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CMUN 248 EXAM1
Sample Questions
Jim Query, Ph.D.
HeCy everyone...time to stretch those gray cells again, and PUSH your personal envelope...@Jim, this is NOT a Mensa workout video dude; GET a grip please.@ Well, I will endeavor to do just that...YEPPERS *LOL*
For item 1, consider the following.
While perusing a study, you notice that the researcher is examining how people=s self-esteem changes as they grow older.
1. According to the authors of the text, this study excludes a key component of behavior crucial to communication investigations and that component is:
(A) contexts
(B) people
(C) messages
(D) channels
(E) more information is needed
2. Generally speaking, a sound theory enables investigators employing the positivist paradigm to:
(A) predict outcomes
(B) test cause-effect relationships among variables
(C) control the conditions undergirding a study
(D) advance deductive statements
(E) all of the above
For item 3, please consider the following.
A research team to which you belong expects its investigation to reveal that people with high communication apprehension (CA) will report a lower amount of social support than individuals with low levels of CA.
3. This statement primarily reflects a/an:
(A) directional hypothesis with CA as the independent variable
(B) non-directional hypothesis and inductive statement
(C) directional hypothesis with CA as a continuous variable
(D) research question awaiting data collection and testing
(E) nondirectional hypothesis with CA as the dependent variable
For items 4-5, consider the following.
An investigator decides to represent a variable, "illness," as follows: 650= chronic; 651= temporary; 900= adult; 901= childhood.
4. This variable is best characterized as:
(A) ordered
(B) nominal
(C) ordinal
(D) ratio
(E) interval
5. If this variable is represented by the length of time a person has had the illness, it should be classified as:
(A) ordered
(B) independent
(C) nominal
(D) ratio
(E) interval
For item 6, consider the following.
While conducting some background research online, you find and read a scholarly journal article in its entirety. The authors of the article share their findings and, in the discussion section, seek to explain their ramifications.
6. According to the authors of the text, the preceding source is best classified as a:
(A) secondary research report
(B) preliminary research report
(C) computer-mediated research report
(D) primary research report
(E) archival research report
7. Which one of the following is or can be an example of a secondary research report?
(A) college textbooks
(B) local newspapers
(C) state-of-the-art literature reviews
(D) magazines
(E) all of the above can be secondary research reports
8. The Internet and World Wide Web (WWW) are comparable to a double-edged sword primarily because:
(A) while difficult to use, a wealth of information can be obtained
(B) while fast and efficient, the veracity of the information must be corroborated
(C) they often disenfranchise those who do not have computer resources
(D) while intimidating to laypersons, researchers have little difficulty culling sound information
(E) cannot answer as more information is needed
9.. In a quantitative research article, we should expect the theoretical and pragmatic justification for the study to be explained in the:
(A) results section
(B) abstract section
(C) introduction section
(D) discussion section
(E) methods section
For item 10, consider the following.
The authors of a study report that absenteeism is high, with meaningful interaction between managers and employees being rare. The authors then suggest that managers and employees participate in communication skill workshops, and that interviews should be conducted to ascertain whether employee communication skills have improved.
10. In scholarly journals, we should expect the authors= recommendation for additional evaluation to be explained in the:
(A) introduction section
(B) results section
(C) abstract section
(D) discussion section
(E) methods section
11. Conceptual and operational definitions can be viewed as:
(A) assessing the abstract qualities and observable features of variables examined in a study
(B) assessing the impact of independent variables examined in a study
(C) examples of naturalistic research
(D) assessing the impact of dependent variables examined in a study
(E) examples of positivistic research
12. Barker (1989) suggests all of the following criteria be used to evaluate the merits of operationalizations except:
(A) adequacy
(B) accuracy
(C) comprehensiveness
(D) clarity
(E) all of the above are criteria
For item 13, consider the following.
Suppose two researchers seek to uncover recurring themes, if any, expressed during support group meetings for caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer=s disease. The literature clearly indicates that some of the talk will exemplify intense and powerful emotions ranging from guilt to rage.
13. To enhance the explanatory richness of the data, the researchers should most likely use:
(A) support group newsletters
(B) qualitative data-collection strategies, such as interviews
(C) obtrusive videotape cameras
(D) quantitative data-collection strategies, such as questionnaires
(E) cannot answer as more information is needed
14. The study conducted by Baeslar and Burgoon (1994) centering on messages about juvenile delinquency is illustrative and compelling in that the findings revealed:
(A) across 15 investigations, statistical evidence was more persuasive than narrative evidence
(B) statistical evidence was more persuasive than narrative evidence even after 1 week had lapsed
(C) narrative evidence was more persuasive than statistical evidence even after 1 week had passed
(D) statistical evidence was less persuasive with individuals who experienced math phobia
(E) cannot answer as more information is needed
15 A researcher who seeks to measure if individuals wear Levi, Gitano, Dockers, or Blair apparel most frequently is operationalizing clothing as a/an:
(A) ordinal variable
(B) nominal variable
(C) interval variable
(D) ratio variable
(E) predictor variable
For item 16, consider the following.
