Interpersonal Communication Chapter 4

In which of the following do words help humans create reality? 1. All of the above 2. Individuals use words to label their experiences 3. Words have the power to impact what an individual believes and feels 4. Specific words impact how an individual receives the message communicated

All of the above Feedback: Textbook reference: Section 4.1

The volunteer coordinator met with her staff, stating that they had a lot of work to do to "determine the most effective way to distribute their resources and manpower." What kind of language did the volunteer coordinator use? 1. Biased language 2. Idiom 3. Ambiguous language 4. Vulgarity

Biased language Feedback: Language showing preference in favor of or against a certain point of view, showing prejudice, or is demeaning to others is called biased language. (Textbook reference: Section 4.4)

Which function of language is used to explore and investigate the world, solve problems, and learn from your discoveries and experiences? 1. Heuristic functions 2. Interactional functions 3. Ritual functions 4. Representational functions

Heuristic functions Feedback: Textbook reference: Section 4.2

What is it called when a word's definition is subjective, incorporating a word's emotional impact? 1. Connotative meaning 2. Empathetic meaning 3. Denotative meaning 4. Metameaning

Connotative meaning Feedback: Textbook reference: Section 4.1

What is it called when an individual adapts their communication style to be more like the speaker? 1. Converge affiliation 2. Linguistic relativity 3. Diverge affiliation 4. All of the above

Converge affiliation Feedback: Textbook reference: Section 4.3

True/False Metamessages are verbal conversations people have with others to evaluate the effectiveness of the communication style being used within the interpersonal relationship.

False Feedback: Although metacommunication involves communicating about communication, metamessages are verbal, nonverbal, direct or indirect messages used to convey meaning beyond the words themselves. (Textbook reference: Section 4.1)

True/False Colloquial language is comprised of formal language, advanced vocabulary words, and specialized language, all of which suggest that the speaker is a college graduate.

False Feedback: Colloquial language utilizes an informal and casual conversational style. (Textbook reference: Section 4.4)

True/False Rachel is a preschool teacher. In the corner of her classroom is a playhouse filled with all sorts of fun toys, props, and creative outfits. Rachel regularly overhears children saying things like, "I'm putting frogs and purple bubbles in my potion," "we don't need a car, we can fly," and "don't touch that, it will turn you into a crocodile." This is an example of the interactional functions of language.

False Feedback: Imaginative functions use language to help create imaginary constructs that don't exist in the real world. (Textbook reference: Section 4.2)

True/False The use of racist language is limited to the intentional use of words that express an attitude that is not objective or balance, prejudiced, or demeans someone based on the person's race or ethnicity.

False Feedback: The use of racist language can be intentional or unintentional. (Textbook reference: Section 4.3)

True/False Vocabulary is not a reliable predictor of one's social status, education, and profession.

False Feedback: Vocabulary is a predictor of one's social status, education, and profession. (Textbook reference: Section 4.5)

The city of Smithsville sent information to residents about their new recycling program. The message included the following information: "To avoid the contamination of other materials, residents must ensure that all cans and bottles are empty before placing them in the recycling receptacle. Plastic bottles and aluminum cans should be crushed and boxes should be cut down to maximize space in your cart. Ensure that you flatten and cut cardboard to no larger than 2 feet by 2 feet." What kind of language did the city use? 1. Formal language 2. Colloquialisms 3. Informal language 4. Jargon

Formal language Feedback: Textbook reference: Section 4.4

Which of the following does not accurately reflect how an individual's name influences other people's perceptions? 1. Gender-neutral names (e.g., Sam, Alex, Corey) are free of cultural or ethnic associations 2. All names have the potential to elicit different emotions among different people 3. Unusual names or unique spellings of names are typically associated with negative perceptions 4. All names encompass some cultural or ethnic associations

Gender-neutral names (e.g., Sam, Alex, Corey) are free of cultural or ethnic associations Feedback: All types of names can impact other people's perceptions. (Textbook reference: Section 4.3)

Liz's doctor called to share the results of her blood work. Her doctor informed her that her hemoglobin and hematocrit counts were low, perhaps the result of a vitamin B12 deficiency, thalassemia, or a number of neoplasms of the bone marrow. However, they would need to run another test because the hematocrit count is concentration-dependent and, as a result, isn't completely accurate. What kind of language was her doctor using? 1. Jargon 2. Euphemisms 3. Cliches 4. Static evaluations

Jargon Feedback: Jargon is specialized or technical language associated with a specific group or professional context that may not be understood by outsiders. (Textbook reference: Section 4.4)

An individual's ability to be mindful and sensitive to all functions and forms of language is called what? 1. Language awareness 2. Linguistic empathy 3. Language adaptation 4. Relative language

Language awareness Feedback: Textbook reference: Section 4.5

Which of the following is a required behavior when checking for understanding? 1. Listening 2. Looking 3. Leaning 4. All of the above

Listening Feedback: Using the TAP method, individuals should be prepared to listen to what the other person says to check for understanding. (Textbook reference: Section 4.5)

Which rules govern how individuals use language to interact with other people? 1. Pragmatic rules 2. Semantic rules 3. Syntactic rules 4. Spelling rules

Pragmatic rules Feedback: Pragmatic rules govern how individuals use language to interact with other people, interpreting the messages that are sent during the interaction. (Textbook reference: Section 4.1)

Brian is concerned about his brother's abuse of controlled substances. He and his family organize an intervention to help his brother understand the dangers associated with this behavior, telling him how much they love and support them, and persuade him to enroll in a treatment program. Which function of language did Brian and his family use? 1. Regulatory functions 2. Imaginative functions 3. Ritual functions 4. Instrumental functions

Regulatory functions Feedback: Textbook reference: Section 4.2

Which theory suggests that language impacts perceptions by showing a culture's worldview? 1. Sapir-Worf hypothesis 2. Uncertainty reduction theory 3. Theory of rejection sensitivity 4. Osgood and Schramm Model

Sapir-Worf hypothesis Feedback: Textbook reference: Section 4.2

During a recent job interview, the interviewer asked Rebecca if she was planning on becoming pregnant in the next few years while working for the company. Which type of language did the interviewer utilize? 1. Sexist 2. Affiliation 3. Racist 4. Ageist

Sexist Feedback: Sexist language communicates bias against an individual based on their biological sex. (Textbook reference: Section 4.3)

True/False Language exists on a continuum ranging from concrete representations of a tangible object to abstract representations of ideas or concepts existing only in an individual's mind.

True Feedback: Textbook reference: Section 4.1

True/False Martha started a new medication and was not feeling quite right. So she called the pharmacist to express her concerns and ask a few questions about the medication's side effects. This is an example of instrumental functions of language.

True Feedback: Textbook reference: Section 4.2

True/False Popular names tend to originate with high socioeconomic families before becoming popular among lower socioeconomic families.

True Feedback: Textbook reference: Section 4.3

True/False Spin is the manipulation of language to achieve the most positive interpretation of words, gain political advantage, or deceive others.

True Feedback: Textbook reference: Section 4.4

True/False For an individual to be an effective communicator, they must be able to make linguistic choices specific to the needs of different people.

True Feedback: Textbook reference: Section 4.5

Which of the following skills diminishes in middle adulthood? 1. Vocabulary development 2. Listening 3. Reading 4. Speaking

Vocabulary development Feedback: New language acquisition drops as people enter into middle age. (Textbook reference: Section 4.5)