Symbolic Interactionism
What is the main focus of symbolic interactionism?
a) The influence of social structures on individual behavior.
b) The importance of cultural norms and values.
c) The meanings individuals attach to objects and interactions.
d) The impact of economic factors on social relationships.
The meanings individuals attach to objects and interactions.
What is Communication Privacy Management Theory? a) A theory that focuses on the management of public speaking anxiety.
b) A theory that examines how individuals manage the boundaries of privacy in their interpersonal relationships.
c) A theory that explores how mass media influences public opinion.
d) A theory that explains the process of encoding and decoding messages in communication.
A theory that examines how individuals manage the boundaries of privacy in their interpersonal relationships.
What is the main focus of Social Information Processing (SIP) theory?
a) The role of social media in interpersonal communication
b) The impact of technology on communication patterns
c) How individuals form impressions and develop relationships online
d) The influence of cultural norms on online behavior
How individuals form impressions and develop relationships online
According to Expectancy Violations Theory (EVT), what happens when a person's behavior deviates from our expectations?
a) We become confused and disoriented.
b) We feel more comfortable and at ease.
c) We experience arousal and heightened attention.
d) We ignore the behavior and continue as usual.
We experience arousal and heightened attention.
Media Multiplexity Theory suggests that our choice of communication medium is influenced by:
a) Personal preferences
b) Social networks
c) Technological advancements
d) Cultural norms
Social networks
According to symbolic interactionism, how do individuals develop a sense of self?
a) Through genetic predisposition.
b) Through imitation of others.
c) Through socialization and interaction.
d) Through biological determinism.
Through socialization and interaction.
According to Communication Privacy Management Theory, what is a privacy boundary?
a) A physical barrier that limits access to personal information.
b) A set of rules and expectations regarding the sharing of private information.
c) A communication channel that ensures secure transmission of messages.
d) A psychological state of being secretive and withdrawn.
A set of rules and expectations regarding the sharing of private information.
According to SIP theory, which of the following is true about online communication compared to face-to-face communication?
a) Online communication is less reliable and accurate.
b) Online communication is faster and more efficient.
c) Online communication lacks emotional depth and intimacy.
d) Online communication is more prone to misinterpretation and deception.
Online communication is more prone to misinterpretation and deception.
When a violation is perceived as positive, it is referred to as:
a) A reward
b) A punishment
c) An intrusion
d) A buffer zone
A reward
According to Media Multiplexity Theory, stronger ties are more likely to use:
a) Traditional media
b) Social media
c) Face-to-face communication
d) Written communication
Social Media
Which concept is central to symbolic interactionism?
a) Social class.
b) Conflict theory.
c) Role theory.
d) Symbolic meaning.
Symbolic meaning.
How does Communication Privacy Management Theory explain the disclosure of private information?
a) Individuals disclose private information based on their level of extroversion. b) Individuals disclose private information to gain social approval.
c) Individuals weigh the risks and rewards of disclosure based on their privacy rules.
d) Individuals disclose private information randomly and without any specific reason.
Individuals weigh the risks and rewards of disclosure based on their privacy rules.
SIP theory suggests that individuals engage in a process of _____________ to compensate for the lack of nonverbal cues in online communication.
a) Hyperpersonalization
b) Impression management
c) Self-disclosure
d) Feedback seeking
Hyperpersonalization
According to EVT, what happens to the rate of social penetration as the relationship deepens?
a) It remains constant.
b) It increases rapidly.
c) It slows down.
d) It becomes unpredictable.
It slows down.
The Strength of Weak Ties theory emphasizes that weak ties provide access to:
a) Limited information
b) Diverse information
c) Inaccurate information
d) Confidential information
Diverse information
According to symbolic interactionism, how do individuals interpret and respond to symbols?
a) Universally, based on shared meanings.
b) Individually, based on personal experiences and interpretations.
c) By following established cultural norms.
d) By considering the intentions of the symbol's creator.
Individually, based on personal experiences and interpretations.
Which of the following concepts is central to Communication Privacy Management Theory?
a) Social exchange theory.
b) Uncertainty reduction theory.
c) Relational dialectics theory.
d) Boundary turbulence.
Boundary turbulence.
Which of the following factors does SIP theory emphasize as crucial for developing online relationships?
a) Physical attractiveness
b) Proximity
c) Similarity
d) Social status
Similarity
In EVT, what is the concept of the minimax principle?
a) People seek to maximize benefits and minimize costs.
b) People strive for perfect communication accuracy.
c) People avoid uncertainty and ambiguity.
d) People establish boundaries for privacy management.
People seek to maximize benefits and minimize costs.
According to Media Multiplexity Theory, latent ties refer to:
a) Strong connections in a network
b) Weak connections in a network
c) Potential connections that may be lost
d) Connections that are unaffected by media loss
Potential connections that may be lost
How does symbolic interactionism view society?
a) As a fixed and unchanging structure.
b) As a result of economic factors.
c) As a dynamic product of individual interactions.
d) As determined by political systems.
As a dynamic product of individual interactions.
According to Communication Privacy Management Theory, what happens when privacy boundaries are not managed effectively?
a) Increased trust and intimacy in relationships.
b) Enhanced communication and understanding.
c) Conflict and misunderstandings in relationships.
d) Improved self-esteem and self-disclosure.
Conflict and misunderstandings in relationships.
According to SIP theory, what is the main determinant of relationship development in online communication? a) The amount of time spent communicating online
b) The frequency of offline interactions
c) The quality of self-disclosure
d) The number of mutual friends
The quality of self-disclosure
According to EVT, which factor affects an individual's reaction to a violation?
a) The context in which the violation occurs
b) The relationship between the violator and the individual
c) The culture in which the individuals are situated
d) All of the above
All of the above
The shift from one mode of communication to another, as suggested by Media Multiplexity Theory, can potentially lead to:
a) Relational satisfaction
b) Enhanced communication skills
c) Relational dissatisfaction
d) Increased social capital
Relational dissatisfaction