Suppose a scale was developed to measure the extent to which people feel former President Reagan was a Agreat communicator@ and decision-maker. Respondents evaluate a series of statements and indicate the degree to which they agree or disagree with a particular statement.
16. This scale would most likely be a:
(A) nominal scale
(B) Semantic differential scale
(C) Thurstone scale
(D) ratio scale
(E) Likert-type scale
17. The blackboard exercise illsutrated the use of a/an:
(A) nominal scale
(B) Semantic differential scale
(C) Thurstone scale
(D) ratio scale
(E) Likert-type scale
For item 18-20, consider the following.
(i) The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have ascertained that exposure to body fluids, such as blood, can cause Hepatitis C.
(ii) Shoshanna and Blue reguarly shoot up at parties in front of their friends using the same needle.
(iii) Shoshanna's sister has been doing the same thing, and is still healthy.
(iv) Shoshanna and Blue have an increased risk of contracting Hepatitis C as well as HIV.
(v) Blue believes everyone's time on earth is finite and nothing can change that.
18. Statement one is an example of a/an or:
(A) warrant
(B) claim
(C) evidence
(D) qualifier
(E) logical fallacy
19. Statement two is an example of a/an or:
(A) warrant
(B) claim
(C) evidence
(D) qualifier
(E) logical fallacy
20. Statement four is an example of a/an or:
(A) warrant
(B) claim
(C) evidence
(D) qualifier
(E) logical fallacy
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Bulk Email--- Sent 2/11/00
Subject: Some Past 248 Topics...and Tips...
Message: He---y everyone...hope you're doing super...quiz grading will begin in a few mins and you will hear from me today concerning your results. As promised, here are some past topics that have been examined...use these as "brain nudges" and your group should brainstorm possible derivations...then conduct a prelim search of the Net and Loyola databases to obtain an initial sense of the topic's accessibility...that is, if there is little pubbed research on the topic, you probably want to rethink that possibility...
One member of your group should also email me all group member names so I can create sep research team mailings...*S*...hence, I can then respond to all individual grp members in one email..Of course, confidential info will still be sent only to each respective individual.... Past Topics....
The influence of PSA's (public servive announcements) on safe sexual practices....exercise....seat-belt wearing....smoking....drugs...
Alcohol, clothing, cologne, car, pc ads....meesages and how persuasive??
CD covers...what are they communicating and selling??
Song lyrics...what is the "real" message?
Examining empathic skills in nursing students...
Evaluating net interaction in chat rooms...
Evaluating classified online personal ads...what are the
"hidden" messages?
The relationship between communication competence (CC) and net interaction skills....
Aggressive communication in close relationships....
Deception in close relationships...
The role of CC among cohabiting couples...among married individuals....
Conflict interaction among divorced persons...
Evaluating web sites....what messages are being communicated....effectiveness???
These are a mere sampling....hope they're helpful...Be sure to visit the sample pages that we have set up on the website to give you a better idea of what the prospectus looks like....go to directory and scroll to the 248 list......be good to yourselves and more very soon....Jim
EMAIL BULK CONTENT SENT 2-5, 11:40pm
For items 1-3, consider the following.
(I)Sara and Joe shoot up together on a regular basis, sharing the same needle. Numerous friends have observed their illicit behavior.
(II) Their lifestyle is unlikely to change.
(III)Sara and Joe are prime candidates for contracting AIDS.
(IV) IV drug users who share needles are more likely to develop AIDS than their counterparts.
(V) The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) have verified that IV drug use and needle sharing often cause AIDS.
(VI) Sara has always been lucky so she will not develop AIDS.
(VII)AIDS has a long incubation period.
(VIII)French kissing enables the passing of the HIV virus.
1.According to the authors of the text, statement I best exemplifies which of the following?
(A) claim
(B) warrant
(C) evidence
(D) reservation
(E) qualifier
2.Statement IV best exemplifies which of the following?
(A) claim
(B) warrant
(C) evidence
(D) reservation
(E) qualifier
3.Statement V best which of the following?
