Question 1

When was Gutenberg's press invented?
A) In the fifteenth century (1450)
B) In the eleventh century (1050)
C) In the nineteenth century (1850)

Accepted Answer

Gutenberg's press was invented in the fifteenth century, specifically around 1450.

Question 2

In which country was the technique of printing with blocks invented?
A) Germany
B) Belgium
C) China
D) Egypt

Accepted Answer

The technique of printing with blocks was invented in China. The oldest known examples of block printing are from China and date back to the 8th century.

Question 3

Which feature of communication is emphasized by all definitions?
A) Communication is verbal
B) Communication is spontaneous
C) Communication is symbolic

Accepted Answer

All definitions emphasize that communication is symbolic, meaning that it involves the use of signs, symbols, and codes to convey meaning. Verbal communication is not always necessary for effective communication, and communication is not always spontaneous (it can be planned or strategic).

Question 4

What does "noise" refer to in communication?
A) Contextual aspects that disrupt the communication such as bright lights
B) Physiological symptoms such as hunger or fatigue
C) Prejudice
D) None of the above

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Question 5

On which two aspects do theories of communication disagree?
A) Communication is a process and transactional
B) Communication is a symbolic and a process
C) Communication is a social activity and intentional

Accepted Answer

Theories of communication often disagree on whether communication is inherently a social activity and whether it is always intentional. Some theories suggest communication can be unintentional or not necessarily social.

Question 6

What is a "referent"?
A) It is the word that refers to an object
B) It is the physical object to which a word refer
C) It is one's own mental concept of what an object is

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Question 7

What "communication as a process" mean?
A) Communication is a lengthy activity
B) Communication is influenced by what happened before
C) Communication is ongoing and multifaceted

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Question 8

Which of the following statements correspond to a "transactional view of communication"?
A) Feedback is central to communication
B) Individuals go back and forth between acting as source and receiver
C) People's contribution to communication affects the other elements in the process
D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

All three statements correspond to a transactional view of communication, which emphasizes the dynamic, reciprocal nature of communication between individuals. Feedback is central because it allows for adjustments and revisions based on the responses of the receiver. Individuals switch back and forth between acting as source and receiver, and their contributions affect the overall process and outcome of communication.

Question 9

What does "decoding" refer to?
A) Sending messages out
B) Creating messages
C) Processing messages received

Accepted Answer

Decoding refers to the process of interpreting or understanding a message that has been received. It involves extracting meaning from the symbols, language, or codes used in the message. It is the opposite of encoding, which refers to the process of creating a message using symbols, language, or codes. Sending messages out (A) is a part of encoding, while creating messages (B) is a broad term that could refer to both encoding and other communication processes such as brainstorming or ideation.

Question 10

What is "intrapersonal communication"?
A) It is not actually communication, rather cognition or psychology
B) It is a form of communication within one individual
C) It can be seen as either of the above depending on one's approach

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Question 11

Describe the differences between symptomatic and analogic behaviors.

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Question 12

What does it mean to say communication is a process?

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Question 13

Define communication. Be sure to justify your definition.

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Quiz 1: Introduction to Communication Theory

When was Gutenberg's press invented?

In which country was the technique of printing with blocks invented?

Which feature of communication is emphasized by all definitions?

What does "noise" refer to in communication?

On which two aspects do theories of communication disagree?

What is a "referent"?

What "communication as a process" mean?

Which of the following statements correspond to a "transactional view of communication"?

What does "decoding" refer to?

What is "intrapersonal communication"?

Describe the differences between symptomatic and analogic behaviors.

What does it mean to say communication is a process?

Define communication. Be sure to justify your definition.