Being distracted by unfamiliar or offensive words in a speaker’s message is typical of ______.
a. environmental distractions
b. medium distractions
c. factual diversion
d. semantic diversion
d. semantic diversion
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Semantic differential–format questions use a scale anchored by
a. words with opposite meanings b. “Strongly agree” and “Strongly disagree” c. 1 and 10 d. 0 and 100 e. “yes” and “no”
In defining interpersonal communication, the textbook says that interpersonal communication
must involve quality. What is meant by the word quality? What will be an ideal response?
Jason has to deliver a speech on global warming to approximately 50 people. He has conducted detailed research on global warming and the factors affecting it, and he plans to use speaking notes to recollect key ideas and citations. Given this information, it can be inferred that Jason’s speech will most likely be a(n) _____.
a. impromptu speech b. scripted speech c. extemporaneous speech d. small-group speech
A major conflict between the way journalists view themselves and what audiences expect is that ______.
A. journalists care less about accuracy than do readers B. readers are not biased toward a certain platform while most journalists are C. readers expect in-depth reporting while journalists primarily view themselves as entertainers D. readers prefer physical media while journalists largely prefer digital outlets