C464 Introduction to Communication Practice Questions - Set 4 - Part 3

Correct Answer: b) Relying heavily on nonverbal cues

High-context communication depends on indirect cues and context. Explicit language (a) and written contracts (d) are low-context, while individualism (c) is not specific to communication style.

Correct Answer: c) Stalking

Stalking involves persistent, unwanted behavior that incites fear. Flaming (a) is hostile online interaction, spamming (b) is bulk messaging, and cyberbullying (d) is online harassment.

Correct Answer: a) Facial expressions

Kinesics is the study of body movements, including facial expressions. Eye contact (b) and personal space (c) relate to proxemics, while volume (d) is paralanguage.

Correct Answer: b) Speaker credibility

Ethos involves establishing the speaker’s trustworthiness. Pathos (a) is emotional appeal, logos (c) is logic, and visuals (d) support but are not ethos.

Correct Answer: c) Affection

Affection refers to the desire for closeness and approval. Control (a) is about influence, inclusion (b) involves belonging, and power (d) does not relate to affection needs.

Correct Answer: c) Information known to self but hidden from others

The hidden area contains personal information not shared with others. The blind area (a) is known to others, unknown (b) is undiscovered, and open (d) is shared.

Correct Answer: b) Physical space in interactions

Proxemics examines personal space and its role in communication. Time (a) is chronemics, gestures (c) are kinesics, and vocal tone (d) is paralanguage.

Correct Answer: d) Critical listening

Critical listening requires in-depth analysis of content and context. Selective (a) filters messages, passive (b) lacks focus, and reflective (c) emphasizes empathy.

Correct Answer: c) Providing a solution

The satisfaction step presents a solution to the problem. The need step (a) identifies issues, attention (b) engages, and summaries (d) wrap up.

Correct Answer: c) Attributing success to internal factors and failures to external factors

Self-serving bias credits personal successes internally and blames failures on external factors. Options (a), (b), and (d) are unrelated to self-serving bias.