Question 1

Philosopher William James identified three components of the self: the material, the social, and the spiritual.The material self is based upon

Accepted Answer

A) all of the tangible things you own. 
B) that part of you that interacts with others. 
C) your internal thoughts and introspections about your values and moral standards. 
D) your needs and desires. 
A) all of the tangible things you own. 
B) that part of you that interacts with others. 
C) your internal thoughts and introspections about your values and moral standards. 
D) your needs and desires. A

Question 2

The value we place on ourselves in areas such as our skills, abilities, talents, and appearance is known as our

Accepted Answer

A) self-awareness. 
B) self-concept. 
C) self-worth. 
D) self-importance. 
A) self-awareness. 
B) self-concept. 
C) self-worth. 
D) self-importance. C

Question 3

Joe tells anybody who will listen to him the most intimate details of his personal life.According to the Johari window, he probably has a relatively large ________ area.

Accepted Answer

A) blind 
B) unknown 
C) hidden 
D) open 
A) blind 
B) unknown 
C) hidden 
D) open D

Question 4

According to William James, a person has as many social selves as there are people who 	recognize him or her.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Facework refers to the image of yourself you present to others for acceptance and confirmation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Which of the following reflects the approach that self-observation can encourage us to assume new labels?

Accepted Answer

A) Dad always said I was trouble. 
B) I am a student, a son, and a boyfriend. 
C) I'm a Phi Beta Kappa. 
D) Hey! I'm an outgoing, fun sort of person. 
A) Dad always said I was trouble. 
B) I am a student, a son, and a boyfriend. 
C) I'm a Phi Beta Kappa. 
D) Hey! I'm an outgoing, fun sort of person.

Question 7

When Elvira expresses concern for Lexi over the loss of Lexi's aunt, as well as listening and empathizing with Lexi, Elvira is providing social support.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Self-disclosure refers specifically to admitting deepest fears and private fantasies rather than merely revealing basic information about yourself.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Margolis, in anticipating his next public speaking assignment, thinks that while he may not be the most skilled speaker, he is intelligent, he knows how to research a topic, and if he spends some time practicing he ought to be able to get at least a "C." Margolis is most likely engaging in which technique for improving self-esteem?

Accepted Answer

A) avoiding comparisons 
B) reframing 
C) self-talk 
D) visualization 
A) avoiding comparisons 
B) reframing 
C) self-talk 
D) visualization

Question 10

In interpersonal communication, face is defined only as the eyes, nose, and mouth.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Name and define the three attachment styles.

Accepted Answer

Secure attachment style: Individuals wit

Question 12

Describe the concept of self-worth, and explain how social comparison affects it.

Accepted Answer

Self-worth (self-esteem)is your evaluati

Question 13

Anthony is a freshman with an excellent academic background.He has begun to have problems with one of his classes and is really getting down on himself.Because he spends so much time on his school work, he hasn't developed many friendships and doesn't socialize much.Since you like Anthony and would like to help him, explain how you can use the suggestions for improving self-esteem to help him improve his self-esteem.

Accepted Answer

The strategies most likely to be helpful

Question 14

Identify and briefly describe the three social needs suggested by Will Schutz.

Accepted Answer

Schutz identifies three primary social n

Question 15

When we behave in ways that benefit others, it makes us feel better and is called being

Accepted Answer

A) prosocial. 
B) charitable. 
C) conscientious. 
D) socially responsible. 
A) prosocial. 
B) charitable. 
C) conscientious. 
D) socially responsible.

Question 16

Assertiveness is the tendency to accomplish a task by making requests, asking for information, and generally looking out for one's own rights and best interests.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

People with low self-esteem are likely to be more

Accepted Answer

A) critical of others. 
B) open to seeking opportunities to improve skills that need improving. 
C) comfortable having others observe them when they perform. 
D) open to admitting to having both strengths and weaknesses. 
A) critical of others. 
B) open to seeking opportunities to improve skills that need improving. 
C) comfortable having others observe them when they perform. 
D) open to admitting to having both strengths and weaknesses.

Question 18

Which of the following are most resistant to change?

