Identify, with intercultural examples, three of the six functions performed by nonverbal communication.

What will be an ideal response?


Replacing spoken messages could be described using the idea of gestures when a language is not shared. Sending uncomfortable messages could be described by slowly walking away from a conversation you don't want to be in. Making relationships clear could be described by showing affection to a significant other.

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A loud air conditioner, crowded room with noisy conversations, a jack hammer outside your window, and someone loudly chewing gum next to you are all examples of __________ barriers to listening

Fill in the blanks with correct word

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Persuasive speeches to __________ are aimed at changing

audience values, attitudes, or beliefs. Fill in the blanks with correct word

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Follett characterized conflict as destructive because it interferes with the smooth operation of an organization

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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Which of the following is an example of a physical distraction to listening?

A. "Are you kidding? All I could think about was my vacation that starts tomorrow." B. "I could not pay attention to anything she said after she mentioned feminist theory." C. "The two people talking in the row ahead of me kept me from catching very much of his lecture." D. "I didn't know what he said because I was so worried about what the kids were doing in my absence."

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