Question 1

What is the best method to use for improving your interpretation of nonverbal messages? Illustrate how you might use that method.

Accepted Answer

-The best method for improving your inte

Question 2

What does research indicate about people who are on the receiving end of lies?

Accepted Answer

A)  They become more truthful overall. 
B)  They are more willing to engage in lies themselves. 
C)  They are better able to discern lies from the truth. 
D)  They grow to admire the liars. 
A)  They become more truthful overall. 
B)  They are more willing to engage in lies themselves. 
C)  They are better able to discern lies from the truth. 
D)  They grow to admire the liars.

Question 3

When Kara listened to the speaker, she thought he spoke way too slowly and said "um" and "ya know" far too many times. Kara is assessing the speaker's __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  message 
B)  paralanguage 
C)  artifacts 
D)  use of time 
A)  message 
B)  paralanguage 
C)  artifacts 
D)  use of time

Question 4

As you are waiting in line at class registration and begin talking to the person in front of you about the length of the wait, you roll your eyes and sigh. What type of behavior are you engaging in?

Accepted Answer

A)  repeating 
B)  regulating 
C)  substituting 
D)  complementing 
A)  repeating 
B)  regulating 
C)  substituting 
D)  complementing

Question 5

What is the primary strategy utilized by the functional approach in determining meaning?

Accepted Answer

A)  Understand that nonverbal cues are interdependent. 
B)  Understand that most nonverbal cues have a singular meaning. 
C)  Understand that nonverbal cues operate in isolation from verbal messages. 
D)  Understand that nonverbal cues are simple and obvious. 
A)  Understand that nonverbal cues are interdependent. 
B)  Understand that most nonverbal cues have a singular meaning. 
C)  Understand that nonverbal cues operate in isolation from verbal messages. 
D)  Understand that nonverbal cues are simple and obvious.

Question 6

What aspect of nonverbal communication includes the attitudes, feelings, perceptions, and relationships of the participants?

Accepted Answer

A)  environment 
B)  paralanguage 
C)  use of space 
D)  chronemics 
A)  environment 
B)  paralanguage 
C)  use of space 
D)  chronemics

Question 7

When we include an emoji in a text message, this is an example of __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  repeating 
B)  deceiving 
C)  substituting 
D)  regulating 
A)  repeating 
B)  deceiving 
C)  substituting 
D)  regulating

Question 8

An individualistic culture such as the United States relies the most upon which communication element as a primary source of meaning?

Accepted Answer

A)  relationships between people 
B)  facial expressions and eye contact 
C)  the status of the sender 
D)  the status of the receiver 
A)  relationships between people 
B)  facial expressions and eye contact 
C)  the status of the sender 
D)  the status of the receiver

Question 9

In a brief essay, discuss the role that physical attractiveness plays in nonverbal communication.

Accepted Answer

-In our culture, physical appearance pla

Question 10

"Nonverbal communication cannot always be interpreted from one culture to another." Explain this statement, and provide two examples that support your response.

Accepted Answer

-Culture contributes significantly to di

Question 11

While studies comparing facial expressions have found that certain universal expressions are easily understood, connotations for gestures can vary. Thus, interpreting nonverbal behavior requires understanding __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  the intent of the receiver 
B)  the grammatical syntax of accompanying words 
C)  the family relationships of those involved 
D)  the cultural norms governing it 
A)  the intent of the receiver 
B)  the grammatical syntax of accompanying words 
C)  the family relationships of those involved 
D)  the cultural norms governing it

Question 12

When Kay couldn't stop laughing at one point during the speaker's presentation, several people turned to look at her and frowned. A few minutes later when Kay stood to ask a question, everyone turned to look at her with an interested expression. The difference in meaning between these similar behaviors is related to __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  context 
B)  culture 
C)  consistency 
D)  complexity 
A)  context 
B)  culture 
C)  consistency 
D)  complexity

Question 13

Josiah is waiting his turn at the grocery checkout lane, and he's about to unload his items. A young woman behind him is pacing and looks unhappy, so Josiah gestures to her to go ahead of him. What characteristic of nonverbal communication does this interaction reflect?

