Communication and Social Behavior Quiz

What is an assumption about how we use communication according to Communication Accommodation Theory?

• To express our identity unconsciously

• To create barriers between group members

• To avoid expressing any personal desires

• To maintain a professional demeanor at all times

According to the text, what does communication within a socio-historical context influence?

• The perception of one's social identities and language

• The financial status of the communicators

• The technological advancements in communication

• The political beliefs of the communicators

What is the biggest indicator for convergence in communicative behavior?

• Professionalism

• Likability

• Intelligence

• Wealth

What do interactants use convergence and divergence for in communication?

• To signal their attitudes towards each other and their social groups

• To confuse the communication process

• To establish a formal communication protocol

• To reduce the effectiveness of communication

What role does accommodation play in communication according to the text?

• It helps in changing communicative behavior to move toward or away from others

• It is used to maintain a constant level of communication regardless of context

• It prevents any form of personal expression in communication

• It ensures that communication is always direct and straightforward

What is the primary assumption of Face Negotiation Theory as mentioned in the document?

• Identity is not important in interactions

• We all like our identity to be respected and validated

• Communication styles should not adapt

• Non-accommodation is preferred in most interactions

According to CAT, which of the following is NOT listed as a benefit of convergence in communication?

• Compliance

• Increased conflict

• Trust

• Self-disclosure

What does "diverge" mean in the context of types of accommodation in communication?

• Adapting behaviors to become less similar to the other

• Adapting behaviors to become more similar to the other

• Maintaining neutral behaviors

• Avoiding any form of communication

Which of the following is a form of accommodation in communication?

• Emotional expression

• Code-switching

• Cognitive restructuring

• Avoidance tactics

What is the primary focus of Face Negotiation Theory in cultural differences?

• To explore the role of communication in managing contradictions

• To understand how individualism and collectivism affect facework

• To analyze the impact of high versus low power distance on communication styles

• To examine the fluctuations between ends of the continuums in relationships