Semantic Barriers To Communication Quiz 9 (10 MCQs)

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1. Words have a denotation (dictionary definition) AND connotation (emotional meaning).
2. There are certain words that are only appropriate at certain times and places.
3. A real company does not send out messages with such errors.
4. A news story might present only one side of a story and omit facts or other details that support a different viewpoint.
5. Filipinos would usually think it is hard to comprehend or to speak in English, this hinders success of communicative processes.
6. All words have a connotation and a denotation. If you look up the word 'snake' in the dictionary, it would define a reptile. If you called someone 'snake', it would be an example of a
7. Which of the following is NOT a semantic noise?
8. Insulting remarks cause which kind of noise?
9. Denotations and Connotations are ..... barriers in communication process.
10. A manager assumes employees know the procedure, so he doesn't explain it. What type of barrier is this?