Questions and Answers
What primarily distinguishes verbal communication from non-verbal communication?
Which of the following is NOT considered a type of non-verbal communication?
Which category does not belong to body movements in non-verbal communication?
Which of the following best describes 'illustrators' in non-verbal communication?
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How do adaptors function in non-verbal communication?
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What are embodiments that translate directly into words known as?
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Which type of non-verbal communication is primarily used to emphasize verbal statements?
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What function do regulators serve in communication?
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Which type of non-verbal communication conveys the intensity of emotions?
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Which term refers to non-verbal actions used to adapt to communication situations?
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What effect does being perceived as attractive have on women?
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Which of the following traits are women and men perceived as attractive more likely to have?
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What forms of body adornment are included in the definition provided?
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How do attractive people influence others, according to the research?
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What is the primary characteristic of intimate distance in social interactions?
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Which statement is true regarding the relationship between attractiveness and court decisions?
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In which scenario is intimate distance typically used?
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What is the potential impact of invading someone's intimate distance?
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Which of the following distances is typically closer than intimate distance?
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What types of relationships are most likely to utilize intimate distance?
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What does paralanguage refer to?
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Which body type is described as younger and more tensed?
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Which characteristic is NOT included in the definition of paralanguage?
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How are endomorphs typically described?
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Which of the following traits is associated with mesomorphs?
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Study Notes
Verbal vs. Non-verbal Communication
- Verbal communication involves spoken language to convey intentional messages.
- Non-verbal communication shares ideas without words, utilizing body language, facial expressions, appearance, proximity, gestures, and tone of voice.
Types of Non-verbal Communication
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Body Movements (Kinetics): Categorized into several types:
- Emblem: Body movements that directly translate to words (e.g., pinky promise).
- Illustrators: Movements that emphasize or enhance verbal messages (e.g., gestures indicating time).
- Regulators: Signals that control the flow of conversation.
- Display of Feelings: Facial expressions and body language that indicate emotional intensity (e.g., a tight hug).
- Adaptors: Non-verbal cues used to adapt to communication situations, often implying deeper meanings.
Paralanguage
- Refers to vocal elements accompanying speech that convey meaning.
- Characteristics include:
- Rate of speech
- Pitch variation
- Volume levels
- Vocal quality
Body Types and Communication
- Body type can convey personality traits, according to Wells and Siegel’s research:
- Ectomorphs (thin): Ambitious, suspicious, tense, pessimistic, and quieter.
- Endomorphs (fat): Fashionable, sociable, warmhearted, and more trusting, but can appear lazy.
- Mesomorphs (athletic): Strong, adventurous, mature, and more reliant.
Attractiveness
- Attractiveness can influence social dynamics:
- Attractively perceived women get more dates and higher academic performance.
- Attractive individuals are often viewed as more sensitive, strong, sociable, and interesting.
Body Adornment
- Encompasses clothing, makeup, jewelry, and hairstyle choices as forms of non-verbal communication.
Intimate Distance
- Proximity in interactions influences communication and expresses intimacy levels.
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Explore the differences between verbal and non-verbal communication in this engaging quiz. Learn about how spoken language conveys messages and the various forms of non-verbal cues such as body movements and facial expressions. Test your understanding of these critical communication skills.
