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Public communication is characterized by


A) a small group of audience members who contribute feedback.
B) a formal transmission of information to a large number of unknown audience members.
C) an unequal amount of speaking by one member of the group.
D) each person in the group contributing equally to the conversation.

E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

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Competent communication requires that individuals


A) show an expanded range of responses.
B) be true to themselves and respond in ways they feel are appropriate.
C) have complete understanding of an interaction.
D) have complete understanding of an interaction

E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

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Which of the following statements about the symbolic nature of communication is NOT true?


A) Communication relies heavily on symbols like words, behaviors, and messages.
B) By their very nature, symbols are self-explanatory and easy to interpret.
C) The same symbol can have different meanings for different people.
D) Symbolic communication allows people to think and talk about the past, explain the present, and speculate about the future.

E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

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In the transactional model of communication, individuals who participate in an interaction are known as


A) senders.
B) interactors.
C) receivers.
D) communicators.

E) None of the above
F) All of the above

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Communication Competence involves


A) only face-to-face communication.
B) senders and receivers having the exact interpretation of the same message.
C) achieving one's goals in a manner that maintains and enhances the relationship in which it occurs.
D) putting forth the least amount of effort necessary to get your message across.

E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

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