Communication

Question 1

When there is an animated discussion between a teacher and his or her students in the classroom, it can be classified as:

A
Horizontal communication
B
Mechanical communication
C
Linear communication
D
Categorical communication
       Communication       Types-of-Communicatiion       UGC-NET Dec 2019 Part-1
Question 2

Which of the following modes of communication can be employed in a classroom for effective teaching?

    (a) Top-down
    (b) Iconic
    (c) Associational
    (d) Dissociational
    (e) Symbolic
    (f) Abstract

Choose the most appropriate option from the following:

A
(a), (b) and (f)
B
(c), (e) and (f)
C
(b), (c) and (e)
D
(a), (c) and (d)
       Communication       Modes-of-Communication       UGC-NET Dec 2019 Part-1
Question 3

A verbal communication technique used in teaching is

A
Slow expression of words
B
Varying the speed of voice and tone
C
Presentation without pause
D
Resorting to a semantic jugglery
       Communication       Types-of-Communication       UGC-NET Dec 2019 Part-1
Question 4

Given below are two Statements – One is labeled as Assertion (A) and other is labeled as Reason (R):

    Assertion (A): Use of slang in formal teaching makes communication lively and interesting.
    Reasons (R): Academic decency demands the avoidance of slang in the classroom environment.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct option:

A
Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
B
Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) Is not the correct explanation of (A)
C
(A) is true, but (R) is false
D
(A) is false, but (R) is true
       Communication       Classroom-Communication       UGC-NET Dec 2019 Part-1
Question 5
According to the behavioural model, the communication approach is considered as:
A
Contrived
B
Natural
C
Reward-punishment based
D
Innate
       Communication       Classroom-Communication       NTA UGC NET DEC-2022 Paper-1       Video-Explanation
Question 6
Which of the following are the characteristics of moderate approach to inter-cultural communication?
A. Inter-cultural communication is unidisciplinary
B. A communicator is a change agent.
C. A continuum is the representative of social change.
D. Change is a response to both inside and outside stimuli.
E. Culture and communication have limited linkages.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A
A, B, C only
B
B, C, D only
C
C, D, E only
D
A, B, E only
       Communication       Types-of-Communicatiion       NTA UGC NET DEC-2022 Paper-1       Video-Explanation
Question 7
Given below are tow statements:
Statement I: In mass communication, the news content includes social values also.
Statement II: News also contain ideology that changes according to times
In the light of the above statement, choose the most appropriate answer from the option given below:
A
Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
B
Both Statement I and Statement II are Incorrect
C
Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
D
Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
       Communication       Mass-Communication       NTA UGC NET DEC-2022 Paper-1       Video-Explanation
Question 8
Given below are two statements:
Statement I: Bharatha Muni prescribed popular dialects for communication among the elites.
Statement II: Bharatha Muni also prescribed classical languages for common people for effective communication.
In the light of the above statement, choose the most appropriate answer from the option given below:
A
Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
B
Both Statement I and Statement II are Incorrect
C
Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
D
Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
       Communication       Communication-Effectiveness       NTA UGC NET DEC-2022 Paper-1       Video-Explanation
Question 9
Which of the following are useful in positive components of classroom communication?
A) Restrictive actions
B) Empathy
C) Punctuality
D) Follow-up
E) Scattered reflections
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
A
(A), (B), (C) only
B
(B), (C), (D) only
C
(C), (D), (E) only
D
(A), (D), (E) only
       Communication       Classroom-Communication       UGC NET November 2020 Paper-1
Question 10
Which of the following explain the concept of values?
A) Values are beliefs tied inextricably to human emotion and behaviour
B) Values refer to desirable goals people strive to attain
C) Values are conflict-free
D) Values are ordered by importance relative to one another
E) Values are utilized primarily to effect change in knowledge of a person
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A
(A), (B), (C) only
B
(A), (B), (D) only
C
(B), (C), (D) only
D
(C), (D), (E) only
       Communication       Nature-of-Communication       UGC NET November 2020 Paper-1
Question 11
Match List I with List II:
List I List II
(Medium) (Example for description)
A)Newspaper (I) Networking
B)Radio and television (II) Audio, Video and graphics
C)Social Media (III) Broadsheet
D)Multimedia (IV) Broadcasting
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A
(A)-(III), (B)-(IV), (C)-(I), (D)-(II)
B
(A)-(IV), (B)-(I), (C)-(II), (D)-(III)
C
(A)-(I), (B)-(II), (C)-(III), (D)-(IV)
D
(A)-(II), (B)-(III), (C)-(IV), (D)-(I)
       Communication       Media-Related       UGC NET November 2020 Paper-1
Question 11 Explanation: 
Newspaper → Broadsheet
Radio and television → Broadcasting
Social Media → Networking
Multimedia → Audio, Video and graphics
Note: This is easy when you start from D to A.
Question 12
Which of the following is considered as an effective form of verbal communication?
A
Story-telling
B
Sloganeering
C
Use of high pitch of voice
D
Monologues
       Communication       Verbal-Communication       UGC NET November 2020 Paper-1
Question 12 Explanation: 
As per official answer given as Option-D is correct but according to concept option-A is also correct.
The most effective way to engage your audience is with storytelling: human beings are wired for them. Our brains often don't distinguish between fiction and reality, therefore we immerse ourselves in stories as if we were a part of them. Stories make us experience information, as opposed to just consuming it.
Question 13
Identifying the sequence of stages of message processing
A) Action
B) Internalisation
C) Selection
D) Understanding
E) Perception
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A
(A), (B), (D), (E), (C)
B
(B), (C), (A), (D), (E)
C
(D), (E), (B), (A), (C)
D
(E), (D), (C), (B), (A)
       Communication       Sequence-of-Communication       UGC NET November 2020 Paper-1
Question 13 Explanation: 
Perception → Understanding → Selection → Internalisation → Action
Question 14
In communication chatting in internet is:
A
Verbal communication
B
Non verbal communication
C
Parallel communication
D
Grapevine communication
       Communication       Types-of-Communicatiion       2009 June UGC NET Paper 1
Question 15
When verbal and non-verbal messages are contradictory, it is said that most people believe in
A
Indeterminate messages
B
Verbal messages
C
Non-verbal messages
D
Aggressive messages
       Communication       Nature-of-Communication       2017 January NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 16
The typical feature of an information-rich classroom lecture is in the nature of being
A
Sedentary
B
Staggered
C
Factual
D
Sectoral
       Communication       Classroom-Communication       2017 January NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 17
Expressive communication is driven by
A
Passive aggression
B
Encoder's personality characteristics
C
External clues
D
Encoder-decoder contract
       Communication       Nature-of-Communication       2017 January NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 18
Positive classroom communication leads to
A
Coercion
B
Confrontation
C
Submission
D
Persuasion
       Communication       Classroom-Communication       2017 January NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 19
Classroom communication is the basis of
A
Social identity
B
External inanities
C
Biased passivity
D
Group aggression
       Communication       Classroom-Communication       2017 January NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 20
Effective communication pre-supposes
A
Non-alignment
B
Domination
C
Passivity
D
Understanding
       Communication       Nature-of-Communication       2017 January NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 21
Using the central point of the classroom communication as the beginning of a dynamic pattern of ideas is referred to as:
A
Systemisation
B
Problem - orientation
C
Idea protocol
D
Mind mapping
       Communication       Classroom-Communication       2015 December NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 22
Most often, the teacher - student communication is:
A
Spurious
B
Critical
C
Utilitarian
D
Confrontational
       Communication       Classroom-Communication       2015 December NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 23
The choice of communication partners is influenced by factors of
A
Proximity, utility, loneliness
B
Utility, secrecy, dissonance
C
Secrecy, dissonance, deception
D
Dissimilarity, dissonance, deviance
       Communication       Communication-Barriers       2016 July NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 24
