BCOR 1030 Midterm 1 Review Exam Questions
With Complete Answers
What does it mean that human communication is "transactional"? -
ANSWER It means we speak to each other back and forth and
communicate
Human Communication - ANSWER Process of making sense out of the
world and sharing that sense with others by creating meaning through the
use of verbal and nonverbal messages.
Reasons for Studying Communication - ANSWER 1. To learn as much as
possible about his or her listeners in order to craft messages that make
sense to them
2. It's through the process of sharing our understanding of our experiences
that we connect to other humans
3. To create meaning. Both senders and receivers of messages create
meaning in our hearts and minds based on our experiences, background,
and culture
The 5 Communication Principles - ANSWER 1. Leaders are aware of their
communication with themselves and others
2. Leaders effectively use and interpret verbal messages
3. Leaders effectively use and interpret nonverbal messages
4. Leaders listen and respond thoughtfully to others
5. Leaders appropriately adapt messages to others
Denotative Meaning (w/ example) - ANSWER The literal or dictionary
definition of a word (Bro-Brother)
Connotative Meanings (w/ example) - ANSWER The interpretation of a
word based on personal experiences (Bro-Very close friend)
, Concrete Messages - ANSWER Referring to something you can
experience with your senses
Ambiguous Messages: - ANSWER Unclear sentences that can prevent
your writing from communicating to the reader
Jargon - ANSWER A word or phrase used by a particular group that may
not be understood by members outside that group
Concise Writing - ANSWER avoids unnecessary words and phrases but
does not sacrifice clarity or necessary detail
Verbal Messages - ANSWER use of sounds and words to express yourself
The 4 Components of a Verbal Message - ANSWER 1. Use concrete
messages (5 senses)
2. Use precise words,
3. Use jargon carefully
4. Use concise messages
Nonverbal Messages - ANSWER Ways people can communicate without
using language
Characteristics of Nonverbal messages - ANSWER -They form
relationships
-They express the truth
-They are culture bound
Sources of Nonverbal Messages - ANSWER -Physical appearance
-Voice
-Gestures
-Body movement
-Facial expression
-Eye contact, Space (Intimate, personal, social, public)
-Time
-Touch
-Physical environment
-Emblem (has a direct verbal translation and may substitute for a word or
phrase)
With Complete Answers
What does it mean that human communication is "transactional"? -
ANSWER It means we speak to each other back and forth and
communicate
Human Communication - ANSWER Process of making sense out of the
world and sharing that sense with others by creating meaning through the
use of verbal and nonverbal messages.
Reasons for Studying Communication - ANSWER 1. To learn as much as
possible about his or her listeners in order to craft messages that make
sense to them
2. It's through the process of sharing our understanding of our experiences
that we connect to other humans
3. To create meaning. Both senders and receivers of messages create
meaning in our hearts and minds based on our experiences, background,
and culture
The 5 Communication Principles - ANSWER 1. Leaders are aware of their
communication with themselves and others
2. Leaders effectively use and interpret verbal messages
3. Leaders effectively use and interpret nonverbal messages
4. Leaders listen and respond thoughtfully to others
5. Leaders appropriately adapt messages to others
Denotative Meaning (w/ example) - ANSWER The literal or dictionary
definition of a word (Bro-Brother)
Connotative Meanings (w/ example) - ANSWER The interpretation of a
word based on personal experiences (Bro-Very close friend)
, Concrete Messages - ANSWER Referring to something you can
experience with your senses
Ambiguous Messages: - ANSWER Unclear sentences that can prevent
your writing from communicating to the reader
Jargon - ANSWER A word or phrase used by a particular group that may
not be understood by members outside that group
Concise Writing - ANSWER avoids unnecessary words and phrases but
does not sacrifice clarity or necessary detail
Verbal Messages - ANSWER use of sounds and words to express yourself
The 4 Components of a Verbal Message - ANSWER 1. Use concrete
messages (5 senses)
2. Use precise words,
3. Use jargon carefully
4. Use concise messages
Nonverbal Messages - ANSWER Ways people can communicate without
using language
Characteristics of Nonverbal messages - ANSWER -They form
relationships
-They express the truth
-They are culture bound
Sources of Nonverbal Messages - ANSWER -Physical appearance
-Voice
-Gestures
-Body movement
-Facial expression
-Eye contact, Space (Intimate, personal, social, public)
-Time
-Touch
-Physical environment
-Emblem (has a direct verbal translation and may substitute for a word or
phrase)