Accepted Answer

A) attitudes 
B) beliefs 
C) values 
D) dislikes 
A) attitudes 
B) beliefs 
C) values 
D) dislikes

Question 19

Visualization is trying to actually "see" yourself achieve your goal, which can enhance your self-esteem and add to your overall happiness.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Psychologist Eric Berne's concept to describe people's overall sense of their own worth and that of others is called social comparison.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Philosopher William James identified three components of the self: the material, the social, and the spiritual.The material self is based upon

The value we place on ourselves in areas such as our skills, abilities, talents, and appearance is known as our

Joe tells anybody who will listen to him the most intimate details of his personal life.According to the Johari window, he probably has a relatively large ________ area.

According to William James, a person has as many social selves as there are people who recognize him or her.

Facework refers to the image of yourself you present to others for acceptance and confirmation.

Which of the following reflects the approach that self-observation can encourage us to assume new labels?

When Elvira expresses concern for Lexi over the loss of Lexi's aunt, as well as listening and empathizing with Lexi, Elvira is providing social support.

Self-disclosure refers specifically to admitting deepest fears and private fantasies rather than merely revealing basic information about yourself.

In interpersonal communication, face is defined only as the eyes, nose, and mouth.

Name and define the three attachment styles.

Describe the concept of self-worth, and explain how social comparison affects it.

Identify and briefly describe the three social needs suggested by Will Schutz.

When we behave in ways that benefit others, it makes us feel better and is called being

Assertiveness is the tendency to accomplish a task by making requests, asking for information, and generally looking out for one's own rights and best interests.

People with low self-esteem are likely to be more

Which of the following are most resistant to change?

Visualization is trying to actually "see" yourself achieve your goal, which can enhance your self-esteem and add to your overall happiness.

Psychologist Eric Berne's concept to describe people's overall sense of their own worth and that of others is called social comparison.

Introduction to Interpersonal Communication

Introduction to Interpersonal Communication

Interpersonal Communication and Diversity: Adapting to Others

Listening and Responding Skills

Verbal Communication Skills

Nonverbal Communication Skills

Conflict Management Skills

Understanding Interpersonal Relationships

Managing Relationship Challenges

Interpersonal Relationships: Friendship and Romance

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Exam 2: Interpersonal Communication and Self

Philosopher William James identified three components of the self: the material, the social, and the spiritual.The material self is based upon

The value we place on ourselves in areas such as our skills, abilities, talents, and appearance is known as our

Joe tells anybody who will listen to him the most intimate details of his personal life.According to the Johari window, he probably has a relatively large ________ area.

According to William James, a person has as many social selves as there are people who recognize him or her.

Facework refers to the image of yourself you present to others for acceptance and confirmation.

Which of the following reflects the approach that self-observation can encourage us to assume new labels?

When Elvira expresses concern for Lexi over the loss of Lexi's aunt, as well as listening and empathizing with Lexi, Elvira is providing social support.

Self-disclosure refers specifically to admitting deepest fears and private fantasies rather than merely revealing basic information about yourself.

In interpersonal communication, face is defined only as the eyes, nose, and mouth.

Name and define the three attachment styles.

Describe the concept of self-worth, and explain how social comparison affects it.

Identify and briefly describe the three social needs suggested by Will Schutz.

When we behave in ways that benefit others, it makes us feel better and is called being

Assertiveness is the tendency to accomplish a task by making requests, asking for information, and generally looking out for one's own rights and best interests.

People with low self-esteem are likely to be more

Which of the following are most resistant to change?

Visualization is trying to actually "see" yourself achieve your goal, which can enhance your self-esteem and add to your overall happiness.

Psychologist Eric Berne's concept to describe people's overall sense of their own worth and that of others is called social comparison.

Introduction to Interpersonal Communication

Introduction to Interpersonal Communication

Interpersonal Communication and Diversity: Adapting to Others

Listening and Responding Skills

Verbal Communication Skills

Nonverbal Communication Skills

Conflict Management Skills

Understanding Interpersonal Relationships

Managing Relationship Challenges

Interpersonal Relationships: Friendship and Romance

Interpersonal Relationships: Family and Workplace

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