What is a key component of effective communication?

• Only sending messages

• Understanding emotions and intentions

• Using complex jargon

• Avoiding eye contact

Which barrier to communication involves the psychological state of the communicators?

• Psychological Barriers

• Physical Barriers

• Language Barriers

• Cultural Barriers

What type of barrier is caused by physical conditions affecting the receiver?

• Semantic Barriers

• Attitudinal Barriers

• Physiological Barriers

• Systematic Barriers

Which of the following is an example of a physical barrier?

• Distance

• Stress

• Language differences

• Cultural differences

What is the first stage of the Developmental Model of Intercultural Sensitivity?

• Integration

• Adaptation

• Denial

• Acceptance

Which barrier involves the belief that one's own culture is superior?

• Stereotyping

• Ethnocentrism

• Prejudice

• Discrimination

What is a recommended strategy to avoid communication breakdown?

• Interrupt the speaker

• Become an engaged listener

• Focus on your own thoughts

• Use technical jargon

Which of the following is NOT a type of noise in communication?

• Internal Noise

• Cultural Noise

• Semantic Noise

• External Noise

What does effective communication help improve?

• Disagreement

• Confusion

• Teamwork

• Isolation

Which of the following is an example of a semantic barrier?

• Using slang

• Physical distance

• Cultural misunderstandings

• Hearing impairment