DEFINITION OF VERBAL AND NONVERBAL COMMUNICATION

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Questions and Answers

What is the distance range for intimate communication?

4 to 12 feet

1.5 to 4 feet

12 feet or more

Less than 6 inches to 18 inches (correct)

Which type of territory represents spaces that individuals temporarily claim and personalize?

Secondary territory (correct)

Exclusive territory

Public territory

Primary territory

What is an example of haptic communication?

Using gestures

Nodding in agreement

Shaking hands (correct)

Maintaining eye contact

Which type of spatial communication is primarily for casual interactions?

Social Signup and view all the answers

Which type of touch is characterized as supportive?

Offering a reassuring hand on the shoulder Signup and view all the answers

What does proxemics refer to in communication?

The distance between sender and receiver Signup and view all the answers

Which type of touch is used in a professional setting?

Professional Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of territoriality in communication?

The innate drive to take up and defend spaces Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of communication?

To transmit ideas and emotions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes verbal communication?

Utilizing words or speech to convey messages Signup and view all the answers

What does nonverbal communication primarily involve?

Expressing ideas without using words Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of nonverbal communication?

Nodding in agreement Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true about communication?

It can be both verbal and nonverbal. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'communicare' imply in communication?

To share or make something common Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of communication?

Emotional intelligence Signup and view all the answers

What can nonverbal cues include?

Hand gestures and facial expressions Signup and view all the answers

What are adaptors in kinesics primarily associated with?

Internal states related to uneasiness or anxiety Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an emblem?

Giving the 'peace' sign Signup and view all the answers

What function does eye contact NOT typically serve in communication?

Conveying personal beliefs Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes illustrators in kinesics?

Gestures used to support or clarify verbal messages Signup and view all the answers

In the context of chronemics, how does time impact communication?

It can influence the urgency and emotional response of a message Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of self-adaptors?

Biting nails when nervous Signup and view all the answers

What type of gesture is characterized by having a specific meaning understood by a group?

Emblems Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of regulators in kinesics?

They help control the flow of conversation Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Nature and Process of Communication

Communication involves transmitting ideas and emotions using verbal and nonverbal cues.
Definition derived from "communis" (common) and "communicare" (to make something common).
Communication allows individuals to express and share feelings, opinions, information, and ideas.

Forms of Communication

Verbal Communication: Utilizes spoken or written words to convey messages and emotions.
Nonverbal Communication: Expresses ideas through actions, body movements, and other cues that do not rely on words.

Types of Nonverbal Communication

Proxemics: Examines how spatial distance influences communication.
- Intimate (less than 6 to 18 inches): Very close interactions (friends, family).
- Personal (1.5 to 4 feet): For friends and significant individuals.
- Social (4 to 12 feet): Casual or professional interactions.
- Public (12 feet or more): Typically reserved for formal communication settings.
Territoriality: The instinct to occupy and defend personal spaces.
- Primary Territory: Exclusive personal space (sense of ownership).
- Secondary Territory: Temporarily claimed spaces (not strictly owned).
- Public Territory: Spaces available for general public use.
Haptics: The role of touch in communication.
- Affectionate Touch: Expresses love or intimacy (e.g., hugging).
- Professional Touch: More formal, used in jobs (e.g., doctor examinations).
- Playful Touch: Light-hearted interactions (e.g., high-fives).
- Supportive Touch: Offers comfort (e.g., patting someone’s back).

Kinesics

Involves the use of gestures, movements, and facial expressions.
Adaptors: Touch-related behaviors signaling anxiety or nervousness (e.g., nail-biting).
- Self-Adaptors: Actions affecting oneself (e.g., twirling hair).
- Object Adaptors: Interactions with objects (e.g., clicking a pen).
Emblems: Gestures with specific meanings understood universally (e.g., peace sign).
Illustrators: Gestures that complement verbal communication to clarify meaning (e.g., pointing).
Eye Contact: Essential for managing interactions, regulating conversations, and building connections.

Chronemics

Examines the significance of time in communication.
Delays in responses (e.g., waiting for a text reply) can profoundly impact interactions and perceptions.