Question 1

Discuss how nonverbal communication differs from verbal communication.

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Question 2

Identify and briefly explain four functions of nonverbal communication.

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Question 3

Identify and briefly describe four types of nonverbal codes.

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Question 4

Discuss and provide examples of cultural universals in nonverbal codes.

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Question 5

Explain the influence of culture on nonverbal communication.

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Question 6

Discuss the relationship between nonverbal communication and power.

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Question 7

Explain the nonverbal expectancy violation theory and discuss its implications for inter-cultural communication.

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Question 8

Describe the relationship between nonverbal communication, culture, and gender.

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Question 9

Briefly discuss how nonverbal communication can be a barrier in intercultural interactions.

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Question 10

Identify and explain five ways to enhance one's nonverbal intercultural communicative competence.

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Question 11

___________ communication is defined as communication without words.
A) Indirect
B) Nonverbal
C) Low-context
D) Direct

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Nonverbal communication refers to the process of conveying a message without the use of words. This can include facial expressions, body language, gestures, eye contact, and other physical cues that communicate information or feelings.

Question 12

During enculturation, _____________________.
A) children are given direct instruction on nonverbal codes
B) children learn nonverbal codes by observing and imitating the actions of others
C) both a and b
D) neither a nor b

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During enculturation, children primarily learn nonverbal codes by observing and imitating the actions of others, rather than through direct instruction.

Question 13

As people are often assumed to have less control over their nonverbal actions than their speech, when contradictory messages are sent through verbal and nonverbal channels, ___________.
A) adults generally consider the verbal message to be more honest
B) adults generally consider the nonverbal message to be more honest
C) children generally consider the nonverbal message to be more honest
D) none of the above

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Adults generally consider the nonverbal message to be more honest because nonverbal cues are often viewed as a more genuine form of expression, less subject to conscious manipulation than verbal communication.

Question 14

Mr. Chen speaks loudly and stands further away from his employees than his family mem-bers. His nonverbal behavior___________.
A) reinforces his power at work
B) communicates his status and positioning at work
C) sends messages about his close relationship with both his employees and family members
D) all of the above

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Question 15

In his email to his best friend, Ahmed inserts several smiley faces to ____________.
A) express his emotions
B) convey his happiness
C) a and b
D) neither a nor b

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In his email to his best friend, Ahmed inserts several smiley faces to express his emotions and convey his happiness.

Question 16

Martin asks for directions to the student union building and Flora motions with her hand as she talks. Her nonverbal communication is ______________ the verbal message.
A) substituting for
B) repeating
C) contradicting
D) interfering with

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Flora's hand motions as she talks are likely repeating or reinforcing the verbal directions she is giving, making the message clearer or emphasizing certain parts of her verbal communication.

Question 17

Marcel throws his hamburger in the garbage and says, 'That's the worst food I've ever had!' He is using nonverbal communication to _____________ his verbal message.
A) contradict
B) substitute for
C) emphasize
D) regulate

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Throwing the hamburger in the garbage acts as a nonverbal cue that emphasizes Marcel's verbal message about the food's quality.

Question 18

While talking with Sami, Christina used a hand gesture to encourage him to jump into the conversation. This is an example of _______________.
A) directing turn-taking
B) regulating interactions
C) a and b
D) neither a nor b

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Using hand gestures to encourage someone to join a conversation is an example of both directing turn-taking and regulating interactions, as it helps manage who speaks and when, as well as the flow of the conversation.

Question 19

Freda was very bored during the chemistry lecture and yawned a lot. Her nonverbal behav-ior is an example of _______________.
A) emotional display
B) proxemics
C) articulation
D) oculesics

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Freda's yawning, a nonverbal behavior, is an example of emotional display, indicating boredom or tiredness.

Question 20

A set of rites (e.g., nonverbal acts) performed for symbolic meaning is a _____________.
A) nonverbal code
B) handshake
C) ritual
D) artifact

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Rituals are sets of actions, often nonverbal, performed primarily for their symbolic value, which fits the description given.

Quiz 4: Language and Nonverbal Communication

Discuss how nonverbal communication differs from verbal communication.

Identify and briefly explain four functions of nonverbal communication.

Identify and briefly describe four types of nonverbal codes.

Discuss and provide examples of cultural universals in nonverbal codes.

Explain the influence of culture on nonverbal communication.

Discuss the relationship between nonverbal communication and power.

Explain the nonverbal expectancy violation theory and discuss its implications for inter-cultural communication.

Describe the relationship between nonverbal communication, culture, and gender.

Briefly discuss how nonverbal communication can be a barrier in intercultural interactions.

Identify and explain five ways to enhance one's nonverbal intercultural communicative competence.

___________ communication is defined as communication without words.

During enculturation, _____________________.

As people are often assumed to have less control over their nonverbal actions than their speech, when contradictory messages are sent through verbal and nonverbal channels, ___________.

Mr. Chen speaks loudly and stands further away from his employees than his family mem-bers. His nonverbal behavior___________.

In his email to his best friend, Ahmed inserts several smiley faces to ____________.

Martin asks for directions to the student union building and Flora motions with her hand as she talks. Her nonverbal communication is ______________ the verbal message.

Marcel throws his hamburger in the garbage and says, 'That's the worst food I've ever had!' He is using nonverbal communication to _____________ his verbal message.

While talking with Sami, Christina used a hand gesture to encourage him to jump into the conversation. This is an example of _______________.

Freda was very bored during the chemistry lecture and yawned a lot. Her nonverbal behav-ior is an example of _______________.

A set of rites (e.g., nonverbal acts) performed for symbolic meaning is a _____________.