Communication Processes and Principles Quiz
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What is the primary characteristic of the linear model of communication?

  • It is mainly focused on social realities.
  • It includes feedback from the receiver.
  • It is a one-way process. (correct)
  • It involves interactive exchanges between senders and receivers.

    • In the interaction model, participants do not alternate their roles as sender and receiver.

    False

    What is the term used for the response of the receiver to the sender's message?

    Feedback

    In communication, the _________ refers to the situation or environment in which the communication occurs.

    <p>context</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>Accuracy = Providing correct information Accountability = Responsibility for communication consequences Relative Truth = Respecting others' perspectives Audience = Receivers of information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the ethical responsibilities of a communicator?

    <p>To preserve the dignity of others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The transaction model of communication emphasizes ongoing shared meaning among participants.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should communicators do to ensure the audience has access to information?

    <p>Provide clear and available information without using it for leverage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes ethics from morals?

    <p>Ethics are imposed by society while morals are personal codes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The responsibility of the outcome is solely upon those who hold less power.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of mutuality in ethics?

    <p>To pay attention to the needs of others, as well as yours.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Globalization refers to the increasing economic, political, and cultural integration and __________ of diverse cultures.

    <p>interdependence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following concepts with their appropriate descriptions:

    <p>Morals = Personal set of rules Ethics = Societal standards of good and bad Globalization = Flattening of the world through integration Mutuality = A focus on the needs of others and oneself</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Thomas Friedman, what process contributes to the 'flattening' of the world?

    <p>Globalized trade and outsourcing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In exercising our rights, we do not need to consider the rights of others.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ethics involve the standards of __________ distinguished by a specific community or social setting.

    <p>good and bad</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does masculinity refer to according to Hofstede?

    <p>Traditionally 'masculine' values such as assertiveness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cultural assimilation involves adopting the language, practices, and beliefs of another group while retaining aspects of one's traditional culture.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two orientations described in cultural contexts?

    <p>Individualism and collectivism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In high-context cultures, key information is embedded in the _____ rather than made explicit.

    <p>context</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>Cultural Integration = Assuming characteristics of another culture without losing one's own Cultural Assimilation = Adopting another culture's practices and losing one’s own High-context cultures = Cultures where meaning is inferred from context Low-context cultures = Cultures where communication is direct and explicit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of culture?

    <p>Cultures are static</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cultures are multifaceted, meaning they involve a single dimension of beliefs.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What two regions are mentioned as examples of high-context cultures?

    <p>Asia and the Middle East</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a British English term for a 'Drugstore'?

    <p>Chemist’s</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The term 'Eggplant' is used in both American and British English.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the British English spelling of 'Center'?

    <p>Centre</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the very formal register, language is often described as __________ in time and content.

    <p>frozen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following register types with their definitions:

    <p>Very Formal = Used in laws and marriage vows Formal = Impersonal language used in business reports Neutral = Normal style of speech in professional settings Informal = Casual language between friends</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a formal register?

    <p>A business letter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Outer Circle consists of English-speaking countries that were former colonies.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one country in the Expanding Circle of English-speaking societies.

    <p>China</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of register is characterized by informal language among friends and peers?

    <p>Casual Register</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Denotation refers to the emotional meanings associated with a word.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a symbol in the context of signs?

    <p>A sign where the relationship between signifier and signified is arbitrary.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    __________ refers to a direct link between signifier and signified.

    <p>Index</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following types of signs with their definitions:

    <p>Symbol = Arbitrary relationship between signifier and signified Icon = Resembles what it represents Index = Direct link indicating a cause and effect relationship</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'medium' refer to in communication?

    <p>Any form of communication including speech, writing, and broadcasting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Semiosis is concerned with everything that can be viewed as a sign.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary distinction between denotation and connotation?

    <p>Denotation is the literal meaning, while connotation is the emotional or suggestive meaning associated with a word.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Latin word 'communicare' mean?

    <p>To share</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Communication is a linear and straightforward process.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the source in the communication process?

    <p>The source is the sender of the message who begins with an idea to communicate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The process of converting ideas or thoughts into verbal or nonverbal symbols is called ___.

    <p>encoding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following contexts in communication with their descriptions:

    <p>Psychological context = Who you are as sender/receiver Relational context = Your reactions based on relationships Situational context = The psycho-social 'where' of communication Environmental context = The physical 'where' of communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a communication model mentioned?

    <p>Outcomes Model</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Decoding is the process of sending a message.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes the stated rules or unstated norms that guide communication?

    <p>Social Norms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Communication Processes, Principles, and Ethics

    • Communication is the process of creating and sharing meaning through verbal and nonverbal symbols in various contexts. It's derived from the Latin word "communicare," meaning to share or make ideas common.

    Process of Communication

    • Source: The sender of the message, starting with an idea to communicate.
    • Message: Contains the sender's idea to be conveyed.
    • Encoding: Converting the idea into verbal or nonverbal symbols.
    • Channel: The method of conveying the message (face-to-face, phone, video, writing).
    • Decoding: The receiver's interpretation of the message's symbols.
    • Receiver: The person or group receiving the message.
    • Feedback: The receiver's response to the message (positive or negative).
    • Context: The situation surrounding the communication. Factors include: environment (location, time, temperature), relationship between communicators, their cultural backgrounds, and the topic itself.

    Key Principles of Communication

    • Interpersonal communication is unavoidable, irreversible, complex, and contextual.

    Contexts of Communication

    • Psychological Context: Sender/receiver's personality, needs, values, beliefs.
    • Relational Context: Reactions based on the relationship between people involved.
    • Situational Context: The psychosocial "where."
    • Environmental Context: The physical "where."
    • Cultural Context: Learned behaviors and rules impacting interaction (body language, gestures, personal space vary across cultures).
    • Social Norms: Stated or unstated rules guiding communication.

    Communication Models

    • Transmission Model: A linear, one-way process where a sender transmits a message to a receiver (with potential noise affecting the transmission).
    • Interaction Model: Participants alternate as senders and receivers, generating meaning through messages and feedback.

    Interaction Model Components

    • Encoding
    • Decoding
    • Sender-Receiver
    • Psychological Context
    • Physical Context
    • Feedback Channel
    • Noise

    Transaction Model

    • Communication creating social realities (shared meanings, practices, and experiences within social, relational, and cultural contexts).

    Individual Dignity

    • Respecting the dignity of others in communication.

    Accuracy

    • Ensuring accurate information is disseminated.

    Access to Information

    • Providing equal access to information.

    Accountability

    • Taking responsibility for the impact of communication.

    Audience

    • Understanding and considering the audience in communication.

    Relative Truth

    • Respecting the perspectives of others.

    End vs. Means

    • Ethical means for reaching desired goals.

    Use of Power

    • Recognizing the responsibility of those with power in communication.

    Rights vs. Responsibilities

    • Acknowledging both rights and responsibilities in communication interactions.

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    Test your knowledge on the fundamental principles and processes of communication. This quiz covers the various components involved in effective communication, including source, message, encoding, and decoding. Evaluate your understanding of how context and feedback play vital roles in the communication process.

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