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