Cultural Definitions of Communication
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What is a common issue in intercultural communication mentioned in the text?

  • Decrease in anxiety when communicating with different cultures
  • Hyperawareness of cultural similarities
  • Clear and known rules in all cultures
  • Use of stereotypes to predict behavior (correct)

    • Which type of communication involves preconceived categories becoming more specific and accurate?

  • Non-verbal communication
  • Mindful communication (correct)
  • Mindless communication
  • Cultural communication

    • What happens when individuals are hyperaware of cultural differences during communication?

  • Increased anxiety and uncertainty (correct)
  • Enhanced communication skills
  • Stereotypes are avoided
  • Decreased ability to predict behavior

    • Why does anxiety often arise when communicating with individuals from different cultures?

    <p>Lack of clarity about cultural differences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the Confucian perspective on communication, how is communication defined?

    <p>As an infinite interpretive process aimed at developing social relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Berlo's model of communication, what is the role of the source in communication?

    <p>More active and important than the receiver</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the effects that Confucianism has on interpersonal communication, as discussed in the text?

    <p>Focus on developing and maintaining social relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can the use of media aid in intercultural communication?

    <p>By facilitating increased contact and communication between cultures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key difference between ethnicity and subculture?

    <p>Ethnicity is about shared descent and heritage, while subculture is about shared values and beliefs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of culture, what do heroes represent?

    <p>Real or imaginary figures who serve as behavior models</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do rituals contribute to culture according to the text?

    <p>Rituals are socially essential collective activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes a co-culture from a subculture?

    <p>Co-cultures exist within dominant cultures, while subcultures do not.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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