Accepted Answer

A)  Nonverbal communication occurs constantly. 
B)  Nonverbal communication is more believable than verbal communication. 
C)  Nonverbal communication is related to culture. 
D)  Nonverbal communication is ambiguous. 
A)  Nonverbal communication occurs constantly. 
B)  Nonverbal communication is more believable than verbal communication. 
C)  Nonverbal communication is related to culture. 
D)  Nonverbal communication is ambiguous.

Question 14

What type of nonverbal behavior is the first and primary characteristic most people notice about others, according to researchers?

Accepted Answer

A)  use of space 
B)  hand gestures 
C)  eye behavior 
D)  paralanguage 
A)  use of space 
B)  hand gestures 
C)  eye behavior 
D)  paralanguage

Question 15

Why do many prefer communication through asynchronous means such as email or texting?

Accepted Answer

A)  enhanced understanding by most receivers 
B)  more significant emotional context 
C)  ability to receive almost simultaneous feedback 
D)  greater control over the message 
A)  enhanced understanding by most receivers 
B)  more significant emotional context 
C)  ability to receive almost simultaneous feedback 
D)  greater control over the message

Question 16

According to anthropologist Edward T. Hall's four zones, we use __________ to carry on most professional conversations and meetings.

Accepted Answer

A)  intimate space 
B)  personal space 
C)  social space 
D)  public space 
A)  intimate space 
B)  personal space 
C)  social space 
D)  public space

Question 17

Which communication scenario describes someone who is self-monitoring?

Accepted Answer

A)  Leah uses sign language to communicate with her parents. 
B)  Rani beams with happiness after being complimented on her dress. 
C)  Julio tries to speak quietly at the office to avoid disturbing others. 
D)  Kyle looks surprised when he wins the raffle. 
A)  Leah uses sign language to communicate with her parents. 
B)  Rani beams with happiness after being complimented on her dress. 
C)  Julio tries to speak quietly at the office to avoid disturbing others. 
D)  Kyle looks surprised when he wins the raffle.

Question 18

While researchers have clearly identified __________ basic emotional expressions, it's believed that humans can produce more than __________ different expressions.

Accepted Answer

A)  5; 25 
B)  6; 100 
C)  5; 500 
D)  6; 1000 
A)  5; 25 
B)  6; 100 
C)  5; 500 
D)  6; 1000

Question 19

During a medical examination, Dr. Vedala discovers a serious problem but attempts to hide his concern by maintaining neutral facial expressions. In this instance, Dr. Vedala is relying on what function of nonverbal communication?

Accepted Answer

A)  repeating 
B)  complementing 
C)  substituting 
D)  deceiving 
A)  repeating 
B)  complementing 
C)  substituting 
D)  deceiving

Question 20

During the basketball game, one player does not speak but forms her hands in a "T" to indicate that her team wants to call a time out. What function of nonverbal communication is being used?

Accepted Answer

A)  repeating 
B)  complementing 
C)  substituting 
D)  deceiving 
A)  repeating 
B)  complementing 
C)  substituting 
D)  deceiving

What is the best method to use for improving your interpretation of nonverbal messages? Illustrate how you might use that method.

What does research indicate about people who are on the receiving end of lies?

When Kara listened to the speaker, she thought he spoke way too slowly and said "um" and "ya know" far too many times. Kara is assessing the speaker's __________.

As you are waiting in line at class registration and begin talking to the person in front of you about the length of the wait, you roll your eyes and sigh. What type of behavior are you engaging in?

What is the primary strategy utilized by the functional approach in determining meaning?

What aspect of nonverbal communication includes the attitudes, feelings, perceptions, and relationships of the participants?

When we include an emoji in a text message, this is an example of __________.

An individualistic culture such as the United States relies the most upon which communication element as a primary source of meaning?

In a brief essay, discuss the role that physical attractiveness plays in nonverbal communication.

"Nonverbal communication cannot always be interpreted from one culture to another." Explain this statement, and provide two examples that support your response.

While studies comparing facial expressions have found that certain universal expressions are easily understood, connotations for gestures can vary. Thus, interpreting nonverbal behavior requires understanding __________.

Josiah is waiting his turn at the grocery checkout lane, and he's about to unload his items. A young woman behind him is pacing and looks unhappy, so Josiah gestures to her to go ahead of him. What characteristic of nonverbal communication does this interaction reflect?

