Interpersonal Comm: Chapter 3

A reciprocal relationship exists between self-esteem and communication, each influencing the other. T/F

True

An individual's self-concept consists of self-image, self-worth, and the ideal-self. T/F

True

Communication apprehension is the fear or anxiety associated with either real or anticipated communication exchanges with antlers person or persons. T/F

True

Dogmatism is the inclination to believe one's point-of-view as undeniably true based on faulty premises and without consideration of evidence and the opinions of others. T/F

True

Introversion and extraversion exist on a continuum. T/F

True

Which of the following is not a type of communication disposition? A. Affective/appetitive orientation B. Approach and avoidance traits C. Argumentative/verbal aggressiveness D. Introversion/extraversion

A. Affective/appetitive orientation

Nina struggles with emotional and social loneliness. What outcomes is she more likely to report as a result? A. All three of the answers are true B. Lower self-esteem C. Greater sensitivity to social rejection D. Greater social passivity

A. All three of the answers are true

Which personality trait is characterized by the use of cunningness and deceit to maintain the power necessary to accomplish specific, self-centered goals? A. Machiavellianism B. Loneliness C. Depression D. Narcissim

A. Machiavellianism

Individuals excessively preoccupied with one's self suffer from what psychological condition? A. Narcissism B. Machiavellianism C. Depression D. Loneliness

A. Narcissism

Ron had a horrible day at work after learning that his sales figures were the lowest of everyone in the office. Ron's self-esteem was influenced by which kind of evaluation? A. Objective evaluation B. Summative evaluation C. Emotional evaluation D. Subjective evaluation

A. Objective evaluation

What is the degree to which an individual views themselves as a good person, who deserves to be valued and respected called? A. Self-worth B. Self-concept C. Self-image D. Ideal-self

A. Self-worth

Which of the following is not true about the ideal-self? A. The ideal-self is the same thing as the real-self B. The ideal-self is created through one's life experiences, cultural demands, and other's expectations C. The ideal-self is perfect, flawless, unrealistic, and evolving D. The ideal-self is the version of yourself that you would like to be

A. The ideal-self is the same thing as the real-self

Which of the following is a step in the cycle of rejection sensitivity? A. Expressing rage B. Providing others affection C. Repressed hostility for fear of losing affection D. Decreased fear of rejection

C. Repressed hostility for fear of losing affection

Which need on Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs occurs when the three selves work together to create an individual's self-concept? A. Physiological B. Love/belonging C. Self-actualization D. Esteem

C. Self-Actualization

Which attachment style do individuals exhibit when they view themselves as worthy of love, but generally believe that others will be deceptive and reject them in interpersonal relationships? A. Fearful attachment B. Preoccupied attachment C. Secure attachment D. Dismissing attachment

D. Dismissing attachment

What is an individual's ability to perceive, understand, manage, and use emotions called? A. Empathy B. Mindfulness C. Cognitive complexity D. Emotional intelligence

D. Emotional intelligence

Which of the following occurs when a congruent self-concept is present? A. The individual is out of balance with how they interact with others B. The individual is more likely to exhibit other psychological difficulties C. Self-image, self-worth, and the ideal-self are independent and incompatible D. Self-image, self-worth, and the ideal-self overlap reflecting compatibility

D. Self-image, self-worth, and the ideal-self overlap reflecting compatibility

Michael feels conspicuous or socially exposed when dealing with others in face-to-face interactions. He says that the root of these feelings stems from a prior experience in which his privacy was breached due in part to his foolish actions. What type of shyness does Michael experience? A. Short-term anxious shyness B. Long-term self-conscious shyness C. Long-term anxious shyness D. Short-term self-conscious shyness

D. Short-term self-conscious shyness

What is the degree to which an individual communicates using responsive or assertive communication techniques called? A. Communication apprehension B. Relationship disposition C. Self-conscious orientation D. Sociocommunicative orientation

D. Sociocommunicative orientation

What personality model features the following personalities: Surgency, agreeableness, dependability, emotional stability, and culture A. OCEAN Model of Personality B. The Freudian Five C. Machiavellianism D. The Big Five

D. The Big Five

External locus of control is a type of social-personal disposition in which an individual believes that forces influence one's behavior and circumstances outside of one's control. T/F

False

Individuals highly sensitive to rejection are less adept at noting when they are being reject. T/F

False

Intrapersonal communication exists within an individual's self or mind and is an entirely internal phenomenon. T/F

False

Self-compassion involves mindfulness, common humanity, and empathy. T/F

False

Temperament is a product of the social environment, while personality is biologically determined. T/F

False