After listening to a friend talk at length, Desiree realized she had no idea what to believe as the friend made contradictory statements throughout the conversation. Desiree's friend violated the __________ principle during this conversation.

If I were to suggest to my audience that there is nothing wrong with having a good time, what

motivation am I hoping to tap into? A) independence B) change C) curiosity D) enjoyment

Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. According to uncertainty reduction theory, when strangers first meet, their primary goal is to reduce uncertainty and increase predictability in their own and the other person’s behavior. 2. To reduce uncertainty, during initial interaction persons, from low-context cultures tend to ask a lot of questions. 3. Responsiveness refers to one’s ability to make requests; actively disagree; initiate, sustain, and terminate conversations. 4. Assertiveness refers to one’s ability to be sensitive to the communication of others, be a good listener, and engage in comforting communication. 5. The model of relational empathy is based on the idea that whenever two people come together and interact, they create a third culture of shared meaning and relational empathy.