Communication Studies 101 Quiz

COMMUNICATION STUDIES 101
QUIZ
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NAME: EXCELLENT (GROUP LEADER) NAME: KHATHIDE (CHAIRPERSON)
SURNAME: NKUNA SURNAME: MANGO
STUDENT NUMBER: 230121071 STUDENT NUMBER: 222422602
NAME: UNATHI NAME: KATLEKGO
SURNAME: MTESHANE SURNAME: DIBAKOANE
STUDENT NUMBER: 23O871518 STUDENT NUMBER: 230070140
LECTURE’s DETAILS= NAME: DR THSEPANG MOLALE
Question 1
1.encoding
.transmission
.reception
.interpretation
.feedback
.context
a. oral communication: this was the earliest form of communication, and it involved the use
of spoken words, tone and gestures. it was the primary mode of communication for early
humans and it allowed for the transmissions of information, stories and culture.
b. write communication: the development of written language allowed for the creation of
permanent records of information and ideas. This led to the rise of civilisation and the spread
of knowledge, as written texts could be shared and studied by many people.
c. press: The invention of the printing press in the 15th century revolutionised communication
by allowing the mass production of books and other printed materials. This led to the spread
of literacy and the democratization of knowledge.
d. telegram: the phone was invented in the 19th century, and it allowed for voice
communication over long distances. It transformed personal communication and made it
possible for people to talk to each other from almost everywhere in the world.
e. radio and television: They were invented in the 20th century, and they allowed for the
transmission of sound and images over long distances. These technologies revolutionised
entertainment, news and advertising and they play a major role in shaping a popular culture.
f. telephone: It was invented in the late 19th century, and it allowed for voice communication
over long distances. It transformed personal communication and made it possible for people
to talk to each other from almost everywhere in the world.
g. Internet: It was invented in the 20th century, and it has revolutionised communication in
countless ways. It allows instance communication and the sharing of information and ideas
on a global scale.it has transformed business, education, politics and social interactions.
Question 2
2. Michael Tomasello is a developmental phycologist and his views on why humans

communicate are based on his extensive research on human social development. According
to Tomasello, humans communicate primarily to share intentions and to engage joined
attention with others.
Tomasello argues that human infants are born with set of innate social-cognitive skills that
enable them to engage in co-operative communication with others. These skills include the
ability to understand and share other’s intentions, to follow joined attention, and to imitate
other actions and gestures.
Through socialization and language learning, these innate skills become more refined, and
humans develop a rich and complex system of communication that allows them to cooperate
and collaborate with others. This communication system is based on shared symbols and
meanings, and it enables humans to coordinate their actions, share knowledge and
expertise, and build social relationships.
Overall, Tomasello’s view is that humans communicate primarily to share intentions and to
engage in joint attention with others, and that this communication is essential for human
social development and cooperation.
Question 3
3. Two students are arguing after school about an assignment they were supposed to do.
Student 1: “I’m tired of always doing everything while on the other hand you slack off we
should be doing this assignment together.”
Student 2:” That’s not true and you know that I’m the one who provided you with a pen and a
book and I wrote question one and two the thing is that you want to do less work and you
like bossing me around
In this conflict, cultural background and communication way could be influencing this
conflict .The first student may come from a background where bossing others around is the
way of doing things successfully while at student two comes from a background where
equalism applies that’s is why student 2 will want to make student one to do more work and
complain when seeing student one relaxing this will most lead to misunderstanding
Question 4
Wilbur Schramm’s model
It is based on three fundamental components: a source , a destination and a message. The

process starts with an idea in mind of source is then encoded into a message using signs
and sent to the destination.
Lasswell’s Linear model
This model analyses communication in terms of five basic questions,” Who? , says what ? ,
in what channel? , to whom ? and with what effect? . These questions refer to the most
salient components of the process of communication.
Question 5
5. a: From a structuralist perspective, communication is a process that involves the
exchange of signs or symbols between a sender and a receiver. These signs or symbols are
structured according to a code that governs their use and meanings. The communication
process creates a message that is composed of signifiers and signified, which are
interconnected through the code . The structuralist perspective emphasizes that
communication is not simply the transmission of information, but rather a complex process of
constructing meaning using signs and symbols that are structured by the code.
b: From a constructive perspective, communication can be defined as a process of
exchanging information, ideas, and thoughts between individuals or groups with the intention
of creating a shared understanding. In a constructive communication process, individuals
seek to actively listen to and understand each other’s perspectives, and to engage in
respectful and honest dialogue that can lead to problem-solving and the development of
mutually beneficial solutions. Constructive communication involves several key elements,
including clarity, openness, empathy, and a willingness to compromise.
REPORT OF EACH MEMBER’S CONTRIBUTION

NAMES: EXCELLENT (COVER PAGE AND QUESTION 5)
KHATHIDE (QUESTION 1&2)
UNATHI (QUESTION 4)
KATLEGO (QUESTION3)
We had a challenge with question 3 when we were supposed to create a scenario and then
explaining the tone of the two characters using components of communication
We learned about the technological development and when they were invented

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COMMUNICATION STUDIES 101

SURNAME: NKUNA SURNAME: MANGO

STUDENT NUMBER: 230121071 STUDENT NUMBER: 222422602

NAME: UNATHI NAME: KATLEKGO

SURNAME: MTESHANE SURNAME: DIBAKOANE

STUDENT NUMBER: 23O871518 STUDENT NUMBER: 230070140

LECTURE’s DETAILS= NAME: DR THSEPANG MOLALE

2. Michael Tomasello is a developmental phycologist and his views on why humans

Wilbur Schramm’s model

It is based on three fundamental components: a source , a destination and a message. The

Lasswell’s Linear model

REPORT OF EACH MEMBER’S CONTRIBUTION

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