Purpo.
  • 1. According to the Communication Accommodation Theory, what determines the appropriateness of accommodation?
A) Group dynamics
B) Environmental factors
C) Individual preferences
D) Cultural norms
  • 2. According to the Communication Accommodation. Theory, what guides evaluations of conversations?
A) Objective criteria
B) Personal preferences
C) Perceptions of speech and behavior
D) Cultural norms
  • 3. How does the Communication Accommodation Theory view the significance of social differences. in communication?
A) They can be minimized or emphasized based on the situation
B) They are always minimized
C) They are always irrelevant
D) They should always be emphasized
  • 4. What is a recommended practice for communicators to ensure effective intercultural communication?
A) Anticipating varying interpretations
B) Neglecting feedback
C) Following up with actions
D) Disregarding follow-up actions
  • 5. According to the theory, what role do norms play in the accommodation process?
A) They are determined by group leaders
B) They guide the accommodation process
C) They hinder communication
D) They are irrelevant
  • 6. What strategy can help communicators establish a connection with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds?
A) Avoiding face-to-face relationships
B) Demonstrating cultural insensitivity
C) Minimizing personal interaction.
D) Establishing rapport or face-to-face relationship
  • 7. Which term refers to the social and psychological aspects of communication?
A) Verbal communication
B) Nonverbal communication
C) Communication accommodation
D) Communication dynamics
  • 8. How can communicators adapt their message encoding process to facilitate intercultural communication?
A) Focus solely on verbal communication
B) Avoid encoding messages altogether
C) Be strict and inflexible in message encoding
D) Be lenient and flexible in message encoding
  • 9. Why is it important for communicators to avoid informal language in intercultural communication?
A) It demonstrates cultural sensitivity
B) It enhances rapport
C) It facilitates understanding
D) It may cause confusion or misunderstanding
  • 10. How should communicators respond to feedback in intercultural communication?
A) Reject feedback outright
B) Minimize the importance of feedback
C) Accept feedback positively
D) Avoid feedback entirely
  • 11. What term describes the adjustments individuals make in their speech and behavior?
A) Accommodation
B) Modification
C) Adaptation
D) Alteration
  • 12. What aspect of conversations does the Communication Accommodation Theory focus on?
A) Only differences
B) None of the above
C) Both similarities and differences
D) Only similarities
  • 13. What is a recommended practice for communicators to ensure effective intercultural communication?
A) Neglecting feedback
B) Anticipating varying interpretations
C) Following up with actions
D) Disregarding follow-up actions
  • 14. Which of the following language styles should communicators avoid in intercultural communication?
A) Informal/slang and idioms
B) Use of gestures
C) Regional language vernaculars
D) Formal language only
  • 15. How should communicators encode their messages in intercultural communication?
A) Avoid encoding altogether
B) Be strict and rigid in encoding
C) Use regional language vernaculars
D) Be lenient and flexible in encoding
  • 16. Why is careful encoding of feedback essential in intercultural communication?
A) To ensure the receiver understands the message
B) To maintain language barriers
C) To avoid feedback altogether
D) To dismiss cultural differences
  • 17. Why should communicators carefully encode feedback in intercultural communication?
A) To ensure the receiver misinterprets the message
B) To avoid feedback altogether
C) To maintain language barriers
D) To ensure the receiver understands the message
  • 18. What skills should communicators enhance to improve intercultural communication?
A) Writing and speaking skills only
B) Listening and observation skills
C) Avoiding interaction skills
D) Cultural insensitivity
  • 19. What skills should communicators enhance to improve intercultural communication?
A) Writing and speaking skills only
B) Listening and observation skills
C) Cultural insensitivity
D) Avoiding interaction skills
  • 20. What communication tools can enhance understanding in intercultural communication?
A) Using informal/slang language
B) Employing complex idiom
C) Relying solely on verbal communication
D) Using words, pictures, and gestures
  • 21. Which of the following is NOT an aspect that Individuals adjust according to the Communication Accommodation Theory?
A) Their gestures
B) Their facial expressions
C) Their vocal patterns
D) Their thoughts
  • 22. How should communicators respond to feedback in intercultural communication?
A) Reject feedback outright
B) Minimize the importance of feedback
C) Avoid feedback entirely
D) Accept feedback positively
  • 23. In intercultural communication, why is being culturally sensitive important?
A) To demonstrate cultural superiority
B) To bridge cultural gaps
C) To impose one's cultural norms
D) To establish rapport
  • 24. What is the main focus of the Communication Accommodation Theory?
A) How people adapt their speech and behavior in interactions
B) How people express their emotions.
C) How people dress in social situations
D) How people choose their friends
  • 25. How many assumptions does the Communication Accommodation Theory have?
A) Five
B) Three
C) Four
D) Two
  • 26. What is one important consideration for communicators to overcome challenges in intercultural communication?
A) Use informal language extensively
B) Anticipate varying Interpretations of the message
C) Avoid using varied communication channels
D) Disregard the receiver's cultural background
  • 27. What does the process of attribution primarily involve?
A) Analyzing cultural differences
B) Understanding another person's behavior
C) Explaining one's own behavior
D) Demonstrating cultural sensitivity
  • 28. What communication tools can communicators utilize to enhance intercultural understanding?
A) Written communication exclusively
B) Verbal communication only
C) Slang and idioms
D) Words, pictures, and gesture
  • 29. What should communicators consider regarding the interpretation of their message by the receiver in intercultural communication?
A) Expect uniform understanding
B) Assume the receiver's perspective
C) Anticipate varying interpretations
D) Avoid anticipating varying interpretations
  • 30. According to the Communication Accommodation Theory, what determines the appropriateness of accommodation?
A) Group dynamics
B) Environmental factors
C) Individual preferences
D) Cultural norms
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