What type of nonverbal behavior is the first and primary characteristic most people notice about others, according to researchers?

Why do many prefer communication through asynchronous means such as email or texting?

According to anthropologist Edward T. Hall's four zones, we use __________ to carry on most professional conversations and meetings.

Which communication scenario describes someone who is self-monitoring?

While researchers have clearly identified basic emotional expressions, it's believed that humans can produce more than different expressions.

During a medical examination, Dr. Vedala discovers a serious problem but attempts to hide his concern by maintaining neutral facial expressions. In this instance, Dr. Vedala is relying on what function of nonverbal communication?

During the basketball game, one player does not speak but forms her hands in a "T" to indicate that her team wants to call a time out. What function of nonverbal communication is being used?

Connecting Process and Principles in the 21st Century

Connecting Perception, Self, and Communication

Connecting Through Culture and Diversity

Connecting Through Verbal Communication

Connecting Through Social Media and New Technologies

Connecting Listening and Thinking in the Communication Process

Selecting a Topic and Connecting to the Audience

Research: Gathering and Using Information

Organizing and Outlining Your Speech

Managing Anxiety and Apprehension When Delivering Your Speech

Informative and Persuasive Speaking

Connecting Through Interpersonal Communication: Developing, Maintaining, and Dissolving Relationships

Connecting Through Participating in Groups and Teams

Connecting Through Workplace Communication: Preparing for Your Future

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Exam 5: Connecting Through Nonverbal Communication

What is the best method to use for improving your interpretation of nonverbal messages? Illustrate how you might use that method.

What does research indicate about people who are on the receiving end of lies?

When Kara listened to the speaker, she thought he spoke way too slowly and said "um" and "ya know" far too many times. Kara is assessing the speaker's __________.

As you are waiting in line at class registration and begin talking to the person in front of you about the length of the wait, you roll your eyes and sigh. What type of behavior are you engaging in?

What is the primary strategy utilized by the functional approach in determining meaning?

What aspect of nonverbal communication includes the attitudes, feelings, perceptions, and relationships of the participants?

When we include an emoji in a text message, this is an example of __________.

An individualistic culture such as the United States relies the most upon which communication element as a primary source of meaning?

In a brief essay, discuss the role that physical attractiveness plays in nonverbal communication.

"Nonverbal communication cannot always be interpreted from one culture to another." Explain this statement, and provide two examples that support your response.

While studies comparing facial expressions have found that certain universal expressions are easily understood, connotations for gestures can vary. Thus, interpreting nonverbal behavior requires understanding __________.

Josiah is waiting his turn at the grocery checkout lane, and he's about to unload his items. A young woman behind him is pacing and looks unhappy, so Josiah gestures to her to go ahead of him. What characteristic of nonverbal communication does this interaction reflect?

What type of nonverbal behavior is the first and primary characteristic most people notice about others, according to researchers?

Why do many prefer communication through asynchronous means such as email or texting?

According to anthropologist Edward T. Hall's four zones, we use __________ to carry on most professional conversations and meetings.

Which communication scenario describes someone who is self-monitoring?

While researchers have clearly identified __________ basic emotional expressions, it's believed that humans can produce more than __________ different expressions.

During a medical examination, Dr. Vedala discovers a serious problem but attempts to hide his concern by maintaining neutral facial expressions. In this instance, Dr. Vedala is relying on what function of nonverbal communication?

During the basketball game, one player does not speak but forms her hands in a "T" to indicate that her team wants to call a time out. What function of nonverbal communication is being used?

Connecting Process and Principles in the 21st Century

Connecting Perception, Self, and Communication

Connecting Through Culture and Diversity

Connecting Through Verbal Communication

Connecting Through Social Media and New Technologies

Connecting Listening and Thinking in the Communication Process

Selecting a Topic and Connecting to the Audience

Research: Gathering and Using Information

Organizing and Outlining Your Speech

Managing Anxiety and Apprehension When Delivering Your Speech

Informative and Persuasive Speaking

Connecting Through Interpersonal Communication: Developing, Maintaining, and Dissolving Relationships

Connecting Through Participating in Groups and Teams

Connecting Through Workplace Communication: Preparing for Your Future

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While researchers have clearly identified basic emotional expressions, it's believed that humans can produce more than different expressions.