COMM103 Midterm

Which of the following are common among the action and interaction models of communication but not the transactional model?

- separate source and receiver roles - a series of back-and-forth messages

Channel

A pathway for communication

Noise

Anything that interferes with the receiver's ability to pay attention to the message

Unlike relational communication needs, identity needs

Are formed in part by comparing the self to others

Which of the following conditions is the most likely to affect a person's capacity to emphasize

Autism

Interpersonal communication

Between two people

The transaction model of communication maintains that people in a conversation are

Both receivers and sources

People in __________ cultures place a high value on duty and loyalty

Collectivistic

Explicit rule

Directing a shushing sound toward someone to request that he or she be quiet Uni

Which of the following statements best describe how culture influences communication?

Everyone has cultural traits and biases that affect communication A person may not be aware that culture is influencing his or her communication

Implicit rule

Ignoring incoming text messages when engaging in face-to-face conversation Not cutting in front of the person ahead of you in the checkout lane at a grocery store

Which of the following statements are true of the action model of communication

It depends on the receiver to decode the message It assumes a one-way process

Match each need on the left with the phrase that best describes that need on the right

Physical need - addresses physical and mental wellbeing Relational need - includes companionship, affection, relaxation, and escape Identity need - plays a large role in shaping the way individuals see themselves Spiritual need - includes the principles and morals people value Instrumental need - meet practical everyday needs

Communicating to am audience that is larger than a small group, such as at a graduation ceremony, is called ____ communication

Public

Communication is the process that human use to exchange information and create meaning by using which of the following?

Symbols, behaviors, signs

Which of the following are shared components of a given culture? Check all that apply.

Symbols, values, language

Receiver

The individual who will decode what is being communicated

source

The individual who wishes to communicate a thought

Message

The verbal and nonverbal elements of communication

Which of the following statements are true of competent communicators?

They have practiced their craft. Many have been taught communication skills.

Which of the following are characteristics of feedback?

Verbal and nonverbal reactions