapersonal Communication
Which type of communication involves immediate feedback?
Oral Communication
Which form of communication includes the use of formal letters, emails, and structured written messages?
Written Communication
What plays a vital role in intrapersonal communication?
Inner thoughts or feelings
Test your knowledge on the basic steps of communication such as forming communicative intent, message composition, encoding, transmission, reception, decoding, and interpretation. Explore the characteristics of communication being a complex system model and a dynamic process.
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