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What type of communication occurs within oneself?
Which ilocutionary act involves the speaker trying to make the listener perform an action?
What is the main focus of effective oral communication?
Which method can help minimize distractions during communication?
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What type of context involves addressing a small number of participants, typically two to three people?
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What does being specific in communication entail?
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What is the role of noise in the communication process?
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Which type of act primarily expresses the speaker's emotional reaction?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the main functions of communication?
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What kind of communication uses media such as television or newspapers to disseminate messages?
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How can a speaker demonstrate courtesy to their audience?
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What is an example of external noise in communication?
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In which type of communication is feedback guaranteed?
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Why is it important not to jump to conclusions in communication?
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What happens if the message is not clearly conveyed due to barriers?
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What is the first step in the communication process described?
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What enhances concretism in communication?
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Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for effective communication?
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According to the concept of interactive communication, which of the following is true?
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What is the significance of decoding in the communication process?
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What characterizes Schramm's model of communication?
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Which type of communication is characterized by being most formal and used for ceremonies or official meetings?
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What communication strategy involves the limitation a speaker may have?
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Which type of communication is primarily informal and occurs between friends?
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What does the Completeness principle in effective communication emphasize?
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What strategy is described as moving from one topic to another during a conversation?
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Which aspect does the Clarity principle focus on in effective communication?
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What communication strategy is characterized by active engagement in communication activities?
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How does Conciseness contribute to effective communication?
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What does the Correctness principle help achieve in effective communication?
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Which is a key component of the Consideration principle?
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According to Martin Joos, what does 'speech style' refer to?
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Which of the following is NOT a component of the 7Cs of effective communication?
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Why is courtesy important in communication?
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Study Notes
Communication Process
- Involves a producer of the message, decoding, and a channel adapted for signal transmission.
- Signal transmission can face barriers from external noise impacting the receiver's interpretation.
- The communication process is completed once the message reaches its destination.
Functions of Communication
- Five main functions include:
- Motivation
- Expression
- Information Dissemination
- Control
- Social Interaction
Types of Communication
- Communication can be interactive (non-linear), involving feedback and responses between sender and receiver.
- Noise barriers can hinder effective communication, requiring clarification if messages are misunderstood.
Noise Barriers
- External noise encompasses distractions like vehicle sounds, background singing, visual aids, and environmental sounds affecting attention.
- Effective speakers should focus on intelligibility through appropriate volume, pitch, and pronunciation.
Strategies for Effective Communication
- Minimize distractions by choosing quiet environments for conversations.
- Be specific and clear, using simple language to enhance understanding.
- Avoid jumping to conclusions; ensure attentive listening before responding.
- Ensure completeness by including all necessary details for clarity.
- Communicate concisely to keep the message direct and relevant.
The 7Cs of Effective Communication
- Completeness: Include all relevant information for the audience's understanding.
- Clear: Use specific language to avoid confusion.
- Conciseness: Deliver messages succinctly without unnecessary information.
- Correctness: Maintain grammatical accuracy to enhance credibility.
- Consideration: Acknowledge the audience's cultural and social backgrounds.
- Courtesy: Show respect through understanding the listeners’ perspectives.
- Concreteness: Support ideas with facts and real-life examples.
Speech Styles by Martin Joos
- Frozen: Most formal style, used in ceremonies and unchanged.
- Formal: Structured speech used in speeches and addresses.
- Consultative: Shorter and spontaneous conversations, typically operational.
- Casual: Informal language used among friends.
- Intimate: Private language for couples and close friends.
Communication Contexts
- Intrapersonal: Communication with oneself.
- Interpersonal: Communication between two people.
- Dyad: A conversation involving pairs.
- Small Group: Communication among three or more people.
- Public Communication: Speeches in public venues, such as graduations.
- Mass Communication: Use of media like TV and newspapers to convey messages.
Kinds of Illocutionary Acts
- Assertive: Speaker expresses belief regarding truth.
- Directive: Speaker intends to prompt action from the listener.
- Commissive: Speaker commits to a future act.
- Expressive: Speaker shares emotional reactions or feelings.
- Declaration: Speaker brings about a change in state through words.
- Perlocutionary Act: The effect of the speaker’s words on the receiver.
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Test your knowledge on the functions of communication, including the roles of message producers, signal transmission, and decoding. This quiz will help you understand how information is conveyed and processed, despite potential barriers like noise.
