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What concept refers to the value placed on control and tradition in a culture?

  • Masculinity/Femininity Cultures
  • Power Distribution
  • Individualism/Collectivism
  • Uncertainty Avoidance (correct)

Which dimension of culture emphasizes respect for authority and sees authority figures as having inherent superiority?

  • Power Distribution (correct)
  • Masculinity/Femininity Cultures
  • Individualism/Collectivism
  • Uncertainty Avoidance

Which cultural dimension relates to material wealth, success, and competitiveness?

  • Masculinity/Femininity Cultures (correct)
  • Power Distribution
  • Individualism/Collectivism
  • Uncertainty Avoidance

What concept distinguishes between cultures that value individual freedom and those that emphasize group well-being?

<p>Individualism/Collectivism (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a culture with high-context communication, what is typically valued more than direct honesty?

<p>Indirect communication and relationships (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Charles Cooley's Looking-glass self-Theory, how do we develop an image of ourselves?

<p>From the way others view us (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which cultural time perspective values time as a finite resource closely linked to money and respect?

<p>Monochronic (Mono) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for cultures that see time as an endlessly renewing resource with an abundance of it available?

<p>Polychronic (Poly) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the Johari Window model, what do the rows represent?

<p>What others know in the relationship (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three steps of the Perception process?

<p>Selection, Organization, Interpretation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of Attribution, how would you describe Internal attribution?

<p>Explaining behavior based on personality (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What concept involves being able to visualize something based on past experiences?

<p>Schemata (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Positivity Bias,' also known as the Halo Effect, is associated with which type of perception?

<p>Focusing only on the positive aspects of a person (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Uncertainty Reduction Theory focus on?

<p>Decreasing uncertainty between strangers to increase communication effectiveness (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the idea that gender is not fixed, but rather shaped by societal norms and expectations?

<p>Gender identity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term is used to describe the behaviors and activities that a society deems appropriate for men and women?

<p>Roles (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of intercultural competence, what does 'Communication Accommodation' refer to?

<p>Adjusting communication style to suit a particular culture or individual (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What concept suggests that individuals have the ability to attribute multiple causes to behavior?

<p>Attributional Complexity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term refers to the understanding and acceptance of cultural differences?

<p>World-Mindedness (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of communication involves the use of spoken or written words?

<p>Verbal communication (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term characterizes the behaviors, expressions, gestures, and body language that convey messages without words?

<p>Nonverbal communication (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term best describes Mari's situation where her detailed stories result in listeners losing interest?

<p>Social Roles (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What communication concept is illustrated when Allen interprets Dana's scowl to mean she is unhappy with her test score?

<p>Self-monitoring (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term is exemplified when a person in the theater answers their cell phone during a movie?

<p>External noise (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario is the concept of self-fulfilling prophecy most evident?

<p>Talesha doubting her speed in a race (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term is best represented when Adai seeks clarification from Mark to validate his understanding?

<p>Selection (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What concept involves trying to understand Dana's scowl based on context and cues?

<p>Decoding (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term best explains Talesha's belief that she will not win the race influencing her performance?

<p>Self-fulfilling prophecy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common type of archaeological remains found from the past?

<p>Stone tools (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In archaeology, what does 'subsistence pattern' refer to?

<p>The plants and animals consumed by prehistoric people (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the economy aspect in archaeology primarily focus on?

<p>Food procurement (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which archaeological tool is commonly used during survey and excavation processes?

<p>Metal detector (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of technology in understanding ancient societies?

<p>To convert natural resources into tools (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the ideology aspect of ancient societies?

<p>Religious beliefs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do stratified sites in archaeology help researchers determine?

<p>The chronological sequence of occupations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main aim of archaeology in studying the human past?

<p>To learn about changes in human biology and behavior over time (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the archaeological record considered incomplete?

<p>As a result of the dynamic nature of human history and limited preservation of material remains (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does prehistory refer to?

<p>The time before written records were created (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which components make up the archaeological record?

<p>Features, bones &amp; teeth, and stratigraphy among others (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of studying past lifeways in archaeology?

<p>To learn about how societies and individuals lived in the past (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do archaeologists face challenges in learning about past lifeways?

<p>As a result of incomplete archaeological records and the dynamic nature of human history (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Organization' refer to in the context of human society?

<p>The relationships and activities structured between individuals and groups (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In human societies, what do Kinship & marriage systems primarily concern?

<p>Relations between women &amp; men and family structures (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of human society refers to a conceptual framework that structures people's ideas about the order of the universe and their place in it?

<p>Ideology (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which example is related to Ideology expressed through art and architecture in the New World?

<p>Teotihuacan and astronomical alignments (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which type of society are Class distinctions most prominently seen?

<p>Ranked societies (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Class Societies' primarily imply about social organization?

<p>Hierarchical ranking based on economic status (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are relationships among different segments of society structured in terms of 'Organization'?

<p>'Ethnic groups' influence societal relations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Ideology' is often expressed in what forms that reflect people's understanding of the universe?

<p>Art and architecture (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does prehistory refer to in archaeology?

