Interpersonal Communication Chapter 3

Which of the following is not a type of communication disposition? 1. Affective/appetitive orientation 2. Argumentative/verbal aggressiveness 3. Approach and avoidance traits 4. Introversion/extraversion

Affective/appetitive orientation Feedback: Textbook reference: Section 3.3

Nina struggles with emotional and social loneliness. What outcomes is she more likely to report as a result? 1. All of the above 2. Greater social passivity 3. Lower self-esteem 4. Greater sensitivity to social rejection

All of the above Feedback: Textbook reference: Section 3.2

Which of the following is a step in the cycle of rejection sensitivity? 1. Repressed hostility for fear of losing affection 2. Decreased fear of rejection 3. Providing others affection 4. Expressing rage

Repressed hostility for fear of losing affection Feedback: Textbook reference: Section 3.3

Which need on Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs occurs when the three selves work together to create an individual's self-concept? 1. Self-actualization 2. Physiological 3. Love/belonging 4. Esteem

Self-actualization Feedback: According to Carl Rogers' theory of self-concept, self-actualization could not occur when an individual's self-image, self-worth, and ideal-self do not overlap. (Textbook reference: Section 3.1)

Which of the following occurs when a congruent self-concept is present? 1. Self-image, self-worth, and the ideal-self overlap reflecting compatibility 2. Self-image, self-worth, and the ideal-self are independent and incompatible 3. The individual is out of balance with how they interact with others 4. The individual is more likely to exhibit other psychological difficulties

Self-image, self-worth, and the ideal-self overlap reflecting compatibility Feedback: Textbook reference: Section 3.1

What is the degree to which an individual views themselves as a good person, who deserves to be valued and respected called? 1. Self-worth 2. Ideal-self 3. Self-image 4. Self-concept

Self-worth Feedback: Textbook reference: Section 3.1

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? 1. Short-term self-conscious shyness 2. Short-term anxious shyness 3. Long-term anxious shyness 4. Long-term self-conscious shyness

Short-term self-conscious shyness Feedback: Textbook reference: Section 3.3

What is the degree to which an individual communicates using responsive or assertive communication techniques called? 1. Sociocommunicative orientation 2. Communication apprehension 3. Relational disposition 4. Self-conscious orientation

Sociocommunicative orientation Feedback: Textbook reference: Section 3.3

What personality model features the following personalities: Surgency, agreeableness, dependability, emotional stability, and culture 1. The Big Five 2. OCEAN Model of Personality 3. The Freudian Five 4. Machiavellianism

The Big Five Feedback: Textbook reference: Section 3.2

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

True Feedback: Textbook reference: Section 3.1

True/False An individual's self-concept consists of self-image, self-worth, and the ideal-self.

True Feedback: Textbook reference: Section 3.1

True/False Communication apprehension is the fear or anxiety associated with either real or anticipated communication exchanges with another person or persons.

True Feedback: Textbook reference: Section 3.3

True/False Introversion and extraversion exist on a continuum.

True Feedback: Textbook reference: Section 3.3

True/False 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.

False Feedback: Although external locus of control is the belief that one's behavior and circumstances exist because of forces outside of one's control, it is a cognitive disposition. (Textbook reference: Section 3.2)

True/False Individuals highly sensitive to rejection are less adept at noting when they are being rejected.

False Feedback: Individuals highly sensitive to rejection are more adept at noting when they are being rejected. (Textbook reference: Section 3.3)

True/False Self-compassion involves mindfulness, common humanity, and empathy.

False Feedback: The three components of self-compassion are self-kindness, common humanity, and mindfulness. (Textbook reference: Section 3.1)

Individuals excessively preoccupied with one's self suffer from what psychological condition? 1. Narcissism 2. Loneliness 3. Machiavellianism 4. Depression

Narcissism Feedback: Narcissistic people tend to ignore the communication needs and emotions of others. (Textbook reference: Section 3.2)

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? 1. Objective evaluation 2. Emotional evaluation 3. Subjective evaluation 4. Summative evaluation

Objective evaluation Feedback: Objective evaluation in which evaluates their abilities and limitations based on measurable and observable facts. (Textbook reference: Section 3.1)

Which of the following is not true about the ideal-self? 1. The ideal-self is the same thing as the real-self 2. The ideal-self is perfect, flawless, unrealistic, and evolving 3. The ideal-self is the version of yourself that you would like to be 4. The ideal-self is created through one's life experiences, cultural demands, and other's expectations

The ideal-self is the same thing as the real-self Feedback: The ideal-self is not the same as the real-self or the person that one is. (Textbook reference: Section 3.1)

True/False 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.

True Feedback: Textbook reference: Section 3.2

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? 1. Dismissing attachment 2. Secure attachment 3. Preoccupied attachment 4. Fearful attachment

Dismissing attachment Feedback: Textbook reference: Section 3.3

What is an individual's ability to perceive, understand, manage, and use emotions called? 1. Emotional intelligence 2. Cognitive complexity 3. Empathy 4. Mindfulness

Emotional intelligence Feedback: The four basic processes of emotional intelligence include perceiving emotions, understanding emotions, managing emotions, using emotions. (Textbook reference: Section 3.2)

True/False Intrapersonal communication exists within an individual's self or mind and is an entirely internal phenomenon.

False Feedback: Barker and Wiseman posited that intrapersonal communication exists on a communication continuum with thinking and reflecting (more internal) on one end and talking and writing (more external) on the other end. (Textbook reference: Section 3.1)

True/False Temperament is a product of the social environment, while personality is biologically determined.

False Feedback: Temperament is biologically determined, and personality is a product of the social environment. (Textbook reference: Section 3.2)

Which personality trait is characterized by the use of cunningness and deceit to maintain the power necessary to accomplish specific, self-centered goals? 1. Machiavellianism 2. Depression 3. Narcissism 4. Loneliness

Machiavellianism Feedback: Richard Christie identified a personality trait where cunningness and deceit are exalted as a means of attaining and maintaining power to accomplish specific, self-centered goals. (Textbook reference: Section 3.2)