As a teacher, select the best option to ensure your effective presence in the classroom.
A
Use of peer command
B
Making aggressive statements
C
Adoption of well-established posture
D
Being authoritarian
       Communication       Classroom-Communication       2016 July NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 25
Every communicator has to experience
A
Manipulated emotion
B
Anticipatory excitement
C
The issue of homophiles
D
Status dislocation
       Communication       Nature-of-Communication       2016 July NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 26
Imagine you are working in an educational institution where people are of equal status. Which method of communication is best suited and normally employed in such a context?
A
Horizontal communication
B
Vertical communication
C
Corporate communication
D
Cross communication
       Communication       Types-of-Communicatiion       2016 July NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 27
Identify the important element a teacher has to take cognizance of while addressing students in a classroom.
A
Avoidance of proximity
B
Voice modulation
C
Repetitive pause
D
Fixed posture
       Communication       Classroom-Communication       2016 July NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 28
What are the barriers to effective communication?
A
Moralising, being judgemental and comments of consolation.
B
Dialogue, summary and self-review.
C
Use of simple words, cool reaction and defensive attitude.
D
Personal statement, eye contact and simple narration.
       Communication       Communication-Barriers       2016 July NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 29
Which of the following is not a principle of effective communication?
A
Strategic use of grapevine
B
Persuasive and convincing dialogue
C
Participation of the audience
D
One-way transfer of information
       Communication       Nature-of-Communication       2015 June NTA UGC Paper 1
Question 30
In communication, the language is:
A
The non-verbal code
B
The verbal code
C
Intrapersonal
D
The symbolic code
       Communication       Nature-of-Communication       2015 June NTA UGC Paper 1
Question 31
Which of the following are the characteristic features of communication?
(a) Communication involves exchange of ideas, facts and opinions.
(b) Communication involves both information and understanding.
(c) Communication is a continuous process.
(d) Communication is a circular process.
A
(a), (b), (c) and (d)
B
(a), (b) and (c)
C
(a), (b) and (d)
D
(b), (c) and (d)
       Communication       Nature-of-Communication       2015 June NTA UGC Paper 1
Question 31 Explanation: 
Given all statements are characteristic features of communication.
Question 32
Effectiveness of communication can be traced from which of the following?
(a) Attitude surveys
(b) Performance records
(c) Students attendance
(d) Selection of communication channel
A
(a), (b) and (d)
B
(a), (b), (c) and (d)
C
(a), (b) and (c)
D
(b), (c) and (d)
       Communication       Classroom-Communication       2015 June NTA UGC Paper 1
Question 33
The term 'grapevine' is also known as:
A
Horizontal communication
B
Downward communication
C
Informal communication
D
Upward communication
       Communication       Types-of-Communicatiion       2015 June NTA UGC Paper 1
Question 34
Assertion (A): Formal communication tends to be fast and flexible.
Reason (R): Formal communication is a systematic and orderly flow of information.
A
(A) is false but, (R) is correct
B
Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is correct explanation of (A)
C
Both (A) and (R) are correct, but (R) is not correct explanation of (A)
D
(A) is correct but, (R) is false
       Communication       Communication-Assertion-Reason       2015 June NTA UGC Paper 1
Question 35
Internal and external factors that affect message reception by the students in the classroom are referred to as
A
Feedback
B
Fragmentation
C
Channelization
D
Noise
       Communication       Classroom-Communication       2016 August NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 36
A teacher in a classroom has immediate control over
A
The self, selected methods of communication and the message.
B
The audience, the noise and the reception.
C
The feedback, the technology and the audience experience.
D
The communication channel, other communicators, and external factors.
       Communication       Classroom-Communication       2016 August NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 37
What do communicated words carry in a classroom situation?
A
Inspiration, controversy and introspection
B
Diversion, criticism and irrationality
C
Insipidity, irrationality, and non-acceptance
D
Power, structure and tradition
       Communication       Nature-of-Communication       2016 August NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 38
As a good classroom communicator, you are supposed to know your
A
Audience emotions
B
Silent cues
C
Artful pauses
D
Counter arguments
       Communication       Nature-of-Communication       2016 August NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 39
Figure out the components of non-verbal communication in a classroom from the following:
A
Facial expression, cultural space and seating arrangement
B
Speed of utterance, feel good factor and acoustics
C
High sound, physical ambience and teacher-learner distance
D
Facial expression, kinesics and personal space
       Communication       Types-of-Communicatiion       2016 August NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 40
Which of the following are the basic factors of effective listening?
A
Opinionation, stare and glare and interruptions
B
Aggressive questioning, continuous cues and frequent movement
C
Me-too-ism, glancing sideways, and offering advice
D
Acknowledgement of thoughts, reflection, and asking open-ended questions
       Communication       Effective-Listening       2016 August NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 41
Break-down in verbal communication is described as
A
Short Circuit
B
Contradiction
C
Unevenness
D
Entropy
       Communication       Verbal-Communication       2014 June UGC NET Paper 1
Question 42
The Telephone Model of Communication was first developed in the area of
A
Technological theory
B
Dispersion theory
C
Minimal effects theory
D
Information theory
       Communication       Telephone-Model-of-Commmunication       2014 June UGC NET Paper 1
Question 43
The Dada Saheb Phalke Award for 2013 has been conferred on
A
Karan Johar
B
Amir Khan
C
Asha Bhonsle
D
Gulzar
       Communication       Dada-Saheb-Phalke-Award       2014 June UGC NET Paper 1
Question 44
Photographs are not easy to
A
Publish
B
Secure
C
Decode
D
Change
       Communication       ICT-Encoding-Decoding       2014 June UGC NET Paper 1
Question 45
The grains that appear on a television set when operated are also referred to as
A
Sparks
B
Green Dots
C
Snow
D
Rain Drops
       Communication       Television-Set       2014 June UGC NET Paper 1
Question 46
In circular communication, the encoder becomes a decoder when there is
A
Noise
B
Audience
C
Criticality
D
Feedback
       Communication       Circular-Communication       2014 June UGC NET Paper 1
Question 47
Classroom communication is normally considered as
A
effective
B
cognitive
C
affective
D
selective
       Communication       Classroom-Communication       2014 June UGC NET Paper 1
Question 48
Telephone is an example of
A
linear communication
B
non-linear communication
C
circular
D
mechanised
       Communication       Types-of-Communicatiion       2013 September UGC NET Paper 1
Question 49
Means of grapevine communication are
A
formal
B
informal
C
critical
D
corporate
       Communication       Grapevine-Communication       2013 September UGC NET Paper 1
Question 50
Communication issues at the international level are addressed by
A
ILO
B
ITU
C
UNDP
D
UNESCO
       Communication       UNESCO       2013 September UGC NET Paper 1
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