<p>The time before written records appeared (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary aim of archaeology in studying the human past?

<p>To learn about human behavior and lifeways (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are many archaeological sites described as 'stratified'?

<p>Because they contain various layers of deposits from different time periods (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is primarily focused on in the economy component of archaeology?

<p>Trade, production, and resource allocation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main challenge archaeologists face when learning about past lifeways?

<p>Incomplete archaeological record (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term best describes the static material remains of past human lifeways?

<p>Archaeological record (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect do archaeologists primarily focus on when studying the four general aspects of society and behavior?

<p>Economy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In human society, what do Kinship & marriage systems primarily focus on?

<p>Structuring relationships among different segments of society (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of society concerns relations between women & men and among different segments of society?

<p>Kinship &amp; marriage systems (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Organization' refer to in the context of human society?

<p>Structure of relationships and activities (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of society is most likely to have prominent Class distinctions?

<p>Ranked society (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of Ideology, what do art & architecture often serve as?

<p>Symbols of power (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus when considering Aspects of Society & Behavior?

<p>Relationship structures (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do Egalitarian societies differ from Ranked societies?

<p>Presence of distinct social classes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Ideology' in human society is most commonly expressed through which means?

<p>'Art &amp; architecture' (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the economy aspect in archaeology?

<p>Understanding how people obtained foods and goods to sustain their lives (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspects are covered under technology in archaeology?

<p>Tools, techniques, and knowledge used to convert natural resources into products (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'subsistence pattern' refer to in archaeology?

<p>The plants and animals consumed by prehistoric people and how they were obtained (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are stratified sites important in archaeology?

<p>They reveal the chronological sequence of human activities at a site (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of features like dwelling wall postholes in archaeology?

<p>They provide insights into the social organization of ancient societies (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are artifacts like Maya pottery important for archaeologists?

<p>To uncover trade networks and economic activities (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do ecofacts contribute to archaeological research?

<p>By offering information on past environmental conditions and human interactions with nature (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Emotions and moods are two separate concepts that do not influence each other.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Primary emotions are the most complex and least used emotions.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Blended emotions are created from a combination of secondary and tertiary emotions.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Emotional Intelligence involves understanding and controlling one's own emotions but not recognizing others' emotions.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Physiological arousal is the body's response to emotions, like blushing when embarrassed.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Labeling in emotions refers to becoming aware of emotional interpretations by labeling them with corresponding feelings.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Verbal expression is not an effective way to communicate one's emotions.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Nonverbal expression includes only facial expressions when communicating emotions.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Discerning in the listening process involves focusing more on body language and tone of voice rather than the content of the message.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Listening requires a higher level of effort compared to hearing.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Task-oriented listening style prefers brief and accurate messages to focus on task completion.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Appreciative listening function involves providing advice and judgment in the conversation.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Recalling is the final step in the listening process.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Analytical listening style involves evaluating the message carefully and offering advice or judgment.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Hearing is a passive behavior of receiving sound, while listening involves interpreting sound through other senses to understand a message.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Comprehensive listening function focuses on asking questions to enhance understanding.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Verbal communication plays a significant role in reducing uncertainty and increasing the likelihood of relationship success.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Deception occurs when individuals use informative and truthful language to mislead others.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Defensive messages are polite responses to suggestions, criticism, or perceived slights.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Communication Apprehension is associated with a feeling of fear or anxiety during social interactions.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Verbal aggression involves constructively discussing different points of view without attacking someone's character or abilities.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Sapir-Whorf hypothesis suggests that the words we attach to things can influence how we experience and perceive them.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Crafting Conversations focuses on unstructured patterns of talk to establish relationships.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Active ownership in communication refers to passive listening without taking any responsibility for the conversation.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Nonverbal communication primarily relies on verbal cues rather than nonverbal cues.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Proxemics focuses on the use of physical distance to convey a message, regardless of cultural influences.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Haptics refers to the use of sound to communicate messages effectively.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Vocalics includes elements such as tone, pitch, and volume of voice in communication.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Physical appearance does not play a significant role in sending messages through nonverbal communication.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Artifacts can be used as a form of nonverbal communication by displaying objects like flowers or stuffed animals.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Environmental factors have no impact on setting the mood or conveying preferences through nonverbal cues.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Kinesics primarily focuses on the use of verbal language in communication.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

