Communicator Purpose MCQ

Liz wants to talk to her boss, Christina, about taking on new leadership responsibilities in her company. Which of the following represents communication competence?

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Correct Answer: Liz schedules a meeting with Christina and outlines her contributions to the company.

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Marci and Kurtis just broke up. Marci felt that the relational costs outweighed the benefits. What communication theory can help to explain Marci and Kurtis’ relationship status?

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Correct Answer: Social role theory

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Sandra has scheduled a meeting with her boss to discuss her current job performance. Sandra’s reasons for scheduling this appointment refers to which of the following terms?

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Correct Answer: Motivation

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Communication competence requires an individual to be ______ and ______.

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Correct Answer: Effective; appropriate

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John has noticed that his boss, Sandi, often uses direct communication when she speaks with him. Which communication theory could help to explain why Sandi uses this communication style with him?

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Correct Answer: Politeness theory

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Which of the following communication theories consider one’s desired self-image?

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Correct Answer: Politeness theory and face-negotiation theory

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Which communication theory includes positive and negative face needs?

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Correct Answer: Politeness theory

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Which organizational communication theory suggests that communication anxiety decreases when in-group members believe they have power?

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Correct Answer: Anxiety/uncertainty management theory

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Sandra is enrolled in a public speaking class this semester. She is scheduled to give a speech this Friday. Her speech grade will reflect Sandra’s communication ______.

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Correct Answer: Skill

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