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What type of communication highlights the speaker's true intention?
In a multicultural setting, what should you primarily focus on during communication?
Which variation of intercultural communication refers to interactions among people of different races?
Which type of communication involves interaction among members of the same racial or ethnic group?
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What does intercultural communication study?
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What is the primary focus of written language communication?
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Which of the following describes intra-cultural communication?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a type of register?
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What is a key component to avoid conflict in multicultural communication?
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What characteristic defines self-enhancing communication?
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Which of these options represents a rule of formal writing?
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Which variation of intercultural communication involves individuals from distinct ethnic origins?
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What does the term 'language variety' refer to?
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Which register is described as 'intimate' in nature?
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Which phrase is correct in formal writing?
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Which type of language variety combines elements from pre-existing languages?
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Which sentence is the correct use of active voice?
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Which of the following sentences correctly avoids slang?
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What is advised against in formal writing?
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Which transition word can appropriately start a formal sentence?
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Which option exemplifies the correct use of a complete sentence?
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What form of language would be appropriate for informal writing?
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What is a suggestion for sentence length in formal writing?
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Which of the following is a correct example of avoiding the passive voice?
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What is globalization primarily concerned with?
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How does communication globalization affect social connections?
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What is included in the development of global communication skills?
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What does cultural diversity entail?
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Which communication style is characterized by how a message is conveyed directly or indirectly?
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What defines a self-enhancing communication style?
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Which communication style refers to conveying a message with excessive embellishments?
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How is a self-effacing communication style generally perceived?
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What does cultural identity encompass?
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Which of the following is NOT listed as a factor that may affect intercultural communication?
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How does racial identity primarily influence a person's communication?
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What does proxemics refer to in the context of communication?
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Which of the following aspects is included under paralanguage?
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What does the term 'cultural blindness' indicate in communication?
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Which of the following best defines individual personality in the communication context?
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What role does age play in intercultural communication?
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Study Notes
Globalization and Communication
- Globalization integrates economic, financial, trade, and communication aspects worldwide, forming the concept of a "global village."
- The global village emphasizes how electronic technology compresses the world, enhancing rapid information exchange.
- Communication globalization signifies increased social connections and interdependence among peoples and nations, fostering a common language and global communication skills.
Cultural Diversity
- Cultural diversity involves respect for differences among individuals from various cultures, which is influenced by cultural divergence in communication styles and worldviews.
Communication Style
- Communication style influences how messages are conveyed and understood, affecting the success of communication.
- Types of communication styles include:
- Direct vs. Indirect: Direct messages convey clear intentions; indirect messages can obscure the sender’s intent.
- Self-enhancing vs. Self-effacing: Self-enhancing highlights positive aspects; self-effacing minimizes self-promotion.
- Elaborate vs. Understated: Elaborate communication uses rich expressions; understated relies on silence and subtlety.
Multicultural Communication
- Multicultural settings are commonplace in modern workplaces, necessitating awareness of diverse communication practices.
- Effective multicultural communication requires recognizing similarities and differences in styles while remaining objective to prevent conflicts.
Intercultural Communication
- Intercultural communication studies how individuals from different cultural backgrounds interact and how culture shapes communication.
- Variations include:
- Interracial communication: Interaction among different races.
- Interethnic communication: Interaction among ethnically diverse individuals.
- International communication: Interaction between people from various political structures.
- Intra-cultural communication: Communication within the same racial or ethnic group.
Language and Communication
- Written language represents ideas through symbols.
- Language variety signifies different linguistic forms or dialects.
- Registers of language include various styles, such as:
- Frozen, Formal, Consultative, Informal (Casual), Intimate, and Neutral.
Rules of Formal Writing
- Avoid contractions and always spell out numbers below one hundred.
- Write in the third person in academic writing.
- Use the active voice (Subject + Verb + Object) to enhance clarity and engagement.
- Refrain from informal language such as slang and clichés.
- Avoid starting sentences with conjunctions like "and" or "but."
- Ensure completeness and complexity in sentences.
Factors Influencing Intercultural Communication
- Cultural Identity: Influenced by upbringing, attitudes, values, and beliefs, barriers to communication include ethnocentrism, discrimination, and cultural imposition.
- Racial Identity: Relates to birthplace and race's impact on personality.
- Social Class: Defines an individual's status within society and its influence on interactions.
- Gender and Role Identity: Perceptions of gender roles and societal expectations shape communication.
- Age: Age differences can create communication gaps due to varying generational perspectives.
- Individual Personality: Each person's unique personality influences their communication approach.
- Proxemics: The acceptable physical distance during conversations varies by culture; for example, Middle Eastern cultures favor closer proximity compared to Europeans or Americans.
- Clothing and Physical Appearance: Dress and presentation affect perceptions in communication.
- Paralanguage: Speech characteristics, such as tone and pitch, alter message interpretation, with cultural preferences for silence and interruptions varying across communities.
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This quiz explores the intricate relationship between globalization and communication, focusing on how technological advancements foster a global village. It highlights the importance of cultural diversity and different communication styles in promoting effective interactions among diverse populations.