High extraversion individuals tend to experience negative emotions more frequently than low extraversion individuals.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Venting as an emotional management strategy involves consciously inhibiting the outward expression of emotions.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Encounter Avoidance is an emotional management strategy that involves intentionally avoiding specific topics to prevent unwanted emotions.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Deactivation as an emotional management strategy involves analytically desensitizing oneself to emotional experiences.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Reappraisal is an emotional management strategy that entails changing the meaning of emotion-eliciting situations to alter their emotional impact.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Suppression as an emotional management strategy involves intentionally devoting attention only to aspects of an event that will not provoke undesirable emotions.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Encounter Structuring involves avoiding people, places, or activities that provoke unwanted emotions.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Acceptance as an emotional management strategy involves allowing emotions to dominate thoughts and explosively expressing them.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Verbal communication frequency does not impact the level of uncertainty in relationships.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Sapir-Whorf hypothesis suggests that the word attached to an object does not influence how it is experienced.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Deception occurs when individuals deliberately use informative and truthful language to mislead others.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Defensive messages are impolite responses given in reaction to suggestions or criticism.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Communication Apprehension is associated with a feeling of confidence and ease during social interactions.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Crafting Conversations emphasizes structured patterns of talk to establish relationships.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Shaping Thought primarily refers to the process of influencing others' perceptions through nonverbal cues.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Naming involves assigning labels to objects or concepts to convey meaning.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Sharing Meaning is only achieved through verbal communication.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Speech Actions focus solely on the words spoken, excluding any nonverbal cues.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Appreciative listening function involves wanting to understand and asking questions to enhance your understanding.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Task-oriented listening style prefers messages that are brief, accurate, and to the point to focus on task completion.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Hearing is a learned behavior that requires high effort compared to listening.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Comprehend listening function involves carefully evaluating the message and putting advice/judgment in the conversation.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Listening requires wanting to engage with sounds, but you don't need to hear to listen.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Phonological rules govern how words are pronounced in verbal communication.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Semantic rules primarily focus on the spelling and sentence structure of words.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Crafting conversations involves following strict guidelines to ensure precise communication.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Naming is the process of creating linguistic symbols for objects.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Speech actions can include questions, statements, but not answers.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Listening behavior where someone interrupts and completes your sentence for you is called Surface listening.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Eavesdropping involves hearing conversations out of context.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Incompetent listening behaviors include Narcissistic listening, where the listener tries to make the conversation about themselves.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Denotative communication uses symbols with flexible rules to create a structured system for conveying meaning.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Critical listening focuses on withholding judgment until all facts have been considered before forming an opinion.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Venting is an emotional management strategy that involves consciously inhibiting the outward expression of emotions.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Acceptance as an emotional management strategy involves acknowledging that emotions are inherent to human nature and refraining from judging them as good or bad.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Encounter Avoidance is an emotional management strategy that involves intentionally seeking out situations that provoke undesirable emotions.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Deactivation as an emotional management strategy involves desensitizing oneself to emotional experiences analytically.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Reappraisal involves actively changing how one thinks about situations to increase their emotional impact.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Labeling is the process of becoming aware of how you interpret arousal or reactions by labeling them with emotions.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Speech actions focus solely on the words spoken, excluding any nonverbal cues.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Naming involves assigning labels to objects or concepts to convey meaning.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Blended emotions are created from a combination of primary and secondary emotions.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Sharing meaning is primarily achieved through nonverbal communication.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Comprehensive listening function focuses on asking questions to deepen understanding.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In crafting conversations, shaping thought involves passively listening without actively engaging in the conversation.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Physical appearance plays a significant role in sending messages through nonverbal communication.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Defensive messages are polite responses given in reaction to suggestions or criticism.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Environmental factors have no impact on setting the mood or conveying preferences through nonverbal cues.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which dimension of workplace relationships involves telling the other what to do?

<p>Superiority (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of workplace relationships focuses on making the other person feel comfortable and engaged?

<p>Supportive inviting (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In workplace relationships, which strategy involves manipulation such as 'if you love me...'?

<p>Certainty (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which dimension of workplace relationships focuses on describing the situation to help others understand?

<p>Description (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of relationships involves openness and letting the other person decide?

<p>Autonomy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of workplace relationship displays a lack of response or reaction, giving off an impression of not caring?

<p>Neutrality (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the 6 elements of Romantic Relationships discussed in the text?

<p>Positivity, Assurances, Sharing Tasks, Acceptance, Self-disclosure, Relationship Talks (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common Relationship Challenge highlighted in the text?

<p>Betrayal, Infidelity, Jealousy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of Romantic Love Types discussed in the text, what is the difference between Passionate Love and Companionate Love?

<p>Passionate Love is about novelty and excitement while Companionate Love centers around comfort and predictability. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two main Family Communication Patterns discussed in the text?

<p>Conformity and Conversation Orientation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which concept refers to the balance between autonomy and connection in relationships?

<p>Relational Dialectics (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the realm of Romantic Relationships discussed in the text, which is essential for managing the balance between novelty and predictability?

<p>Relationship Talks (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the stage in a relationship where one or both partners decide to physically distance themselves?

<p>Avoiding stage (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Relational Dialectics refers to the tension between which two aspects in a relationship?

<p>Openness vs. protection (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of Relational Dialectics, which situation exemplifies autonomy vs. connection?

<p>Wanting independence while the other person desires a closer bond (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a relationship, if one partner wants to share more personal information while the other prefers privacy, they are experiencing:

<p>Openness vs. protection dialectic (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During which stage of relationship termination do couples often discuss the past, present, and future of their relationship?

<p>Terminating stage (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of a relationship involves wanting to maintain individual freedom while also creating a close bond with the partner?

<p>Autonomy vs. connection dilemma (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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