Purposive Communication Midterm Exam Quiz and Flashcards

What is the form of communication that involves interaction between two or more individuals able to communicate?

Which of the following is NOT one of the 8 C's of Communication?

What type of communication involves members of the same ethnic, racial, or subculture groups interacting and sharing messages among others?

Which category of barriers to communication includes social anxiety and mental disorders?

What does Dyadic communication involve?

What is the primary purpose of the signature in a formal email?

What does the sender do in the process of communication?

Which model of communication involves sending messages without receiving any feedback from the receiver?

What is considered a hindrance to communication according to the text?

In the types of communication, what constitutes non-verbal communication?

Which element of communication involves converting an idea into a message?

Who engages simultaneously in the Transactional Model of Communication?

Communication Basics

Communication is a social process in which individuals employ symbols to establish and interpret meaning in their environment.
5 keywords: social, process, meaning, symbols, environment.

Forms of Communication

Intrapersonal: communication within oneself (e.g., talking to self, praying, self-assessment, journaling).
Interpersonal: communication between two or more individuals.
Dyadic: communication between two individuals.
Small group: communication among many individuals.
Public: one-to-many communication without feedback (e.g., watching live SONA).
Mass: one-to-many communication using media (e.g., radio, TV, social media, newspapers).

Barriers to Communication

Physical: environment, distance, physical disabilities.
Psychological: social anxiety, mental disorder, emotions.
Cultural: ethnocentrism, stereotyping, geographical distance, conflicting values.
Language: language barriers.
Personal: interest, desire to communicate, confidence, knowledge, listening skills.

8 C's of Communication

Clarity: clear and concise language.
Conciseness: brief and to the point.
Consideration: empathy and understanding.
Courtesy: respect and politeness.
Concreteness: specific and detailed.
Cheerfulness: positive and enthusiastic.
Correctness: accurate and error-free.
Character: professionalism and integrity.

Effective Communication

Formal Email: short and specific subject line, mentioning the recipient's name, proper grammar, and a suitable signature.
Communicating in a Multi-cultural Setting: understanding and respecting different cultures.

Types of Communication

Verbal: spoken communication.
Non-Verbal: written, gestures, facial expressions, body language, eye contact, etc.

Models of Communication

Linear Model (Claude Shannon, 1949): one-way communication without feedback.
Interactional Model: sending messages and receiving feedback.
Transactional Model: simultaneous communication between sender and receiver.

Prepare for your Purposive Communication midterm exam with this quiz covering various topics such as the process of communication, symbols, and interpreting meanings. Get ready to test your knowledge on elements of communication, sender-receiver models, and more!