Topic 4: Nonverbal Communication
Tattoos are perceived similarly for both men and women.
False
The study of nonverbal communication includes symbols that are not words as well as nonword sounds that convey meaning.
False
When communicating with an American, it is important to keep in mind that a greater emphasis is placed on nonverbal messages as compared to verbal messages.
False
When you wave "hello" to someone in the distance, you are using a nonverbal cue called an illustrator.
False
In nonverbal communication we use the same cue to communicate a number of different meanings.
True
Men claim more space for themselves than small people and women.
True
Paralinguistic features of vocal cues are called "nonverbal" even though they include nonword sounds.
True
The study of nonverbal communication includes symbols that are not words as well as nonword sounds that convey meaning.
True
Vocal cues help a public speaker establish credibility.
True
According to Hall's categories, standing 4 to 12 feet from another person is called public distance.
False
Male children receive more touching from their mothers than do female children.
False
Proxemics is the study of pronunciation and articulation in nonverbal communication.
False
A woman who wears an engagement ring, a sorority pin, and an expensive gold bracelet is communicating nonverbally through artifacts.
True
Appropriate distance is culturally determined.
True
With nonverbal communication, you need to assess the other person's unique behavior and consider the context to make a better interpretation.
True