Multiple Choice Questions

Question 8.1

1. Tammy says to her friend, “I’m having a great time,” while yawning and staring off into space. Which of the following best describes Tammy’s behavior?

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Incorrect. The answer can be found on page 156.

Question 8.2

2. Nonverbal messages are expressed via all of the following channels EXCEPT

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Incorrect. The answer can be found on page 155.

Question 8.3

3. Which of the following is NOT one of the four characteristics of gender and nonverbal communication?

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Incorrect. The answer can be found on pages 157 - 158.

Question 8.4

4. Which of the following statements about nonverbal communication is NOT correct?

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer can be found on page 156.

Question 8.5

5. During their interaction, Pat and Sam make frequent eye contact, stand about three feet apart, and smile often. Which of the following is most likely TRUE about Pat and Sam?

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Incorrect. The answer can be found on page 156.

Question 8.6

6. Which of the following gestures represents a specific verbal meaning?

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Incorrect. The answer can be found on page 161.

Question 8.7

7. Wiping sweat off your forehead is an example of which of the following gesture types?

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Incorrect. The answer can be found on page 161.

Question 8.8

8. When Tim tried to interrupt his mother’s conversation, she held up her index finger. This gesture is an example of which of the following?

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Incorrect. The answer can be found on page 161.

Question 8.9

9. Which of the following vocal characteristics is defined as a combination of richness and breathiness?

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Incorrect. The answer can be found on page 163.

Question 8.10

10. Which type of touch is performed to accomplish a task?

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Incorrect. The answer can be found on page 164.

Question 8.11

11. What is the range for social space?

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Incorrect. The answer can be found on page 166.

Question 8.12

12. Individuals with P-time orientation are likely to believe which of the following about chronemics?

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Incorrect. The answer can be found on page 167.

Question 8.13

13. When a person nods his or her head up and down and says “yes” at the same time, what function of nonverbal communication does the nodding accomplish?

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Incorrect. The answer can be found on page 169.

Question 8.14

14. Which of the following statements about the use of vocalics to express emotion is NOT correct?

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Incorrect. The answer can be found on page 170.

Question 8.15

15. Which of the following behaviors might communicate submissiveness within the context of an interpersonal encounter?

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Incorrect. The answer can be found on page 173.