Purpose of Communication in Presenting Ideas
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What term is used to describe people who go online?

  • Cybernauts
  • Webizens
  • Technophiles
  • Netizens (correct)

What type of sign intentionally or accidentally violates conventional semiotics?

  • Infrastructural
  • Transgressive (correct)
  • Regulatory
  • Commercial

What does Carrington (2009) describe graffiti as?

  • Regulatory
  • Commercial
  • Official
  • Vernacular (correct)

Which of the following is NOT described as a type of sign in the text?

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

What language landscape is mentioned in the text?

<p>Virtual landscapes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are YouTube videos described in relation to signs and symbols in the text?

<p>They are not specifically considered as signs or symbols. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which module covers the components of communication, communication models, principles of communication, and ethics of communication?

<p>Module 1 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key factor to be effective at all points in the communication process?

<p>Understanding both sender and receiver roles (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which module discusses cultural awareness, sensitivity, gender sensitivity, and political correctness?

<p>Module 3 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the module on 'Communication Aids and Strategies' discuss?

<p>Factors to Consider in Developing a Communication Strategy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of communication is emphasized in Module 4?

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

What is one of the key purposes of communication according to the content provided?

<p>Interviewing (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is downward communication in a business organization?

<p>Communication from superiors to subordinates (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why can ensuring effective downward communication be challenging?

<p>Differences in experience and knowledge (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of communication involves sharing information with lower-level employees?

<p>Downward communication (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes downward communication from upward communication?

<p>Direction of interaction (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can effective downward communication be facilitated?

<p>Using clear and unambiguous language (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common challenge in downward communication?

<p>Misunderstanding due to differing assumptions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in a letter if using letterhead with the return address already imprinted?

<p>Date only (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which title should be used for a married female in a letter?

<p>Mrs. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should the name of the receiver be written in a letter?

<p>All capital letters (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if you are unsure about the marital status of a female recipient in a formal letter?

<p>Use Ms. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of informative or expository communication?

<p>To convey information factually (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in a salutation of a formal letter?

<p>Title and full name of the receiver (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to stick to the facts in informative presentations?

<p>To properly document claims based on sources (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When writing a letter of complaint to a company, what can be done if you are unable to obtain the complete name of the manager?

<p>Include the position without a name (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you avoid in an informative presentation when explaining facts?

<p>Avoid repetitions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key tip for making a presentation clear when conveying information?

<p>Introduce the subject clearly and develop it with relevant examples (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of persuasive communication?

<p>To convince people to support an idea (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does persuasive communication differ from informative communication?

<p>Informative communication focuses on facts, while persuasive aims to convince. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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