ORAL COMM QUIZ 2

What is the Shannon-Weaver model of communication?

• A model that emphasizes feedback and interaction between sender and receiver.

• A circular model that focuses on the emotional aspects of communication.

• The Shannon-Weaver model of communication is a linear model that includes a sender, encoder, channel, decoder, and receiver, focusing on the transmission of messages and the impact of noise.

• A model that only considers the receiver's interpretation of the message.

Identify the key components of Berlo's SMCR model.

• Speaker, Text, Platform, Listener

• Content, Audience, Medium, Purpose

• Sender, Feedback, Noise, Context

• Source, Message, Channel, Receiver

How does the Schramm model differ from the Shannon-Weaver model?

• The Schramm model emphasizes noise reduction, whereas the Shannon-Weaver model ignores it.

• The Schramm model includes audience feedback and context, while the Shannon-Weaver model focuses on technical transmission of information.

• The Schramm model is only applicable to written communication, while the Shannon-Weaver model applies to all forms of communication.

• The Schramm model is a linear model, while the Shannon-Weaver model is circular.

Differentiate between verbal and nonverbal communication.

• Verbal communication includes gestures; nonverbal communication includes only words.

• Verbal communication is only spoken; nonverbal communication is only written.

• Verbal communication uses words; nonverbal communication uses body language and other non-word signals.

• Verbal communication is faster than nonverbal communication; nonverbal communication is slower.

What role does feedback play in effective communication?

• Feedback is irrelevant to communication.

• Feedback enhances understanding and improves communication effectiveness.

• Feedback only confuses the message.

• Feedback should be avoided in conversations.

Provide an example of nonverbal communication and its impact.

• A loud voice can enhance clarity and improve communication.

• A frown can indicate confusion and create misunderstandings.

• A handshake is a formal greeting that has no emotional impact.

• A smile is an example of nonverbal communication, which can create a positive atmosphere and foster connection.

Identify a situation where nonverbal cues may contradict verbal messages.

• A person smiles while saying 'I'm angry'.

• A person frowns while saying 'I'm happy'.

• A person nods while saying 'I don't agree'.

• A person says 'I'm fine' while crossing their arms.

This refers to a type of communication that is focused on one person, where the speaker acts both as the sender and as the receiver of the message.

This refers to the type of communication that takes place and creates personal relationship between and among people.

It is a communication that happens between two people.