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Midterm Study Guide

• Chapters included: 1, 2, 4, 5, 11, 12, 13.

• Total points possible is 75.
• 9 points extra credit.
• Four questions from each chapter.
• Three points per questions.
• Multiple choices, true or false, short answer questions.
• Open book – textbook and notes are allowed.

Chapter 1
1. The forms of human communication and their definitions. P2-4
2. The elements of human communication and their definitions. P6-9
3. The definitions and examples of five dimensions of cultural differences. P19-20

Chapter 2
1. The definition of self-concept. P26
2. The definitions of four selves. P27-28
3. The rewards and dangers of self-disclosure. P33-35

Chapter 4
1. The definitions of denotation and connotation. P72
2. The definitions of snarl words and purr words. P72
3. The cultural and gender influences on verbal messages. P76-77
4. The four forms of disconfirmation and their definitions. P78-82

Chapter 5
1. The functions of nonverbal communication. P93-96
2. The eight channels of nonverbal communication and their definitions. P96-108

Chapter 11
1. The ten essential steps for preparing an effective public speech. P215
2. The two general purposes of public speeches. P216-217
3. The sociological and psychological characteristics of your audience. P218-220
4. The patterns to organize the body of a speech. P231-235

Chapter 12
1. The five qualities to achieve when choosing words for public speeches. P240-243
2. The functions of introduction and conclusion. P243-246
3. The difference between a preparation outline and a delivery outline. P247-250
4. The three methods of presentation and their definitions. P252-253

Chapter 13
1. The five guidelines for informative speaking. P268-269
2. The six guidelines for using presentation aids. P276-277
3. The three types of informative speech, their definitions and examples. P280-284