Assignment
I. What do you understand by semantics as a major component of language, and explain denotative and connotative meanings with at least one example.
II. Explain in detail the Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis of Linguistic Relativity that discusses the relationship among thought, culture and language.
III. Explain the following three forms of non-verbal communication:
kinesics (body language), proxemics (personal space), chronemics (time) with at least one example each.
IV. Explain the cultural differences in styles of persuasion with at least one example.
V. What do you understand by the maintenance of face in interpersonal relationships? Explain.
VI. In your textbook, the authors suggest some tips on improving intercultural relationships. Discuss them.
VII. Intercultural communication takes place in a variety of social contexts - health care, education and business were discussed in the textbook. Select one, and explain the importance, and challenges faced by participants.
VIII. From your perspective and from what you have learned in this class, discuss the impact one recent national or international event on intercultural communication.
IX. Explain the following concepts:
i. Culture shock
ii. Sociocultural adaptation
iii. Similarity-attraction hypothesis
iv. Communication accommodation theory
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
i) The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
ii) The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
iii) Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.