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What is nonverbal communication?
What is nonverbal communication?
- Communication without words, but using other cues like facial expressions, tone of voice, and body language (correct)
- Communication using only facial expressions
- Communication through written messages
- Communication using only verbal cues like words and tone of voice
According to Edward T. Hall, how much of the social meanings in a normal conversation is transmitted by words?
According to Edward T. Hall, how much of the social meanings in a normal conversation is transmitted by words?
- Less than 35% (correct)
- Around 75%
- Exactly 50%
- More than 50%
What do facial expressions reflect?
What do facial expressions reflect?
- Only intelligence
- Personal history
- Emotion, feelings, and attitudes (correct)
- Physical health
Which of the following is considered a form of kinesics?
Which of the following is considered a form of kinesics?
Which element of nonverbal communication refers to the use of space around individuals?
Which element of nonverbal communication refers to the use of space around individuals?
What does the color yellow symbolize in terms of communication?
What does the color yellow symbolize in terms of communication?
In some cultures, what does the color black suggest?
In some cultures, what does the color black suggest?
Which country uses the thumb for pointing instead of a finger?
Which country uses the thumb for pointing instead of a finger?
What are paralanguage elements that interrupt fluent speech, such as 'uh' and 'um', called?
What are paralanguage elements that interrupt fluent speech, such as 'uh' and 'um', called?
How can one improve nonverbal communication skills when receiving messages?
How can one improve nonverbal communication skills when receiving messages?
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Study Notes
Nonverbal Communication
- Nonverbal communication is a vital aspect of social interaction.
Importance of Nonverbal Cues
- According to Edward T. Hall, only 7% of social meanings in a normal conversation are transmitted by words.
- The remaining 93% of social meanings are conveyed through nonverbal cues.
Facial Expressions
- Facial expressions reflect emotions and attitudes.
Kinesics
- Touching or holding someone's arm while talking is considered a form of kinesics.
- Kinesics involves the study of body language and movement.
Proxemics
- Proxemics refers to the use of space around individuals and the impact it has on communication.
- It involves the study of how people use and perceive personal space.
Color Symbolism
- The color yellow symbolizes happiness, optimism, and warmth in terms of communication.
- In some cultures, the color black suggests mourning, death, or sorrow.
Cultural Differences
- In some countries, such as India, the thumb is used for pointing instead of a finger.
Paralanguage
- Paralanguage elements that interrupt fluent speech, such as 'uh' and 'um', are called fillers.
- Fillers are used to convey hesitation, uncertainty, or a need for time to think.
Improving Nonverbal Communication Skills
- One can improve nonverbal communication skills when receiving messages by maintaining eye contact, using active listening, and asking clarifying questions.
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