When low-context communicators interact with high-context communicators, _____.
a. verbal messages should be taken at face value
b. nonverbal messages should be ignored
c. gestures should be given more importance than verbal messages
d. assertive and direct communication is to be expected rather than indirect communication
c. gestures should be given more importance than verbal messages
When low-context communicators interact with high-context communicators, they should be mindful that building a good relationship first is important for long-term effectiveness. Also, nonverbal messages and gestures will probably be more important than what is actually said.
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DESC is a method to _____
A. handle conflicts B. ask for further information C. confirm your understanding of a situation D. switch channels in the middle of the communication
A candidate running for political office has created a website for posting both owned and earned media. Which of the following is an example of owned content?
a. TV interviews with the candidate b. published news stories about the candidate c. Facebook posts about the candidate d. position papers written by the candidate
All of the following are ways to adapt to an audience’s minimal knowledge EXCEPT:
a) define all relevant concepts and terms. b) use visual aids to depict difficult structures and processes. c) use jargon if it fits within organizational norms. d) provide extensive background material on the topic.
Blake was asked to speak at his local Kiwanis club meeting. In this case, his best source of audience information would likely be
A) the Internet. B) a book about the history of Kiwanis. C) the library. D) the person who invited him to speak.