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Question 1. When words relate to ideas or concepts that exist only in your mind and do not represent a tangible object they are called ___________ words.
referent
dialect
vernacular
abstract
Question 2. The ______________ is the dictionary definition or description of what the word represents.
denotation
synonym
vernacular
connotation
Question 3. A disadvantage of computer mediated communication is that
it provides you with a permanent record or what was said, which can get you into trouble.
it allows you time to construct your message, thus wasting time.
it is difficult to convey nonverbal cues.
it is quick, and therefore you don't think about it much.
Question 4. Americans tend to look at others above the neck or below the knees. Looking at other parts of a person's body is considered impolite, while looking at anyone for more than 3 to 5 seconds can be interpreted as staring.
True
False
Question 5. It is important to be aware of culture because
lack of knowledge often leads to misread cues.
it can create borders for your behavior.
it influences your vocal features, nonverbal communication and the words you use.
All of the above
Question 6. Your vocal quality or tone, rate of speech, volume, pitch, and rhythm, along with your silences and the vocal fillers you use when you pause often communicate your feelings, intentions, and meanings in powerful ways. These vocal elements are called ________________.
singing communication
paralanguage
vibrato
dysfluencies
Question 7. Like other languages, English is not growing and evolving. It is complete and now must be mastered.
True
False
Question 8. At one time, the word man was considered a generic word that referred to all humans. Today, such usage is considered ________________ that excludes individuals on the basis of gender.
sexist language
racist language
appropriate language
non-traditional language
Question 9. When you communicate with others, one way to minimize misunderstandings is to increase your awareness of the intentions of your messages and the possible interpretations of your words.
True
False
Question 10. According to Bevan and Sole (2014), the United States is _____________ culture, which involves both taking in elements from other cultures and influencing others.
a liberal
a conservative
an open system
a celebrity
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