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What is the function of communication that involves using language to control the behavior of human beings?
What is the function of communication that involves using language to control the behavior of human beings?
Which function of communication involves the use of language to develop and maintain bonds, intimacy, relations, and associations?
Which function of communication involves the use of language to develop and maintain bonds, intimacy, relations, and associations?
In the context of communication, what does 'Motivation' refer to?
In the context of communication, what does 'Motivation' refer to?
Which type of speech context centers on one person where the speaker acts as both the sender and the receiver of the messages?
Which type of speech context centers on one person where the speaker acts as both the sender and the receiver of the messages?
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What is the function of communication that involves giving and getting information?
What is the function of communication that involves giving and getting information?
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Which function of communication involves expressing emotions through language?
Which function of communication involves expressing emotions through language?
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Which type of communication involves at least three but not more than twelve people engaging in face-to-face interaction?
Which type of communication involves at least three but not more than twelve people engaging in face-to-face interaction?
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Which type of communication takes place through television, radio, newspaper, magazines, books, billboards, internet, and other types of media?
Which type of communication takes place through television, radio, newspaper, magazines, books, billboards, internet, and other types of media?
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What does speech context refer to?
What does speech context refer to?
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What is the main characteristic of Frozen style of speech?
What is the main characteristic of Frozen style of speech?
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Which speech style is characterized by a conversation between friends?
Which speech style is characterized by a conversation between friends?
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According to Martin Joos (1968), which speech style is like a cold form of communication meant to discourage someone from participating?
According to Martin Joos (1968), which speech style is like a cold form of communication meant to discourage someone from participating?
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What does organizational communication refer to?
What does organizational communication refer to?
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What is the main purpose of the function of communication referred to as 'Regulation/Control'?
What is the main purpose of the function of communication referred to as 'Regulation/Control'?
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Which type of speech context centers on one person acting as both the sender and the receiver of the messages?
Which type of speech context centers on one person acting as both the sender and the receiver of the messages?
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What is the main characteristic of the Frozen style of speech?
What is the main characteristic of the Frozen style of speech?
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Which function of communication involves expressing emotions through language?
Which function of communication involves expressing emotions through language?
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In the context of communication, what does 'Motivation' refer to?
In the context of communication, what does 'Motivation' refer to?
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Which type of communication involves at least three but not more than twelve people engaging in face-to-face interaction?
Which type of communication involves at least three but not more than twelve people engaging in face-to-face interaction?
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What type of communication involves at least three but not more than twelve people engaging in face-to-face interaction?
What type of communication involves at least three but not more than twelve people engaging in face-to-face interaction?
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Which speech style is characterized by a conversation between friends?
Which speech style is characterized by a conversation between friends?
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What does organizational communication refer to?
What does organizational communication refer to?
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Which function of communication involves using language to control the behavior of human beings?
Which function of communication involves using language to control the behavior of human beings?
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In the context of communication, what does 'Motivation' refer to?
In the context of communication, what does 'Motivation' refer to?
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What is the main characteristic of the Frozen style of speech?
What is the main characteristic of the Frozen style of speech?
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Which type of communication involves delivering or sending the message before or in front of a group and requires a loud voice and gestures?
Which type of communication involves delivering or sending the message before or in front of a group and requires a loud voice and gestures?
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According to Martin Joos (1968), which speech style is like a cold form of communication meant to discourage someone from participating?
According to Martin Joos (1968), which speech style is like a cold form of communication meant to discourage someone from participating?
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What is the main purpose of the function of communication referred to as 'Regulation/Control'?
What is the main purpose of the function of communication referred to as 'Regulation/Control'?
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Which type of speech context centers on one person acting as both the sender and the receiver of the messages?
Which type of speech context centers on one person acting as both the sender and the receiver of the messages?
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Study Notes
Functions of Communication
- Regulation/Control: Using language to control the behavior of others.
- Social Interaction/Relationship: Developing and maintaining bonds, intimacy, and relationships through communication.
- Motivation: The force that compels or drives a person to communicate.
- Information: Giving and receiving information.
- Emotional Expression: Using language to express emotions.
Speech Contexts
- Intrapersonal: Communication with oneself.
- Interpersonal: Communication between two people.
- Small Group: Communication involving at least three but no more than twelve people, typically in a face-to-face setting.
- Public: Communication delivered to a large audience, often requiring a loud voice and gestures.
Speech Styles
- Frozen: Formal and unchanging, like a prayer or a legal document.
- Formal: Used in professional or academic settings.
- Consultative: Similar to formal but more conversational, like a doctor-patient interaction.
- Casual: Informal and relaxed, like conversations between friends.
- Intimate: Highly personal and informal, often reserved for close relationships.
Other Key Terms
- Organizational Communication: Communication within an organization, involving members, departments, and external stakeholders.
- Mass Communication: Communication delivered through media such as television, radio, newspapers, and the internet.
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Test your knowledge of the functions of communication, including its role in regulating behavior, facilitating social interaction, and building and maintaining relationships.