(A) claim
(B) warrant
(C) evidence
(D) reservation
(E) qualifier
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EMAIL BULK CONTENT SENT 2-5, 3:13pm
CMUN 248, SRQS
Spring 2000, Jim Query, Ph.D.
Reminder:
As the vets can attest (see list below), Self-Review Questions or SRQs, are NOT the same as the actual quiz or exam items. If one compares the sample quiz1 questions, however, to the SRQs, the relationship and potential pay-offs should become readily apparent. And recall, similar to exercise, one does not run a marathon and do well with no training. The same is true for my quizzes and exams. As you "stretch" your mind and push your personal envelope, you too will ascend the seemingly "insurmountable" quizzes and exams. GO FOR IT!!!
Vets:
Adrian Arambulo
Brian Cremascoli
Darcy Drews
Mike Howe
Maria Monsivias
Janet Petronio
Gina Rossie
Bob Skopek
CH1 SRQs (Use Hollywood Squares and Sample Quiz1 Questions too):
1. Why is information no longer a luxury?
2. It has been suggested that the U.S. economy is now info-driven...support or reject
this view by explicating the prevalence level.
3. How do competent consumers distinguish between sound, ambiguous, and poor info?
4. The most important stamp of approval is our society is...why??
5. Be very familiar with the U.S. Labor Department report's findings...
6. Explain, Recognize, and Evaluate (ERE) claims, evidence, and warrants.
7. ERE the five ways of knowing, their defns, key tenets, and key implications.
8. Cognitive conservatism is a fancy way of describing "denial." WHY??
9. In cases of evaluating the impact of "faith" or "voodoo," sound researchers seek to understand if....and NOT whether a particular view or belief system is moral, good, or correct.
10. ERE proprietary and scholarly research.
11. Be very familiar with the key chars of scholarly research.
12. Be very comfortable with the Sci Method and key terminology such as conceptualization, operationalization, replication, independent and dependent variables, as well as reconceptualization.
13. ERE the positivist and naturalistic paradigm in terms of the their five basic assumptions. These include: Ontological assumption; Epistemological assumption; Axiological assumption;
Methodological Assumption; and Rhetorical Assumption.
14. Explain what it means to suggest that "research is like a conversation."
15. Drawing from the Mammogram and Army current event articles, ERE bad and psuedo research.
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Qs 17-20 being transported, 8:36pm, 2/19/00
CMUN 248 EXAM1
Sample Questions
Jim Query, Ph.D.
HeCy everyone...time to stretch those gray cells again, and PUSH your personal envelope...@Jim, this is NOT a Mensa workout video dude; GET a grip please.@ Well, I will endeavor to do just that...YEPPERS *LOL*
For item 1, consider the following.
While perusing a study, you notice that the researcher is examining how people=s self-esteem changes as they grow older.
1. According to the authors of the text, this study excludes a key component of behavior crucial to communication investigations and that component is:
(A) contexts
(B) people
(C) messages
(D) channels
(E) more information is needed
2. Generally speaking, a sound theory enables investigators employing the positivist paradigm to:
(A) predict outcomes
(B) test cause-effect relationships among variables
(C) control the conditions undergirding a study
(D) advance deductive statements
(E) all of the above
For item 3, please consider the following.
A research team to which you belong expects its investigation to reveal that people with high communication apprehension (CA) will report a lower amount of social support than individuals with low levels of CA.
3. This statement primarily reflects a/an:
(A) directional hypothesis with CA as the independent variable
(B) non-directional hypothesis and inductive statement
(C) directional hypothesis with CA as a continuous variable
(D) research question awaiting data collection and testing
(E) nondirectional hypothesis with CA as the dependent variable
For items 4-5, consider the following.
An investigator decides to represent a variable, "illness," as follows: 650= chronic; 651= temporary; 900= adult; 901= childhood.
4. This variable is best characterized as:
(A) ordered
(B) nominal
(C) ordinal
(D) ratio
(E) interval
5. If this variable is represented by the length of time a person has had the illness, it should be classified as:
(A) ordered
(B) independent
(C) nominal
(D) ratio
(E) interval
For item 6, consider the following.
While conducting some background research online, you find and read a scholarly journal article in its entirety. The authors of the article share their findings and, in the discussion section, seek to explain their ramifications.
