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Name and explain William James three components of the self.
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Identify and give an example of attitudes, beliefs and values.
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Briefly explain how you might differentiate between a persons spiritual self and what some might call a religious self.
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Our social self is exemplified in the clothes we choose to wear.
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According to William James, having a social self means that you communicate exactly the same with everyone you meet.
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Your spiritual self is the part of you that attempts to answer, Why am I here?
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You have been described by your significant other as a jokester. This description is an example of an avowed identity.
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When James describes himself as being a flight attendant, he is discussing his ascribed identity.
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The extent to which beliefs about ourselves are clearly and confidently identified and are stable over time is known as self-concept clarity.
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Self-awareness refers to your assessment of your worth or values as reflected in your perception of your skills, abilities, talents, and appearance.
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The term sex is more broad and inclusive than the term gender.
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Maya believes she will make new friends in college and her predictions come true. This is an example of reframing.
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Maslows framework involving unconscious competence is designed to explain a persons values.
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Conscious competence occurs when we are aware that we know or can do something, but it has not yet become an integrated habit.
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If you are operating in the unconscious incompetence level, you are unaware of your own incompetence and dont know what you dont know.
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Your self-image can change depending on the situation you are in.
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Your response to the question Who am I in general? is part of your self-image.
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A value is a learned predisposition to respond to a person, object, or idea in a favorable or unfavorable way.
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I like chocolate dipped ice cream cones. This statement is an example of an attitude.
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Toni didnt want to ask Molly directly if she was mad, so he asked Michael if he thought Molly was mad. This is an example of _____ perception checking. a. indirect b. linear c. direct d. opposite
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Symbolic self-awareness is the unique human ability to develop a representation of ones self and communicate that representation to others through language.
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Pat is watching TV, and his roommate walks in and tells Pat that he wishes to talk to him. Pat turns off the TV in order to focus on the conversation with the roommate. Pats decision to focus on the roommate rather than the television illustrates what stage of the perceptual process?
a. Attention and selection
b. Organization
c. Interpretation
d. Closure
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Assuming a person belongs to a particular group because of his or her clothing is an example of which of the following?
a. Selection
b. Reframing
c. Closure
d. Attention
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Barry is driving Suzie home from a party. Barry notices that Suzie has her arms crossed and she is looking out the window of the car and making no attempt to communicate with him. Based on Suzies nonverbal behavior, Barry infers that she is upset with him. Barrys inference about Suzies behavior illustrates which stage of the perceptual process?
a. Attending and selecting stimuli
b. Interpreting
c. Responding and expressing understanding
d. Organizing stimuli
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What occurs during the interpretation stage of the perception process?
a. Missing information is filled in.
b. Stimuli is organized.
c. Certain stimuli are focused on.
d. Meaning is assigned to stimuli.
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Which of the following statements is most accurate concerning stereotypes?
a. All stereotypes are negative.
b. We stereotype people because of our nature to simplify and categorize.
c. People who use stereotypes are usually doing so intentionally.
d. It is fairly easy to rid ourselves of harmful stereotypes.
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Robin suspected that her roommate, Julie, wanted to break up with her boyfriend. Rather than asking her specifically, Robin paid close attention to how Julie complained about him, avoided his phone calls, and was late getting ready for dates with him. What method was Robin using to check her perception of Julies feelings?
a. Direct perception checking
b. Indirect perception checking
c. Social comparison
d. Self-fulfilling prophecy
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Veronica noticed that her roommate responded with short, one-word answers to her questions. She suspected that her roommate was upset with her, but she didnt know why. She asked her, It seems like you have been avoiding me all day. When I ask you a question, you answer with only a few words. Have I done something to make you mad at me? This statement is an example of _____.
a. direct perception checking
b. indirect perception checking
c. social comparison
d. self-fulfilling prophecy
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Aaron was asked to give a speech to the incoming freshmen about the advantages of serving in student government. He had never given a speech before and was very nervous. A speech professor suggested that in addition to practicing, he could picture himself delivering the speech successfully, and receiving favorable feedback from his audience. Which method did the professor recommend to help Aaron manage his communication apprehension?
a. Visualization
b. Positive self-talk
c. Reframing
d. Surrounding himself with positive people
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______ refers to an inflated view of ones self, especially about ones own power and importance.
a. Ethnocentrism
b. Narcissism
c. Reframing
d. Stereotyping
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After Patrice failed the first math quiz, she thought she would fail the whole class. Then she realized it was just one quiz and she would have many more quizzes in the future that would boost her grade. This demonstrates the concept of _____.
a. reframing
b. visualization
c. narcissism
d. Stereotyping
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Which of the following would help a person develop a more positive self-esteem?
a. Compare yourself to others.
b. Place a label on yourself based upon one incident.
c. Mentally rehearse all possible scenarios, positive and negative.
d. Surround yourself with positive people.
