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Concrete terms can never be used in an abstract or symbolic way.

A
T
B
F
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Verbal and nonverbal communication often work together to convey ______________.

A
messages
B
culture
C
language
D
multiple channels
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Jason is nervous about performing the national anthem in front of his whole school. What could be said to him to help build his self esteem and lessen his anxiety?

A
You sing beautifully.
B
You better not mess this up.
C
You might want to try a simpler song.
D
It’s alright if you don’t want to do this.
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How can the “same” language be different?

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Which of the following is an example of a denotative meaning?

A
“Tree; a large woody plant that survives and continues to grow year after year”
B
“Tree; the source of joy and excitement as a child”
C
“Tree; symbolic of growth and strength”
D
“Tree; the destroyer of my home during a storm”
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Which of the following is an example of how interpersonal relationships develop a new language and thus create a new culture?

A
a businessman greeting his new client
B
a married couple using endearments with each other
C
a child waving good bye to her mother
D
a football team meeting over their strategy for Saturday’s game
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How can a person avoid polarization?

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Which of the following is an example of how words affect people?

A
Listening to upbeat songs and feeling happier
B
Watching a presidential speech and becoming inspired to do more
C
Reading a book on the Civil War and buying war memorabilia
D
All of the above
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Write a short paragraph explaining the principle of “don’t say or do anything online that you wouldn’t say or do face to face.” Give at least 2 examples in your paragraph.

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Which of the following words best describes the emotional state depicted in the drawing?

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A
happy
B
angry
C
sad
D
guilty
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Describe a situation in which a person’s voice would communicate emotion.

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Elaine is going into Pakistan for the first time and staying with a Muslim family. She has never left the U.S. and is quite intimidated by the prospect of encountering a new place. What can she do in order to ensure non-biased language?

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Which of the following is an example of the face-saving principle of language? Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A
a student spitting on the ground in the middle of having a conversation with his teacher
B
a man interrupting a co-worker because he doesn’t agree with her opinion
C
a brother walking away from an argument with his sister
D
a friend avoiding a controversial topic
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How can you avoid using biased language?

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Which of the following statements is not true?

A
Nonverbal communication is subject to interpretation.
B
Nonverbal communication can be turned off.
C
Nonverbal communication is less finite and rigid than language.
D
Nonverbal communication can be interpreted differently by different people and in different situations.

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