Communication Quiz

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This approach focuses whether or not a message is successfully transmitted from a sender or a source to a receiver or a destination.
- Direct communication
- Transmission model / information theory
- Convergence
- Direct / indirect messaging

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Explore the foundational theories of communication with this interactive quiz. Assess your understanding of key concepts like the transmission model, uncertainty reduction, narrative theory, dramatism, and systems of inquiry. Perfect for students and professionals keen on enhancing their communication skills.

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This Theory is built around the idea that when two strangers meet, each attempts to reduce their discomfort by getting to know each others expectations and communication style, therefore reducing uncertainty.
- Uncertainty reduction theory
- Communication accommodation theory
- Information theory
- Shyness reduction theory
Correct Answer

A. Uncertainty reduction theory

Explanation

The correct answer is uncertainty reduction theory. This theory suggests that when two strangers meet, they try to decrease their discomfort by learning about each other's expectations and communication style. This process helps to reduce uncertainty and build a more comfortable and familiar relationship between the individuals.

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The theory that all communication has a plot, characters, and setting, and we use these elements to construct the world around us
- Open world theory
- Story telling theory
- Narrative theory
- Passage of images theory
Correct Answer

A. Narrative theory

Explanation

The correct answer for this question is narrative theory. Narrative theory suggests that all communication has a plot, characters, and setting, and we use these elements to construct the world around us. This theory emphasizes the importance of storytelling and how it shapes our understanding of the world. It suggests that narratives are fundamental to human communication and play a significant role in our perception and interpretation of information.

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The process of understanding the motives of people who produce communication messages
- Dramatism
- Clear messaging
- Realization
- Message understatement
Correct Answer

A. Dramatism

Explanation

Dramatism is the correct answer because it refers to the process of understanding the motives of people who produce communication messages. It involves analyzing the symbols, language, and actions used by individuals to convey their intentions and motivations. By studying dramatism, one can gain insights into the underlying motives and purposes behind communication messages, helping to decode and interpret them more effectively. The other options, clear messaging, realization, and message understatement, do not specifically address the understanding of motives in communication messages.

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Allowing audiences to question speakers from multiple points of view and moral stand points
- Multiple voices
- System of inquiry
- Diverse specification
- Multiple stand points
Correct Answer

A. System of inquiry

Explanation

The correct answer is "system of inquiry". This term refers to a structured process or method that allows audiences to question speakers from various perspectives and moral viewpoints. It implies that there is a mechanism in place that encourages diverse opinions and multiple standpoints to be considered and explored. This system promotes critical thinking and a comprehensive understanding of a topic by incorporating different voices and perspectives.

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Communication Quiz

This approach focuses whether or not a message is successfully transmitted from a sender or a source to a receiver or a destination.

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This Theory is built around the idea that when two strangers meet, each attempts to reduce their discomfort by getting to know each others expectations and communication style, therefore reducing uncertainty.

The theory that all communication has a plot, characters, and setting, and we use these elements to construct the world around us

The process of understanding the motives of people who produce communication messages

Allowing audiences to question speakers from multiple points of view and moral stand points