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Larry grew up in a familyin whichhis mother and father were constantly fighting and insulting each other. Their divorce was especially messy and mean. The poor quality of their relationship caused Larry to avoid commitment in a loving relationship for many years. Larry finally decides that he can no longer allow his feelings about love and marriage to be colored by his parents failures. Which technique for improving self-esteem did Larry use?
a. Developing honest relationships
b. Visualizing
c. Positive messages
d. Losing your baggage
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The first stage in the perception process involves _____.
a. selection
b. organization
c. interpretation
d. direction
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The stage of perception in which we put information into patterns is called _____.
a. attention
b. reframing
c. interpretation
d. organization
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Martin knew he was going to fail the upcoming math test because he felt he wasnt good at math and never had been. Martins thoughts are an example of _____.
a. self-concept clarity
b. self-expectations
c. self-awareness
d. self-fulfilling prophecy
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The idea that what we believe will occur in the futureislikely tocome true because we believe it will come true is called_____.
a. social comparison
b. self-expectation
c. self-consciousness
d. self-fulfilling prophecy
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Christa experienced extreme anxiety about the thought of giving a presentation to her classmates. On the day of the presentation, she repeated in her mind statements such as, You are well-prepared. and You have valuable information to share with your audience. What technique was Christa using to boost her self-esteem?
a. Positive self-talk
b. Visualization
c. Reframing
d. Losing your baggage
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The human ability to think about what were doing while were doing it is called _____.
a. self-reflexiveness
b. self-awareness
c. ascribed identity
d. avowed identity
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Priscilla feels that she is unattractive and unlovable following a break-up with her boyfriend. Prior to this incident, Priscilla had a healthy view of her worth. Priscilla experienced a decrease in which of the following?
a. Self-reflexiveness
b. Self-concept
c. Self-esteem
d. Self-consciousness
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The assessment of your worth or value as reflected in your perceptions of such things as your skills, abilities, appearance and talents is called _____.
a. self-esteem
b. self-expectations
c. material self
d. ascribed identity
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Ever since she was a little girl, Rhonda knew she wanted to be a teacher. Now that she is applying to college for a degree in education, she can hardly wait until that dream comes true. Her belief has been stable over a long period of time. This is an example of _____.
a. self-analysis
b. self-worth avoidance
c. self-concept clarity
d. self-esteem
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The statement, Im not intelligent because my roommate gets better grades than I do, illustrates which of the following?
a. Self-fulfilling prophecy
b. Social comparison
c. Self-expectations
d. Social expectations
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The term for the psychological and emotional characteristics of individuals that cause them to be masculine, feminine, or androgynous is _____.
a. sex
b. gender
c. ethnicity
d. culture
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Andrew had plans to be married by the age of 25; however, he turned 30 and was still unmarried. He concluded that he was incapable of maintaining a healthy relationship. Andrews self-esteem was impacted by which of the following?
a. Gender differences
b. Social comparison
c. Self-expectations
d. Self-fulfilling prophecy
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Which of the following statements most accurately describes the social self?
a. You are represented by the things you own.
b. You are what you have.
c. You have different selves in relation to different people.
d. You attempt to answer for yourself, Why am I here?
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Natasha contemplates her relationship to other forces in the universe, but not from a religious standpoint. Natasha is exploring which component of self?
a. Material self
b. Social self
c. Spiritual self
d. Emotional self
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Aisha noticed at work that Vincent and Michelle kept asking her advice on office procedures. Soon, she began to see herself as competent and knowledgeable. Which of the following statements best describes the means by which Vincent and Michelle influenced Aishas self-concept?
a. Communication with others
b. Association with groups
c. Roles we assume
d. Self-labels
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When Katy was asked to describe herself, she said Im a soccer player. When Brian was asked the same question, he said Im on the chess team. These examples show which kind of influence on self-concept?
