MA Communication Studies

Question 1

What does the 'Shannon-Weaver model' of communication describe?

Accepted Answer

A linear model showing message transmission from sender to receiver through a channel

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The psychological effects of mass media on audiences

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The negotiation of meaning between speakers in conversation

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The cultural determinants of communication style

Question 2

Which term describes nonverbal communication through touch?

Accepted Answer

Haptics

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Proxemics

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Kinesics

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Paralanguage

Question 3

Edward Hall's concept of 'proxemics' refers to:

Accepted Answer

How people use and perceive physical space in communication

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The study of eye contact in conversation

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The timing and pace of speech

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The use of gestures to supplement verbal messages

Question 4

What is the 'agenda-setting' function of mass media?

Accepted Answer

Media's power to determine which issues the public considers important

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Media's ability to change audiences' political opinions

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Media's role in scheduling news broadcasts

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Media's capacity to enforce government communication policies

Question 5

What does 'active listening' primarily involve?

Accepted Answer

Fully concentrating, understanding, responding, and remembering what is said

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Speaking more than the other person to guide the conversation

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Taking detailed notes during a conversation

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Asking as many questions as possible to show interest

Question 6

The concept of 'framing' in communication theory refers to:

Accepted Answer

How information is presented to influence how audiences interpret it

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The physical structure of a television broadcast

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The legal boundaries of protected speech

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The visual composition techniques used in journalism