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Multiple Choice Quiz
Choose the best answer:
1
In a restricted coding principle, the speaker uses a great deal of novelty, complexity, and diversity in interaction.
A)
True
B)
False
2
The speech codes framework conceptualizes the form of culture as a code system that lays out meanings and ideals.
A)
True
B)
False
3
A face threat refers to a state of impending physical danger in interaction.
A)
True
B)
False
4
The standpoint of women in society is often associated with the "private sphere" and the standpoint of men in society is often associated with the "public sphere."
A)
True
B)
False
5
Which of the following statements characterizes collectivistic cultures?
A)
The needs and values of the group are of lower priority than those of individuals
B)
Members will derive meaning primarily from the verbal content of a message
C)
Interdependence and reciprocal obligations are of principle importance
D)
There is an emphasis on the rights and desires of people
6
A desire to be seen as cooperative, accepted, and loved may be categorized as:
A)
Negative face
B)
Autonomy face
C)
Fellowship face
D)
Competence face
7
Speech Codes Theory proposes all of the following except:
A)
Wherever there is a distinctive culture, there is a distinctive speech code
B)
The significance of speaking depends on codes that interlocutors use to make communicative acts meaningful
C)
The terms, rules, and premises of a speech code must be understood and discovered from outside the speech community
D)
All of these statements are proposed by Speech Code Theory
8
Muted Group Theory begins with the basic assumption that women perceive the world differently from men because of women's and men's different:
A)
Functions in reproduction
B)
Experiences and activities rooted in the division of labor
C)
Needs and wants
D)
Beliefs and cognitive structures
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