Question 1. When words relate to ideas or concepts that exist only in your mind and do not represent a tangible object they are called ___________ words.

referent

dialect

vernacular

abstract

Question 2. The ______________ is the dictionary definition or description of what the word represents. 

denotation

synonym

vernacular

connotation

Question 3. A disadvantage of computer mediated communication is that

it provides you with a permanent record or what was said, which can get you into trouble.

it allows you time to construct your message, thus wasting time.

it is difficult to convey nonverbal cues.

it is quick, and therefore you don't think about it much.

Question 4. Americans tend to look at others above the neck or below the knees. Looking at other parts of a person's body is considered impolite, while looking at anyone for more than 3 to 5 seconds can be interpreted as staring.

True

False

Question 5. It is important to be aware of culture because 

lack of knowledge often leads to misread cues.

it can create borders for your behavior.

it influences your vocal features, nonverbal communication and the words you use.

All of the above

Question 6. Your vocal quality or tone, rate of speech, volume, pitch, and rhythm, along with your silences and the vocal fillers you use when you pause often communicate your feelings, intentions, and meanings in powerful ways. These vocal elements are called ________________.

singing communication

paralanguage

vibrato

dysfluencies

Question 7. Like other languages, English is not growing and evolving. It is complete and now must be mastered.

True

False

Question 8. At one time, the word man was considered a generic word that referred to all humans. Today, such usage is considered ________________ that excludes individuals on the basis of gender.

sexist language

racist language

appropriate language

non-traditional language

Question 9. When you communicate with others, one way to minimize misunderstandings is to increase your awareness of the intentions of your messages and the possible interpretations of your words.

True

False

Question 10. According to Bevan and Sole (2014), the United States is _____________ culture, which involves both taking in elements from other cultures and influencing others.

a liberal

a conservative

an open system

a celebrity