Interpersonal Communication

What is the primary goal of interpersonal communication?

• To exchange information

• To build and maintain relationships

• To assert dominance

• To impress others

Which of the following is NOT a key characteristic of interpersonal communication?

• Immediacy

• Mutual feedback

• Adaptability

• Lack of response

Interpersonal communication is crucial for professional success because it helps in:

• Teamwork and leadership

• Memorizing facts

• Working alone effectively

• Avoiding conflicts

The way an individual stands or sits to convey confidence is an example of:

• Kinesics

• Proxemics

• Haptics

• Paralanguage

Which of the following is a verbal communication component?

• Gestures

• Eye contact

• Tone of voice

• Vocabulary

What is the study of how people use and perceive personal space?

• Kinesics

• Proxemics

• Paralanguage

• Chronemics

Which of the following is NOT an example of haptics?

• A handshake

• A pat on the back

• A text message

• A hug

Paralanguage refers to:

• The meaning of words

• The way something is said, including tone, pitch, and volume

• The structure of sentences

• Non-verbal gestures

Which of the following is a barrier to effective interpersonal communication?

• Active listening

• Clear and precise language

• Cultural misunderstandings

• Mutual respect

The best way to resolve a misunderstanding in interpersonal communication is to:

• Ignore the problem

• Walk away

• Clarify and ask questions

• Raise your voice to assert dominance