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1. Identify four fundamental features of language.
2. What are two rules that govern our language usage?
3. Identify two types of meaning that language can convey.
4. How do symbols work in verbal communication?
5. Identify the four elements of cooperative language.
6. Give an example of “I” and an example of “We” language.
7. What are two strategies that can be used to be mindful of cultural differences in the use of
verbal communication?
8. What is the danger of discussing gender’s impact upon language?
9. What are three types of prejudiced language as illustrated in your text?
10. How is verbal aggression different from prejudiced language?
11. Provide two strategies you can use to manage a verbally aggressive individual.
12. Identify four types of deception.
13. What is defamation and what are two types?
14. What is a primary challenge when trying to communicate cooperatively while online?
15. Explain the four fundamental features of language.
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16. Define and provide an example of denotative and connotative meaning.
17. How can you use verbal communication more cooperatively?
18. Explain strategies that can be used to minimize cultural differences in verbal
communication.
19. Explain culture’s impact on verbal communication by discussing the differences between
low-context and high-context cultures.
20. How can one effectively manage prejudiced language?
21. What are strategies that can be used to manage verbal aggression online?
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