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Exam 1 Review

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 8mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which of the following is a characteristic of trait-based communication apprehension (CA)?

a)

Happens in one specific context

b)

Only happens with certain audiences

c)

Occurs in all communication situations

d)

Is temporary and passes quickly

2.

Which type of communication trait involves personal attacks on someone’s character?

a)

Verbal Aggression

b)

Constructive Criticism

c)

Argumentativeness

d)

Silent Treatment

3.

A trait is a consistent and enduring characteristic of an individual.

a)

True

b)

False

4.

What is the primary purpose of a public service announcement about seatbelt safety?

a)

To inform

b)

To persuade

c)

To entertain

d)

To criticize

5.

What type of distraction occurs when you're preoccupied with your thoughts while listening to someone?

a)

Situational distraction

b)

Bias

c)

Failure to focus

d)

Source distraction

6.

States are influenced by current situations and can change quickly.

a)

True

b)

False

7.

Which model of communication includes the concept of 'noise'?

a)

Linear model

b)

Transactional model

c)

Interactive model

d)

All of the above

8.

Which ethical perspective values freedom of speech for all, regardless of the content?

a)

Moral View

b)

Totalitarian View

c)

Amoral View

d)

Ethical Relativism

9.

Using an acronym like 'HURIER' to remember the steps of effective listening is an example of which memory tactic?

a)

Repetition

b)

Mnemonics

c)

Chunking

d)

Categorization

10.

Which of the following best describes the process of organizing information into meaningful groups?

a)

Categorization

b)

Chunking

c)

Mediation

d)

Association

11.

Scenario: Sofia emails a professor, but does not receive a response. This is an example which communication model?

a)

Linear

b)

Transactional

c)

Interactive

d)

Correspondence

12.

Psychological noise involves mental distractions, while frame of reference is shaped by personal experiences.

a)

True

b)

False

13.

The component of 'noise' in communication models can be internal (psychological) or external (environmental).

a)

True

b)

False

14.

This ethical perspective states that only good speakers should be allowed to speak:

a)

Amoral

b)

Moral

15.

This type of society controls speech and holds a moral view of communication:

a)

Totalitarian

b)

Democratic