a. Communication with others
b. Association with groups
c. Roles we assume
d. Self-fulfilling prophecy
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When Maury is asked to describe herself, her first response is that her friends often call her an overachiever. This describes her _____.
a. avowed identity
b. assumed role
c. ascribed identity
d. aspect of her spiritual self
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As Ellen was nearing graduation, she thought back over her college career. Although she had wanted to be more involved in extra-curricular activities, she had focused more on her studies and tended to describe herself first as a student. What aspect of the formation of self-concept does this describe?
a. Assumed role
b. Cyber selves
c. Avowed identity
d. Association with groups
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Maria does not feel confident with her academic abilities in calculus class; however, she feels at ease with her abilities in her drawing class. This example illustrates which of the following?
a. Self
b. Self-concept
c. Self-image
d. Self-fulfilling prophecy
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When Tina saw Carlis new shirt, she said she didnt like it because the color reminded her of seaweed. Tinas response is an example of a(n) _____.
a. belief
b. attitude
c. value
d. behavior
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Jaclyn thinks life exists on other planets. This example illustrates which component of self-concept?
a. Belief
b. Attitude
c. Value
d. Behavior
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Athena thinks that killing animals for food is morally wrong. Athenas convictions would be which of the following?
a. An attitude
b. A belief
c. A value
d. A behavior
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When he talks to his roommate, Andrew is more likely to tell him more personal thoughts than he would if he was talking to his professor. According to Jamess theory of the self, Andrew is demonstrating his _____ self.
a. material
b. social
c. spiritual
d. emotional
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Explain what it means to be other-oriented and why you should be other-oriented.
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Compare and contrast the differences between impersonal and interpersonal communication.
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Danielle is able to observe and reflect upon her own mental states, thus exhibiting ______.
a. self-awareness
b. self-image
c. self-expectations
d. self-fulfilling prophecy
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Jenny sees herself as a caring person. She communicates this perception of herself to a career counselor; therefore, the counselor recommends that she enter the field of nursing. Jennys interaction with the counselor demonstrates what dimension of Jennys self-awareness?
a. Material self-awareness
b. Subjective self-awareness
c. Objective self-awareness
d. Symbolic self-awareness
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When Maslow referred to the unconscious competence, he was explaining how people attain _____ skills.
a. business
b. physiological
c. rhetoric
d. communication
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Juan has recently noticed that when he works with his group on the group project, they dismiss his suggestions. He has no idea how to go about getting them to listen to his ideas. At which level of self-awareness is Juan withregard to his skills?
a. Unconscious incompetence
b. Conscious incompetence
c. Conscious competence
d. Unconscious competence
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Which of the following accurately describes the term self-concept?
a. It changes with each person you meet.
b. It is developed at birth.
c. It is deeply rooted and slow to change.
d. It is created quickly.
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Alfonso is very tall and thin and cannot seem to add any muscle, although he works out in the gym four days every week. While at the gym, Alfonso compares his lack of muscle with the muscles of other men who work out at the gym. Alfonsos concern with this discrepancy is attributed to his focus on his _____ self.
a. material
b. subjective
c. objective
d. symbolic
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Compare and contrast the three models of communication presented in the textbook: communication as action, communication as interaction, communication as transaction. Explain the basic components of each model and identify how each model is different and/or more realistic than the other models.
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Discusstypes of noise and relate how noise creates interference in communication.
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Discuss and explain the three criteria associated with communication competence.
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Communication that occurs within yourself is referred to as_____communication.
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To be_____is to consider the needs, motives, desires, and goals of our communication partners while still maintaining our integrity.
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Small group communication via a webinar is an example of _____ communication.
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Explain why it is useful to study interpersonal communication. Use examples taken from the life of a typical college student to illustrate the points you make.
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Discuss ways in which communication can be an important factor in the improvement of our health.
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Illustrate the concept of impersonal communication.
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The process of acting on information is known as_____.
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The early models of communication viewed it as a transfer or _____ of information.
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The written, spoken, and unspoken elements of communication to which we assign meaning are called_____.
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Thoughts, worries, and feelings that distract us from the communication process are called_____.
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The communication as interaction perspective added two dimensions to the study of communication that were not a part of the communication as action model. Those two are_____, which is a response to a message, and_____, which is the communication environment.
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_____ communication often occurs when a time delay occurs between the sending of an email message and the receipt or reading of that message.
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Rules that are not specifically spelled out are called_____rules.