Public Speaking Quiz - Communications Basics

What is the process of using symbols to exchange meaning called?

• Interpretation

• Communication

• Noise

• Channel

What term is used for using language to communicate a message, where verbal can refer to written or spoken language?

• Sender

• Receiver

• Channel

• Noise

What term describes the creation of meaning or significance for something?

• Noise

• Channel

• Message

• Meaning

The definition of which word includes the external distractions, as well as the interactions and relationship between two people?

• conversation
• communication
• noise

• relationship

What are examples of a 'channel' in a communication exchange?

• Telephone call
• a receiver's thoughts at the time of listening

• a YouTube video

• the emotional state of the receiver at the time of the message

What is the term for using symbols other than language to communicate a message-also the person usually listening in a meaningful exchange?

• Sender

• Receiver

• Message

• Interpretation

What term refers to the creation of meaning or significance for something?

• Interpretation

• Communication

• Channel

• Noise

What is the thing one intends to convey, especially by language, called?

• Message

• Channel

• Meaning

• Noise

Which term refers to an academic field of study that examines who says what, to whom, how, and with what result?

• Sender

• Receiver

• Communication studies

• Message

In communications, what is the definition of 'channel'? Choose the TWO best answers.

• A channel is a type of communication device.
• A channel refers to the internal aspects of a person, including things like their thoughts and emotions.

• A channel is the medium used to transmit information in communications.
• A channel is the content being transmitted.