6. According to the authors of the text, the preceding source is best classified as a:
(A) secondary research report
(B) preliminary research report
(C) computer-mediated research report
(D) primary research report
(E) archival research report
7. Which one of the following is or can be an example of a secondary research report?
(A) college textbooks
(B) local newspapers
(C) state-of-the-art literature reviews
(D) magazines
(E) all of the above can be secondary research reports
8. The Internet and World Wide Web (WWW) are comparable to a double-edged sword primarily because:
(A) while difficult to use, a wealth of information can be obtained
(B) while fast and efficient, the veracity of the information must be corroborated
(C) they often disenfranchise those who do not have computer resources
(D) while intimidating to laypersons, researchers have little difficulty culling sound information
(E) cannot answer as more information is needed
9.. In a quantitative research article, we should expect the theoretical and pragmatic justification for the study to be explained in the:
(A) results section
(B) abstract section
(C) introduction section
(D) discussion section
(E) methods section
For item 10, consider the following.
The authors of a study report that absenteeism is high, with meaningful interaction between managers and employees being rare. The authors then suggest that managers and employees participate in communication skill workshops, and that interviews should be conducted to ascertain whether employee communication skills have improved.
10. In scholarly journals, we should expect the authors= recommendation for additional evaluation to be explained in the:
(A) introduction section
(B) results section
(C) abstract section
(D) discussion section
(E) methods section
11. Conceptual and operational definitions can be viewed as:
(A) assessing the abstract qualities and observable features of variables examined in a study
(B) assessing the impact of independent variables examined in a study
(C) examples of naturalistic research
(D) assessing the impact of dependent variables examined in a study
(E) examples of positivistic research
12. Barker (1989) suggests all of the following criteria be used to evaluate the merits of operationalizations except:
(A) adequacy
(B) accuracy
(C) comprehensiveness
(D) clarity
(E) all of the above are criteria
For item 13, consider the following.
Suppose two researchers seek to uncover recurring themes, if any, expressed during support group meetings for caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer=s disease. The literature clearly indicates that some of the talk will exemplify intense and powerful emotions ranging from guilt to rage.
13. To enhance the explanatory richness of the data, the researchers should most likely use:
(A) support group newsletters
(B) qualitative data-collection strategies, such as interviews
(C) obtrusive videotape cameras
(D) quantitative data-collection strategies, such as questionnaires
(E) cannot answer as more information is needed
14. The study conducted by Baeslar and Burgoon (1994) centering on messages about juvenile delinquency is illustrative and compelling in that the findings revealed:
(A) across 15 investigations, statistical evidence was more persuasive than narrative evidence
(B) statistical evidence was more persuasive than narrative evidence even after 1 week had lapsed
(C) narrative evidence was more persuasive than statistical evidence even after 1 week had passed
(D) statistical evidence was less persuasive with individuals who experienced math phobia
(E) cannot answer as more information is needed
15 A researcher who seeks to measure if individuals wear Levi, Gitano, Dockers, or Blair apparel most frequently is operationalizing clothing as a/an:
(A) ordinal variable
(B) nominal variable
(C) interval variable
(D) ratio variable
(E) predictor variable
For item 16, consider the following.
Suppose a scale was developed to measure the extent to which people feel former President Reagan was a Agreat communicator@ and decision-maker. Respondents evaluate a series of statements and indicate the degree to which they agree or disagree with a particular statement.
16. This scale would most likely be a:
(A) nominal scale
(B) Semantic differential scale
(C) Thurstone scale
(D) ratio scale
(E) Likert-type scale
17. The blackboard exercise illsutrated the use of a/an:
(A) nominal scale
(B) Semantic differential scale
(C) Thurstone scale
(D) ratio scale
(E) Likert-type scale
For item 18-20, consider the following.
(i) The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have ascertained that exposure to body fluids, such as blood, can cause Hepatitis C.
(ii) Shoshanna and Blue reguarly shoot up at parties in front of their friends using the same needle.
(iii) Shoshanna's sister has been doing the same thing, and is still healthy.
(iv) Shoshanna and Blue have an increased risk of contracting Hepatitis C as well as HIV.
(v) Blue believes everyone's time on earth is finite and nothing can change that.
18. Statement one is an example of a/an or:
(A) warrant
(B) claim
(C) evidence
(D) qualifier
(E) logical fallacy
19. Statement two is an example of a/an or:
(A) warrant
(B) claim
(C) evidence
(D) qualifier
(E) logical fallacy
20. Statement four is an example of a/an or:
(A) warrant
(B) claim
(C) evidence
(D) qualifier
(E) logical fallacy
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Bulk Email--- Sent 2/11/00
Subject: Some Past 248 Topics...and Tips...
Message: He---y everyone...hope you're doing super...quiz grading will begin in a few mins and you will hear from me today concerning your results. As promised, here are some past topics that have been examined...use these as "brain nudges" and your group should brainstorm possible derivations...then conduct a prelim search of the Net and Loyola databases to obtain an initial sense of the topic's accessibility...that is, if there is little pubbed research on the topic, you probably want to rethink that possibility...
