Question 1

Qualities of symbols include all of the following except:

Accepted Answer

A)  arbitrariness 
B)  ambiguity 
C)  abstraction 
D)  attribution 
E)  both arbitrariness and abstraction 
A)  arbitrariness 
B)  ambiguity 
C)  abstraction 
D)  attribution 
E)  both arbitrariness and abstraction

Question 2

The theory of linguistic determinism states.

Accepted Answer

A)  language determines who we associate with 
B)  language determines what we can perceive and think 
C)  we are predestined to speak a certain language 
D)  the rules of language are clearly defined across situations 
E)  linguists are the only ones who can develop language 
A)  language determines who we associate with 
B)  language determines what we can perceive and think 
C)  we are predestined to speak a certain language 
D)  the rules of language are clearly defined across situations 
E)  linguists are the only ones who can develop language

Question 3

Why is it important that we don't have to be aware of communication rules to follow them?

Accepted Answer

It's important to understand that we don

Question 4

Identify the following:
-Totalizing

Accepted Answer

It seems like you're asking for an expla

Question 5

These rules specify when, how, where, and with whom to talk about certain things.

Accepted Answer

A)  intuitive 
B)  constitutive 
C)  comparative 
D)  regulative 
E)  constructive 
A)  intuitive 
B)  constitutive 
C)  comparative 
D)  regulative 
E)  constructive

Question 6

The French word "rue" and the American word "road" mean the same thing in their respective cultures. These different symbols used for the same thing remind us that language is:

Accepted Answer

A)  abstract. 
B)  ambiguous. 
C)  arbitrary. 
D)  inherent. 
E)  objective. 
A)  abstract. 
B)  ambiguous. 
C)  arbitrary. 
D)  inherent. 
E)  objective.

Question 7

Identify the following:
-Static evaluation

Accepted Answer

Static evaluation refers to the process

Question 8

For the most part, we're not conscious of the rules that guide how, when, where, and with whom we communicate about various things.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

____ language is more honest.

Accepted Answer

A)  I 
B)  You 
C)  We 
D)  They 
E)  Me 
A)  I 
B)  You 
C)  We 
D)  They 
E)  Me

Question 10

Identify the following:
-Abstract

Accepted Answer

It seems like you're asking for an abstr

Question 11

Cultural understandings of other sexual activities have been similarly reformed by the coining of terms such as sexual harassment and marital rape, both of which characterize activities previously perceived as acceptable.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

____ language may be acceptable or even appreciated when it conveys praise of another.

Accepted Answer

A)  I 
B)  You 
C)  We 
D)  They 
E)  Me 
A)  I 
B)  You 
C)  We 
D)  They 
E)  Me

Question 13

A cornerstone of effective interpersonal communication skills is.

Accepted Answer

A)  ensuring that what we say is clearly heard by the listener 
B)  respecting what others say about what they feel and think 
C)  making certain to abide by the rules of all speech communities 
D)  assuming an understanding of how others feel and think 
E)  clearly telling others when their feelings are unacceptable or inappropriate 
A)  ensuring that what we say is clearly heard by the listener 
B)  respecting what others say about what they feel and think 
C)  making certain to abide by the rules of all speech communities 
D)  assuming an understanding of how others feel and think 
E)  clearly telling others when their feelings are unacceptable or inappropriate

Question 14

Research shows that we are more likely to recall behaviors that are consistent with our labels for people than behaviors that are inconsistent.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Interaction punctuation can be objectively defined.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Communication does not reflect cultural values and perspectives.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Constitutive rules specify how to interpret different kinds of communication. We learn what counts as respect (paying attention), friendliness (smiles or smiley emoticons in online communication), affection (kisses, hugs), and professionalism (punctuality, competence).

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Language is a primary tool that social movements use to change cultural life and meanings.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Identify the following:
-I language

Accepted Answer

It seems like your message is incomplete

Question 20

All of the following are five ways that symbolic abilities affect our lives except:

Accepted Answer

A)  Definition 
B)  Evaluation 
C)  Organization 
D)  Self-Reflection 
E)  Self-Monitoring 
A)  Definition 
B)  Evaluation 
C)  Organization 
D)  Self-Reflection 
E)  Self-Monitoring

Qualities of symbols include all of the following except:

The theory of linguistic determinism states.

Why is it important that we don't have to be aware of communication rules to follow them?

Identify the following: -Totalizing

These rules specify when, how, where, and with whom to talk about certain things.

The French word "rue" and the American word "road" mean the same thing in their respective cultures. These different symbols used for the same thing remind us that language is:

Identify the following: -Static evaluation

For the most part, we're not conscious of the rules that guide how, when, where, and with whom we communicate about various things.

____ language is more honest.

Identify the following: -Abstract

Cultural understandings of other sexual activities have been similarly reformed by the coining of terms such as sexual harassment and marital rape, both of which characterize activities previously perceived as acceptable.

____ language may be acceptable or even appreciated when it conveys praise of another.

A cornerstone of effective interpersonal communication skills is.

Research shows that we are more likely to recall behaviors that are consistent with our labels for people than behaviors that are inconsistent.

Interaction punctuation can be objectively defined.

Communication does not reflect cultural values and perspectives.

Constitutive rules specify how to interpret different kinds of communication. We learn what counts as respect (paying attention), friendliness (smiles or smiley emoticons in online communication), affection (kisses, hugs), and professionalism (punctuality, competence).

Language is a primary tool that social movements use to change cultural life and meanings.

Identify the following: -I language

All of the following are five ways that symbolic abilities affect our lives except:

A First Look at Interpersonal Communication

Communication and Personal Identity

Perception and Communication

The World Beyond Words

Mindful Listening

Emotions and Communication

Communication Climate: the Foundation of Personal Relationships

Managing Conflict in Relationships

Friendships in Our Lives

Committed Romantic Relationships

Communication in Families

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Exam 4: The World of Words

Qualities of symbols include all of the following except:

The theory of linguistic determinism states.

Why is it important that we don't have to be aware of communication rules to follow them?

Identify the following: -Totalizing

These rules specify when, how, where, and with whom to talk about certain things.

The French word "rue" and the American word "road" mean the same thing in their respective cultures. These different symbols used for the same thing remind us that language is:

Identify the following: -Static evaluation

For the most part, we're not conscious of the rules that guide how, when, where, and with whom we communicate about various things.

____ language is more honest.

Identify the following: -Abstract

Cultural understandings of other sexual activities have been similarly reformed by the coining of terms such as sexual harassment and marital rape, both of which characterize activities previously perceived as acceptable.

____ language may be acceptable or even appreciated when it conveys praise of another.

A cornerstone of effective interpersonal communication skills is.

Research shows that we are more likely to recall behaviors that are consistent with our labels for people than behaviors that are inconsistent.

Interaction punctuation can be objectively defined.

Communication does not reflect cultural values and perspectives.

Constitutive rules specify how to interpret different kinds of communication. We learn what counts as respect (paying attention), friendliness (smiles or smiley emoticons in online communication), affection (kisses, hugs), and professionalism (punctuality, competence).

Language is a primary tool that social movements use to change cultural life and meanings.

Identify the following: -I language

All of the following are five ways that symbolic abilities affect our lives except:

A First Look at Interpersonal Communication

Communication and Personal Identity

Perception and Communication

The World Beyond Words

Mindful Listening

Emotions and Communication

Communication Climate: the Foundation of Personal Relationships

Managing Conflict in Relationships

Friendships in Our Lives

Committed Romantic Relationships

Communication in Families

Filters