Chapter 5 Terms

Question 1

Backchanneling cues

Answer 1

Cues to let the speaker know you’re listening

Question 2

Discriminate

Answer 2

To mark or perceive the distinguishing or peculiar features of; to distinguish by discerning or exposing differences

Question 3

Evaluate

Answer 3

To determine or fix the value of; to determine the significance, worth, or condition of, usually by careful appraisal and study

Question 4

Hear

Answer 4

The physical sensation of sound waves bouncing off an eardrum

Question 5

Interpret

Answer 5

To explain or tell the meaning of; to conceive in the light of individual belief, judgment, or circumstance

Question 6

Listen

Answer 6

To pay attention to sound; to hear something with thoughtful attention: give consideration

Question 7

Receive

Answer 7

The first stage of hearing is when you receive or listen to the message

Question 8

Remember

Answer 8

To bring to mind or think of again; to keep in mind for attention or consideration

Question 9

Respond

Answer 9

To say something in return: make an answer; to react in response

Question 10

Subjective listening

Answer 10

Listening that is peculiar to a certain individual; the listening skills are modified or affected by personal views, experience, or background; i.e. a subjective account of the incident

Question 11

Understand

Answer 11

To grasp the meaning of; to accept as a fact or truth or regard as plausible without utter certainty