Interpersonal Communication Exam Review
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What term describes the learned social expectations and behaviors associated with being male or female?

  • Gender identity
  • Gender polarization
  • Doing gender (correct)
  • Gender
  • Which term refers to the psychological dimension of being male or female?

  • Gender polarization
  • Resources
  • Gender identity (correct)
  • Sex
  • In the context of communication, what does 'gender polarization' refer to?

  • Psychological identification as male or female
  • Exaggerating the differences between genders (correct)
  • Learning socially constructed gender roles
  • Experiencing the differences between genders
  • Which term refers to the biological characteristics that define a person as male or female?

    <p>Sex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'communication accommodation' primarily focus on?

    <p>Adapting communication styles to match others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes the ability to adapt effectively in various cultural environments?

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

    What is the term for the complexity of attributing behavior to multiple factors such as personality, context, and situation?

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

    Which of the following terms represents a social construct based on learned expectations and behaviors?

    <p>Roles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three specific goals of communication mentioned in the text?

    <p>Self-Presentation, Instrumental, Relationship</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which model of communication involves a two-way exchange of messages?

    <p>Transactional</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the ability to be aware of the concept of self called?

    <p>Self-Awareness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theory states that we develop an image of ourselves by comparing ourselves to others?

    <p>Social Comparison Theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What influences self-concept based on the perception of characteristics deemed desirable by a culture?

    <p>Influence of Culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of noise is caused by external factors such as loud music or poor lighting?

    <p>Environmental Noise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the principle that highlights the importance of being clear and direct in interpersonal communication?

    <p>Principle of Clarity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term refers to the people we choose to compare ourselves to, influencing our self-perception?

    <p>Reference Group</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dimension of culture values control and tradition?

    <p>Uncertainty Avoidance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of culture values material wealth and success as competitive traits?

    <p>Masculinity/Femininity Cultures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which culture type values nurturing and support as important traits?

    <p>Masculinity/Femininity Cultures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a low Power Distribution culture, how are relationships typically viewed?

    <p>As equal between individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cultural dimension focuses on valuing relationships over direct honesty in communication?

    <p>High/Low Context</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A Monochronic culture views time as a resource that is:

    <p>Valued and protected</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cultural dimension emphasizes doing what's best for everyone, not just oneself?

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

    Which cultural dimension values honesty over indirect communication?

    <p>Uncertainty Avoidance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Looking-glass self-Theory, how do we develop an image of ourselves?

    <p>From the way we think others view us</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main concept behind the Social Penetration Model?

    <p>Self-disclosure</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

    Which step is NOT part of the Perception process mentioned in Chapter 3?

    <p>Reflection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Schemata in Influences on Interpretation?

    <p>To visualize something based on past experiences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Attribution theory, what does Internal attribution focus on?

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

    What does Self-serving bias refer to?

    <p>Explaining positive events as due to personal qualities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main concept behind the Uncertainty Reduction Theory?

    <p>Reducing ambiguity in initial interactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

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