18 Questions
What is the primary barrier of communication mentioned in the text?
Language barrier
Which linguistic item can be best described as 'different from literal interpretation'?
Idiom
What is the term for 'prejudging an individual' in the context of communication?
Hostile stereotypes
Which written language item refers to 'a shorter form of a word or phrase'?
Acronym
What kind of communication barrier is described as 'becoming outrageous in the workplace'?
Emotional display
'What is appropriate in one culture may not be appropriate in another' refers to:
Behavior differences
What type of communication transmits messages using body language, facial expressions, and gestures?
Non-verbal
In communication, what Latin etymology of the term means 'to confer or relate with one another'?
Con
What process pertains to the transfer of information, thoughts, or ideas to create a shared understanding between a sender and a receiver?
Communication
Which type of verbal communication uses symbols that are hand-written or printed with an electronic device?
Written
What part of communication involves conveying messages using spoken language?
Oral Communication
'Thinking about the best way to communicate before doing so' reflects a person's comfort in using:
Communication Planning Techniques
What is one of the key skills required to analyze multimodal texts?
Critical thinking
According to Kadjan-Baumeyer, what should readers and listeners do to analyze multimodal texts?
Identify support for the claims
What should one look for when identifying support for the claims in a multimodal text?
Dates and sources
How can a speaker make a point more appealing in a multimodal text?
Using overstatements
Why is it necessary to evaluate the argument of a speaker in a multimodal text?
To determine the type of reasoning used
What is one thing that can make evaluating an argument more challenging in a multimodal text?
Inadequate research by the listener
Study Notes
Globalizing Society and Communication
- Adjusting to changes and new patterns of interaction in a globalizing society requires a set of behavioral skills that are indispensable for individuals.
- Communicative competence is essential in a multicultural setting.
Barriers to Communication
- Hostile stereotypes can hamper communication.
- Language barriers can be a primary barrier of communication.
- Behavior differences can also hinder communication.
- Emotional display can be a barrier to effective communication.
Written Communication
- Using slang, jargon, acronym, abbreviation, and idiom requires consideration of the audience and context.
- Diction is important in written communication, and it can be different from literal interpretation.
Public Speaking
- Effective public speaking requires observation of the speaker's strengths and weaknesses.
- Consideration of the best way to communicate before doing so is essential.
Types of Communication
- Verbal communication transmits messages using words and word symbols representing ideas and objects.
- Communication is a process that pertains to the transfer of information, thoughts, or ideas to create a shared understanding between a sender and a receiver.
- Written communication uses symbols that are hand-written or printed with an electronic device.
Multimodal Texts
- Analyzing multimodal texts demands critical thinking, which involves listening and reading.
- To evaluate multimodal texts, it is essential to identify support for the claims, evaluate the argument, and look for evidence.
- Emotional appeals, logical arguments, and actual evidence should be considered when evaluating an argument.
This quiz is an assignment for learners studying English for Purposive Communication. It discusses the importance of speaking English for communicative competence, requiring a detailed explanation with at least ten sentences.
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