MEDSOC Final Quiz

Which component of human communication involves converting ideas into messages?

• Decoding

• Feedback

• Encoding

• Noise

Which of the following is considered an internal noise in communication?

• Mosquito buzzing

• Loud music

• Children screaming

• Hunger

How does cognitive ability influence communication?

• determining the physical surroundings of communication

• affecting how a person processes and understands messages

• influencing the time-of-day communication occurs

• altering the noise level during communication

Which of the following is TRUE about identity?

• It affects all levels of communication

• It plays a role in shaping intercultural communication

• It is shaped by communication

• All of the above

Maria has recently joined a new school where most of the students belong to a different ethnic background. She feels a bit out of place and is unsure how to connect with her peers. Which aspect of identity is likely influencing Maria's experience?

• Social class identity

• Age identity

• Ethnic identity

• Disability identity

What is the "looking-glass self"?

• The self-image that results from the reflections of others

• The self-image developed through social comparisons

• The self-image based solely on individual beliefs

• The concept of fulfilling societal expectations

How might Samantha’s social class identity influence her communication in this workplace?

• Samantha will communicate exactly the same way as her colleagues, regardless of her social class identity.

• Samantha's communication will be entirely based on her professional role, not her social class.

• Samantha’s social class identity will have no effect on her communication at work.

• Samantha may hesitate to share her experiences, fearing they might not be understood or valued.

How does media shape social identities?

• Providing factual information only

• Creating, shaping, or enforcing certain identities as normal or valued

• Ignoring social identities entirely

• Focusing solely on individual personalities

Which of the following is an example of media hegemony?

• An independent film gaining international acclaim.

• A news network covering various global perspectives.

• Social media platforms allowing free expression.

• TV shows portraying mothers as perfect and nurturing.

Which streaming service is known for producing highly anticipated shows like "Batman: Caped Crusader," contributing to its popularity among superhero and noir genre fans?

• Prime Video

• Netflix

• Hulu

• Apple TV+