HOUSTON SPCH1311 2019 February Chapter 4 Quiz Latest

SPCH1311 Introduction to Communication

Chapter 4 Quiz

Question 1The impact of technology on language is strictly positive.

  True

  False

 Question 2It is appropriate to use jargon when speaking in front of a group of listeners who have specific knowledge about the subject matter of the presentation.

  True

  False

 Question 3Using the word "cat" by itself has no meaning.

  True

  False

 Question 4Leah mentions that her next birthday will be either the best day or worst day ever. This is an example of indiscrimination.

  True

  False

 Question 5Semantics is the study of meaning, or the association of words with ideas, feelings, and contexts.

  True

  False

Question 6Euphemisms are used to deliberately distort meaning and confuse people.

  True

  False

 Question 7The statement "people often enjoy musicals" is more verbally immediate than saying "we will certainly enjoy the musical."

  True

  False

 Question 8Larissa believes that her boyfriend should be more assertive and direct, and get to the point of what he is saying. Larissa's ideal style of communication reflects the language in a high-context culture.

  True

  False

 Question 9Gender-inclusive language does not discriminate against males or females.

  True

  False

 Question 10According to Deborah Tannen, women use language to assert status and to compete.

  True

  False