Origin and Nature of MC

Question 1

What is the process of exchanging information, ideas, thoughts, or feelings called?

Answer 1

Communication

Question 2

What is the origin of the term ‘communication’?

Answer 2

Derived from the Latin word ‘communicare,’ meaning to share or make common.

Question 3

What are the various channels of communication?

Answer 3

• Verbal
• Non-verbal
• Written
• Visual

Question 4

What does effective communication involve?

Answer 4

Encoding and decoding messages, considering language, context, and shared understanding.

Question 5

What is mediated communication?

Answer 5

The use of tools like writing, printing, telephones, and digital platforms to facilitate interactions.

Question 6

What are the two forms of mediated communication?

Answer 6

• Synchronous (real-time)
• Asynchronous (delayed)

Question 7

What is verbal communication?

Answer 7

The use of words, spoken or written, to convey messages.

Question 8

What is face-to-face communication?

Answer 8

Direct, in-person interactions including conversations, discussions, and presentations.

Question 9

What is telephonic communication?

Answer 9

Verbal exchange over the phone allowing real-time conversation.

Question 10

What is video conferencing?

Answer 10

A form of verbal communication that combines spoken words with visual cues.

Question 11

What are lectures and speeches?

Answer 11

Verbal communication in a one-to-many format, conveying information to an audience.

Question 12

What role do meetings play in verbal communication?

Answer 12

Participants discuss ideas, make decisions, and share information through spoken words.

Question 13

What is the importance of verbal communication in interviews?

Answer 13

Individuals express themselves, respond to questions, and convey thoughts to potential employers.

Question 14

What is written communication?

Answer 14

The use of words in documents such as emails, letters, and reports.

Question 15

What are interpersonal conversations?

Answer 15

Everyday conversations between individuals including casual chats and social interactions.

Question 16

What is traditional media?

Answer 16

Conventional means of mass communication that existed before digital technology.

Question 17

What are some examples of traditional media?

Answer 17

• Newspapers
• Magazines
• Radio
• Television
• Film

Question 18

What is a characteristic of traditional media?

Answer 18

Follows a one-to-many communication model, delivering content to a broad audience.

Question 19

What role has traditional media played?

Answer 19

Shaping public opinion, disseminating news, and providing entertainment.

Question 20

What are folk forms?

Answer 20

Diverse cultural expressions of a community passed down through generations.

Question 21

What are examples of folk forms?

Answer 21

• Folk music
• Dance
• Storytelling
• Rituals
• Crafts

Question 22

What characterizes folk forms?

Answer 22

Rooted in traditions and customs of a specific community, often participatory.

Question 23

What is the role of folk forms in a community?

Answer 23

Preserving and transmitting cultural heritage, reflecting identity, values, and beliefs.

Question 24

How can traditional media and folk forms intersect?

Answer 24

Traditional media might cover or showcase folk forms, bringing them to a wider audience.

Question 25

What is non-verbal communication?

Answer 25

Conveying messages without the use of words, using various cues and expressions.

Question 26

What are key elements of non-verbal communication?

Answer 26

* Body Language * Facial Expressions * Gestures * Posture * Eye Contact * Paralanguage * Proxemics * Touch * Appearance * Artifacts

Question 27

What does body language include?

Answer 27

Gestures, facial expressions, posture, and movements conveying emotions and intentions.

Question 28

What does facial expression communicate?

Answer 28

Emotions such as happiness, sadness, surprise, or anger.

Question 29

What is proxemics?

Answer 29

The use of personal space to communicate comfort, intimacy, or a desire for distance.

Question 30

What is paralanguage?

Answer 30

Vocal elements such as tone, pitch, speed, and volume adding nuance to communication.

Question 31

What can the choice of clothing and grooming influence?

Answer 31

Perceptions and impressions in non-verbal communication.

Question 32

Why is understanding non-verbal cues important?

Answer 32

They provide context, emotional context, and additional layers of meaning.

Question 33

True or False: Cultural variations can influence the interpretation of non-verbal signals.

Answer 33

True