COM1113 Final Exam

Primary groups bridge between individual & society. Secondary groups define an individual's place in society. (Lecture)

Which of the following is NOT a reason we join small groups?

Physical traits refer to personality attributes, while psychosocial traits refer to body attributes (Disc.)

The Gutenberg printing press in the 1400s is one of the most important inventions in human history.

Which of the following is NOT a leadership style? (Disc)

Brainstorming involves evaluating ideas as a group once they are added to a master list (Disc.)

Ideawriting differs from both brainstorming and nominal group technique in that... (Disc.)

The mum effect refers to our tendency to avoid, delay, or soften the delivery of bad news. (Lecture)

Which part of a speech is most important to catch the audience's attention? (Lecture/Disc.)

Task-oriented behavior focuses on accomplishing goals. Relations behavior focuses on improving relations. (Lecture)

Change-oriented behavior increases innovation. External-oriented behavior acquires info & defends the team. (Lecture)

Group identity is formed in the assimilation phase. (Disc.)

In a study session for COM1113, Hank takes charge and tells each member what their task is. This is an example of (Disc)

Which part of a speech is most important to leave a lasting impression? (Lecture/Disc.)

Group roles can be formal (roles specifically assigned) or informal (anyone in the group can take them on). (Disc)

Which theory refers to the ability to shape thinking by conveying meaningful info to a large number of people? (Lecture)

A speech delivered on the spot without preparation is known as what kind of speech? (Disc.)

A small group is 3-20 people working cooperatively and deliberatively to accomplish a task. (Disc.)

We use media to fulfill our need for information, personal identity, social integration, and entertainment.

Distinguishing personal characteristics that are enduring over time are known as... (Disc.)

Which of the following leadership powers is associated with celebrities and has to do with attraction to the leader?

A prepared speech that is read exactly how it is written is known as what kind of speech? (Disc.)

The key to leadership is influence. (Lecture)

A carefully prepared speech meant to sound conversational/spontaneous is known as... (hint: this was your speech) (Disc)

A member that intentionally withholds key information in a group is known as what? (Disc.)

A small number of members deciding for an entire group is known as... (Disc.)

The Challenger Disaster and Bay of Pigs Invasion show the consequences of groupthink. (Lecture)

Which of the following is NOT a pitfall to avoid in risk/crisis communication?

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of group cohesion? (Lecture)

A prepared speech that is delivered entirely from memory is known as what kind of speech?

One function of small groups is that they evaluate and advise, such as a president's cabinet or a focus group. (Disc.)

An attempt to influence another person's belief about how the world works is known as framing. (Lecture)

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of risk and crisis communication? (Lecture)

Representation in informative speeches refers to describing physical/psychological attributes. (Disc.)

Which of the following is NOT another function of small groups? (Disc.)

Which communication practice of small groups focus on how they can accomplish a task? (Disc.)

Nominal group technique is great for groups that are shy because ideas are written independently. (Disc)

Which of the following is a characteristic of small groups? (Disc.)

Informative speeches should be subjective. (Disc/Lecture)

Which of the following is NOT a stage of group socialization? (Disc.)

Which leadership power is associated with giving benefits to someone who successfully follows orders?

The Avengers are a good example of synergy, or a collaboration that produces more than the sum of its parts. (Disc.)

Narration in informative speeches refers to describing a series of events in sequence. (Disc.)

Which term refers to the situation where one group member contributes less than everyone else? (Disc.)

An outcome where every group member says they support a decision even though privately they do not is... (Disc.)

Practicing in front of your friends, family, and pets is an INEFFECTIVE way to prepare for a speech.

Risk communication warns about potential dangers. Crisis communication manages an ongoing threat.