Introduction to Media & Information Literacy

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What is the definition of communication?

  • A process by which information is created between individuals through a common system of symbols, signs, or behavior.
  • An exchange of thoughts, messages, or information, as by speech, signals, writing, or behavior. (correct)
  • The act or process of using words, sounds, signs, or behaviors to express or exchange information.
  • The process by which messages or information is sent from one place or person to another, or the message itself.

What is the role of the source in communication?

  • Analyzing the message
  • Transmitting information to a receiver (correct)
  • Creating a message
  • Receiving information

In communication, what does the term 'message' refer to?

  • The interpretation of information by the receiver
  • The feedback provided by the receiver
  • The information transmitted by the source (correct)
  • The noise interfering with the transmission

Which of the following constitutes non-verbal communication?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following does not belong to the two basic types of communication?

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

What is the key requirement for a source in communication?

<p>An origin of information (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the second criterion for producing meaning?

<p>The receiver's understanding (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In communication, what does encoding refer to?

<p>Assembling the message into a representative design (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a channel in communication?

<p>Conveying the message to the receiver (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is essential for successful communication according to the text?

<p>Mutual understanding of the same information by both source and receiver (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant consideration for a good communicator when delivering a message to the receiver?

<p>Common ground with the audience (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term can be used interchangeably with 'feedback' according to the text?

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

What makes decoding impossible in communication according to the text?

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

What would indicate a successful communication according to the text?

<p>&quot;A flawless marriage proposal, only to receive a look of bewilderment and horror&quot; (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of a good communicator's understanding of channels according to the text?

<p>&quot;All channels have strengths and weaknesses&quot; (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a good communicator pay close attention to according to the text?

<p>&quot;The receiver preconceptions and frames of reference&quot; (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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