The effect of gradually losing the ability to feel sympathy for victims both in media portrayals and in real life after years of exposure to media violence is called:
a. desympathization
b. desensitization
c. the numbness effect
d. the callous effect
b. desensitization
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Researchers who use the ________ approach to studying intercultural communication are interested not only in understanding human behavior but also in changing the lives of everyday communicators.
A. rhetorical B. critical C. interpretive D. functionalist
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In his presentation on hurricanes, Richard said, "The information I will show you about hurricanes will just blow you away". Richard's attempt to use language creatively is connected to which Canon of Rhetoric?
A. Style B. Delivery C. Understanding D. Invention
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There is no "me" at birth
a. true b. false
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Compared to verbal communication, nonverbal communication is
What will be an ideal response?
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