1610 Test #2 -- STUDY SHEET-

re: TYPES OF QUESTIONS:	Question types will probably include: Terminology- Definitions, Short Answer, & Brief Essay. Be prepared to analyze, compare and explain. Also, do not expect the same exact wording as in the books. Similarly, you should plan to use your own words in your answers. LOOK BELOW FOR THREE ADVANCE QUESTIONS TO BE COMPLETED AT HOME & SUBMITTED ON TEST DAY (+ ONE BONUS QUESTION)
re: PRIMARY CHAPTERS	For the in-class portion of the test, emphasis will be on Chapters 4 [Diversity] , 5 [Listening terms] , 7[NV], 8[Conflict Mgmt], 9,10,11,12[Family & Relational Interaction] --as well as the notes/activities relating to these areas. Also see the grid below of the basic topic areas that have been covered. Also take note of the now-familiar diagrams/figures [circumplex, comm.patterns, relational escalation, systems theory, etc]
re: LENGTH	● The "pen & paper" portion of the test should take approx. 65 - 80 minutes
re: ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES	On Test 1, some people lost points because of writing in general terms-- rather than citing specific terms/concepts from the text & notes. Review the handouts (online & hard copy) that have been used for class activities. They also indicate important concepts/terms from the text. Review a previous study sheet for past sample questions As you review your readings, make use of the chapter preview information as well as the post-chapter summaries & questions to ensure that you have fully understood the material within the chapter.
re: AREAS OF EMPHASIS FOR THIS TEST--	Also, be familiar with terms/ concepts that were covered - including, [BUT NOT LIMITED TO] these items listed in chart below:

(of course, most of these areas overlap, so any given question can touch on several of these items at the same time.)	("grayed out" items were in text, but were mentioned only in passing in class.)

Your Interpersonal Toolbox [& all the competencies within it]	Relationships (types, levels, dimensions [Trst/Int/Pwr] ,principles, stages, roles)	Co-culture
Self Disclosure (models, techniques, risks, effects)	Johari Window & Social Penetration model( re: self disclosure; & re: self concept)	Listening ( all types; key terms)
assertive/aggressive/passive	symmetrical/complementary/parallel	Cohesiveness/Adaptability
Linguistic Determinism (language = World View) NA F11	Types/Sources of Power in Relationships / P - ab 2 I	Conflict Management [including sources styles, myths, tips]
Nonverbal Communication- again (including the various "subchannels")	Affinity Seeking / Immediacy	Systems Theory (in ALL of its many applications to human-communication)
Family (incl. types; as-a-system, models,homeostasis etc.)	Culture (elements, values, contexts, barriers homeostasis)	Other-Orientation & Empathy
Language: High/Low Context	Word meaning is arbitrary	Self-Fulfilling prophecy - again & the pygmalion effect

3 ADVANCE QUESTIONS:

[ to be completed at home & handed in along with your in-class test] [ these will be worth total of 18-21 pts. Distribution tbd]

< Each answer should be -1/2- 1 page long [typed/double-spaced] & should integrate specific material from the relevant chapters &/or notes.>

1. Address items a- & b- below
- a - Using specific references to current or past relationships in your life, explain the difference among these types of relationships: complementary /vs/ symmetrical /vs/ parallel .

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2. Read the scenario below. Address items <a> & <b> below. Be careful not to generalize. Within your answer, incorporate at least 3-4 specific, relevant insights from Chapters 9 & 10 (e.g. attraction, liking, relationship-of-choice/circumstance, affinity-seeking , self-disclosure, etc, etc. Note: These 5 items are listed simply as examples of what I mean by potential "insights". They may or may not apply to this particular scenario.)

<a> Explain WHY the driver of Car #2 felt compelled to say something to me.
<b> Consider the clues in the scenario about such factors as:

> the cultural "elements" of the setting

and

> the level/type of relationship between me & the driver of

Car#2

and

> the various "Dynamics of Human Communication" that you

have learned this semester.

In light of these factors & insights, WHAT would have been an appropriate behavior response on my part? and WHY?

  The Scenario : (these events actually happened)

     Not too long ago, I parked in a (relatively) small parking lot of a "Staples" store in northern New Jersey. While I was walking toward the store, a few feet away from me, another car (= Car #1) started to back out very quickly--but the driver either did not seem to notice or did not care about me or another car (= Car #2) that was already proceeding up the lane toward the exit. When Car #2 blew its horn as a warning, Car #1 nevertheless continued to back out in front of it anyway.
     When Car #2 came abreast of me, the driver leaned out & said to me: "How do you like that guy? I beeped at him & he still didn't want to stop!" ...

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3. Of the many video/movie clips that were shown this semester, select the one that gave you the biggest insight into the dynamics of human interaction. (Belated apologies for clips thay had potentially offensive language/content!) Then, complete a, b & c below.

<a> Explain the specific CONCEPT that the clip was being used to

explain/exemplify.

<b> Explain WHY it gave you such an impact.

<c> Explain (specifically) HOW it could affect your future

interpersonal communication technique (i.e. ...How will it add to

your "Interpersonal Toolbox"?)

**BONUS POINTS:

Extra Credit Question:.

[IF you opt to complete it, This question will be worth 0 - 5 points added to your test score. Just as with the other 3 required adv. ques., it should be completed at home & to be handed in along with your in-class test] [typed/double-spaced]

View this movie clip:

Final Scene from the movie: Big Night = http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oerP7FRMWa8

[ if link doesn't work, simply enter the URL into your browser]

View this 5 minute scene. You are viewing a conflict management scene which includes APOLOGY / RELATIONSHIP RENEGOTIATION / POWER PLAYS / COMPLIANCE GAINING /and / aftermath of CONFLICT - AS - FEVER

Take one of these listed factors and in one paragraaph, disscuss how it was manifested in teh video clip.

Complete p. 277 # 7 3e( via chapter 8 [Confl.Mngmnt]) ) You can tie in factors from other chapters, as well.

[IF you opt to complete it, This question will be worth 0 - 5 points added to your test score. Just as with the other 3 required adv. ques., it should be completed at home & handed in along with your in-class test] [typed/double-spaced]

Analyze the excerpt below via referring to at least 3 relevant LANGUAGE principles from Chapter 6. Be sure to be concrete & analytical as you discuss how the church skillfully used language to communicate both explicit & implicit messages.