Communication Theories FINALS - 2-1

Communication Theories:

A. Communication theories are systematic explanations of phenomena.

B. All communication theories are universally applicable without exception.

C. Communication theories aim to clarify, predict, or control communication events.

D. Theories do not require validation through research.

Which statement/s is true?

• A&C

• C&D

• JustA

• All statements are false

Expectancy Violations Theory:
A. It focuses on how people react to unexpected behaviors.
B. Only verbal cues are analyzed in expectancy violations.
C. Judee Burgoon developed this theory.
D. It assumes all violations are perceived negatively.

Which statement/s is true?

• A&C

• JustA

• A&D

• All statements are true

Elements of Communication:
A. Feedback is the sender’s response to the receiver’s message.
B. Noise can be physical, psychological, or semantic.
C. Channels are used for transmitting messages.
D. The receiver is responsible for encoding the message.

Which statement/s is true?

• B&C

• JustD

• A&B&C

• All statements are false

Mass Communication Theories:
A. Cultivation Theory examines how media shape perceptions of reality.
B. Uses and Gratifications Approach sees the audience as passive recipients.
C. Agenda Setting Theory explores how media influence public priorities.
D. Semiotics studies the use of signs and symbols in communication.

Which statement/s is true?

• A&C&D

• A&B

• All statements are true

• All statements are false

Group Communication Theories:
A. Groupthink promotes critical evaluation of ideas within a group.
B. Irving Janis proposed the concept of Groupthink.
C. Diffusion of Innovation explains how groups spread new ideas.
D. Cultural Approach to Organizations focuses on group decision-making.

Which statement/s is true?

• A&D

• JustB

• B&C

• All statements are false

Noise in Communication:
A. Noise refers only to physical barriers in communication.
B. Noise can include psychological distractions.
C. Semantic noise is caused by language misunderstandings.

D. Noise always disrupts feedback.

Which statement/s is true?

• B&C

• JustD

• A&C

• All statements are true

Uses and Gratifications Approach: A. It views audiences as active participants. B. It assumes media fulfills specific audience needs. C. It focuses solely on negative effects of media. D. It explains audience motivations for choosing media content.

• A&B&D

• A&C

• JustB

• All statements are false

Diffusion of Innovation:
A. Innovators are the first adopters of new ideas.
B. Opinion leaders influence the spread of innovations.
C. Late adopters are the least important for diffusion.
D. This theory is focused on group dynamics.

Which statement/s is true?

• A&B

• A&D

• JustC

• All statements are true

Symbolic Interactionism:
A. It emphasizes the role of symbols in creating meaning.
B. It views communication as a means to predict behaviors.
C. It highlights shared meanings in social interactions.
D. It disregards language as an essential factor.

Which statement/s is true?

• A&C

• B&D

• A&C&D

• JustB

Agenda Setting Theory:
A. Media can influence what audiences think about.
B. It focuses on long-term media effects on perceptions of reality.
C. It emphasizes media's role in prioritizing issues.
D. It assumes audiences always accept media priorities.

Which statement/s is true?

• A&C

• JustB

• A&D

• All statements are false