One member of your group should also email me all group member names so I can create sep research team mailings...*S*...hence, I can then respond to all individual grp members in one email..Of course, confidential info will still be sent only to each respective individual.... Past Topics....
The influence of PSA's (public servive announcements) on safe sexual practices....exercise....seat-belt wearing....smoking....drugs...
Alcohol, clothing, cologne, car, pc ads....meesages and how persuasive??
CD covers...what are they communicating and selling??
Song lyrics...what is the "real" message?
Examining empathic skills in nursing students...
Evaluating net interaction in chat rooms...
Evaluating classified online personal ads...what are the
"hidden" messages?
The relationship between communication competence (CC) and net interaction skills....
Aggressive communication in close relationships....
Deception in close relationships...
The role of CC among cohabiting couples...among married individuals....
Conflict interaction among divorced persons...
Evaluating web sites....what messages are being communicated....effectiveness???
These are a mere sampling....hope they're helpful...Be sure to visit the sample pages that we have set up on the website to give you a better idea of what the prospectus looks like....go to directory and scroll to the 248 list......be good to yourselves and more very soon....Jim
EMAIL BULK CONTENT SENT 2-5, 11:40pm
For items 1-3, consider the following.
(I)Sara and Joe shoot up together on a regular basis, sharing the same needle. Numerous friends have observed their illicit behavior.
(II) Their lifestyle is unlikely to change.
(III)Sara and Joe are prime candidates for contracting AIDS.
(IV) IV drug users who share needles are more likely to develop AIDS than their counterparts.
(V) The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) have verified that IV drug use and needle sharing often cause AIDS.
(VI) Sara has always been lucky so she will not develop AIDS.
(VII)AIDS has a long incubation period.
(VIII)French kissing enables the passing of the HIV virus.
1.According to the authors of the text, statement I best exemplifies which of the following?
(A) claim
(B) warrant
(C) evidence
(D) reservation
(E) qualifier
2.Statement IV best exemplifies which of the following?
(A) claim
(B) warrant
(C) evidence
(D) reservation
(E) qualifier
3.Statement V best which of the following?
(A) claim
(B) warrant
(C) evidence
(D) reservation
(E) qualifier
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EMAIL BULK CONTENT SENT 2-5, 3:13pm
CMUN 248, SRQS
Spring 2000, Jim Query, Ph.D.
Reminder:
As the vets can attest (see list below), Self-Review Questions or SRQs, are NOT the same as the actual quiz or exam items. If one compares the sample quiz1 questions, however, to the SRQs, the relationship and potential pay-offs should become readily apparent. And recall, similar to exercise, one does not run a marathon and do well with no training. The same is true for my quizzes and exams. As you "stretch" your mind and push your personal envelope, you too will ascend the seemingly "insurmountable" quizzes and exams. GO FOR IT!!!
Vets:
Adrian Arambulo
Brian Cremascoli
Darcy Drews
Mike Howe
Maria Monsivias
Janet Petronio
Gina Rossie
Bob Skopek
CH1 SRQs (Use Hollywood Squares and Sample Quiz1 Questions too):
1. Why is information no longer a luxury?
2. It has been suggested that the U.S. economy is now info-driven...support or reject
this view by explicating the prevalence level.
3. How do competent consumers distinguish between sound, ambiguous, and poor info?
4. The most important stamp of approval is our society is...why??
5. Be very familiar with the U.S. Labor Department report's findings...
6. Explain, Recognize, and Evaluate (ERE) claims, evidence, and warrants.
7. ERE the five ways of knowing, their defns, key tenets, and key implications.
8. Cognitive conservatism is a fancy way of describing "denial." WHY??
9. In cases of evaluating the impact of "faith" or "voodoo," sound researchers seek to understand if....and NOT whether a particular view or belief system is moral, good, or correct.
10. ERE proprietary and scholarly research.
11. Be very familiar with the key chars of scholarly research.
12. Be very comfortable with the Sci Method and key terminology such as conceptualization, operationalization, replication, independent and dependent variables, as well as reconceptualization.
13. ERE the positivist and naturalistic paradigm in terms of the their five basic assumptions. These include: Ontological assumption; Epistemological assumption; Axiological assumption;
Methodological Assumption; and Rhetorical Assumption.
14. Explain what it means to suggest that "research is like a conversation."
15. Drawing from the Mammogram and Army current event articles, ERE bad and psuedo research.
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