Chapter 7
Communication
True/False
1, Communication is a learned skill.
2. Communication is the process of sending and receiving information by speech,
gestures, or writing in order to obtain some type of response or action.
taken place.
Multiple Choice
1, Why might a person from
Massachusetts have trouble
understanding a person from
Wyoming?
A. Use of jargon
B, Use of different tones
C. Speaking different dialects
D, Speaking different languages
2. In Japan, engaging in eye contact is
considered
A. a sign of respect.
B. rude and aggressive.
C. good communication.
D. an invitation to shake hands.
3. If you do not receive the message that is being sent, communication has not
4, It is not necessary to speak in order to send a message.
5. Organizational communication is sent to people within an organization.
In which country is winking
considered rude?
A. India
B. Japan
C. China
D. United States
What term describes a variation of a
language spoken by a particular group
of people?
A. Tone
B. Jargon
C. Dialect
D. Semantics“Outside the box” is an example of
A. jargon.
B. dialect.
C. an adage.
D. semantics.
Smiling and yelling are examples of
A. tone,
B. jargon.
C. gestures.
D. semantics.
The ability of a person to be believed
is
A. empathy.
B. listening,
C. feedback.
D. credibility.
‘The ability to focus closely on what
another person is saying to
summarize the true meaning of a
message is,
A. hearing.
B. empathy.
C. listening,
D. feedback.
‘The type of communication that helps
people understand how well they have
done something and how to improve
is called
A. empathy.
B. criticism.
C. feedback.
D. evaluation.
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‘Making eye contact with the speaker
is an example of effective
A. writing.
B. listening.
C. speaking.
D. evaluating.
Words that are known and used only
bya particular group of people are
called
A. bias.
B. noise.
C. jargon.
D. semantics.
When communicating verbally, tone
is defined as
A. feelings displayed in the voice.
B. verbal and nonverbal behavior,
C. behavior demonstrated when
speaking.
D. the factor that determines the
voice’s volume.
‘What is the purpose of the body of a
written message?
A. Calls for action
B. Gets the audience's attention
C. Presents the content of the message
D. Establishes the writer’s point of
view
The purpose of a written message's
introduction is to
A. get the audience’ attention.
B, present the topic of the message.
C. identify the benefits of the
message.
D. summarize the key points of the
message15. The purpose of a written message's
conclusion is to
A. get the audience's attention,
B. present the topic of the message.
C. identify the value of the message.
D. establish the writer's point of view.
16. “Wassup” and “y'know” are examples
of
A. slang.
B. jargon.
C. semantics.
D. buzzwords.
17. Considering guidelines for writing
effectively, identify the problem with
the following sentence:
Line cooks shouldn't drop the entrées
until the expo clears the appetizers.
A. Using a long, drawn out
explanation
B. Using slang or lingo
C. Using scientific terminology
D. Using semantics
18. On what type of paper should
professional handwritten notes be
created?
A. Computer paper
B. Ivory or white note cards
C. Colorful, expensive note cards.
D. Personal stationary
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19. ‘The numerous messages and
information that convey operational
procedures, policies, and
announcements to a wide variety of
audiences are called
A. a vision statement.
B. a mission statement.
C. interpersonal communications.
D. organizational communications.
20. What type of communication
describes the company's purpose and
key objectives to its team and owners?
A. Vision statement
B, Mission statement
C. Interpersonal communication
D. Organizational communication
21. Any two-way communication that
has immediate feedback is considered
A. a vision statement.
B. a mission statement.
C. interpersonal communication.
D. organizational communication.
22, A(n) statement
defines the company’s purpose and
values to employees and customers.
A. policy
B, vision
C. mission
D. organizational
23. The act of identifying with the
feelings, thoughts, or attitudes of
another person is
A. loyalty.
B, empathy.
C. credibility.
D. compassion.
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24, “When you're ready to order, just
holler” is an example of
A. noise.
B. slang.
C. jargon,
D. semantics.
25. Ifa caller has been on hold longer
than seconds, offer to
take a message again.
A.30
B. 60
c.90
D.120
26. People spend about what percentage
of each day communicating with one
another?
A.10
B25
C.50
D.75
27. Which part of communication
involves conveying information to
another person?
‘A. Message
B, Sender
C. Receiver
D. Feedback
28, ‘The most important characteristic of
a message is its
A. length.
B, delivery.
C. content.
D. clarity,
29. ‘To empathize with a customer means
to
A. pity the customer.
B. agree with the customer.
C. accept responsibility for what
happened.
D, see the situation from the
customer's point of view.
30. Nodding in agreement is an example of
A. jargon.
B, agesture.
C. semantics.
D. language differences.
31. What does it mean when the receiver
makes eye contact with the sender
during communication?
A. The receiver is not listening.
B. The receiver is paying attention.
C. "The receiver agrees with the
sender's statement.
D, The receiver disagrees with the
sender's statement.
32, Why is it important to smile when
talking on the phone with customers?
A. The manager might be watching.
B. Smiling makes a person speak
more quickly.
C, Smiling makes the voice sound
more pleasant.
D. It helps a person to look more
attractive to coworkers.33. Which of the following defines the
company’s purpose and values to
employees and customers?
A. Action plan
B. Employee manual
C. Vision statement
D, Mission statement
34. Which of the following actions is an
effective way to handle a caller who
has to be placed on hold?
A. The host or hostess can ask the
caller if he or she can take a
message.
B. The host or hostess can transfer the
call when he or she gets a chance.
C. The host or hostess should assume
the caller wants to hold until they
can be connected.
D. The host or hostess should check
back every five minutes to see if
the caller wants to continue to
holD.
35. During a speech, tone is defined as
A. the volume of the voice.
B. feeling displayed in the voice.
C. verbal and nonverbal behavior.
D. behavior demonstrated when
speaking.
36. Which document is an example of an
organizational communication?
A. Mission statement
B. Personnel reviews
C. Employee suggestions
D. Customer complaints
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37. Interpersonal communication is
A. one-way communication with no
feedback,
B. two-way communication with no
feedback.
C. any one-way communication that
has immediate feedback.
D. any two-way communication that
has immediate feedback.
38. “We are committed to using the finest
ingredients in our recipes. No food
leaves our kitchen that we ourselves
would not eat” is an example of a
A. vision statement.
B. company policy.
C. mission statement.
D. organizational communication.
39. “Cu tmro” is an example of
A. slang.
B. noise.
C. jargon.
D. text-ese.
40. A Web site that contains an online
personal journal is called a(n)
A. blog.
B. email.
C. text message.
D, instant message.Test Book | Foundations of Restaurant Management & Culinary Arts
Short Answer
1 AG) is a preconceived idea about something that could
affect a message, usually negatively.
2. A(n) defines the company’s purpose and values to employees
and customers.
3. is communication without words and includes facial
expressions, gestures, and eye contact.
4. is the process of sending and receiving information by speech,
gestures, or writing for some type of response or action.
5. Communication that helps a person understand how well he or she has done
something and how he or she can improve is called
Essay
1. Think ofa restaurant you might want to open and what you would want the
restaurant to represent. Write a mission statement,Chapter 7 | Communication
2. Write two different messages to a customer who had a bad experience in your
restaurant. The first letter should be a positive writing example and the second should
show poor writing skills. Compare the two examples.
3. What are the barriers to communication? Give an example of each using the written
word and using the verbal example.
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