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ICC511S - INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION - 1ST OPP - JUNE 2024 |
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nAmI BI AunIVE RSITV
OF SCIEnCE Ano TECHnOLOGY
FACULTY OF COMMERCE, HUMAN SCIENCESAND EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATION AND LANGUAGES
QUALIFICATION : BACHELOR OF ENGLISH AND LINGUISTICS
QUALIFICATION CODE: 07BENL
LEVEL: 7
COURSE CODE: ICC511S
COURSE NAME: INTERCULTURAL
COMMUNICATION
SESSION: JUNE 2024
DURATION: 2 HOURS
PAPER: THEORY (PAPER 1)
MARKS: 100
EXAMINER(S)
FIRST OPPORTUNITY EXAMINATION QUESTION PAPER
DR M. MHENE
MS S. N. NEPANDO
MODERATOR: DR A. HAUTEMO
INSTRUCTIONS
1. This is an essay- based e.xamination
2. Your essay must not be more than 600 words.
3. Answer TWO questions.
4. Read all the questions carefully before answering.
5. Number the answers clearly.
6. Mistakes in grammar and spelling will be penalised.
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Answer any two(2)questions
QUESTION 1
{SOMarks)
"Cultural identity has a very large effect on intercultural communication. It is very important
because it deals with one's self-concept as a member of a particular cultural group and
one's interpretation of the world". In light of the quotation above, discuss the following
concepts and provide concrete examples:
(i) The nature of identity
(ii) The formation of cultural identity
(iii) Pathways to identity
QUESTION 2
{SO Marks)
"Culture is defined as a learned meaning system that consists of patterns of traditions,
beliefs, values, norms, meanings and symbols that are shared to varying degrees by
interacting members of a community". In light of the above definition, describe the three
levels of culture and provide concrete examples for each level.
QUESTION 3
{SOMarks)
There are five components of the intercultural communication process. Describe each
component and give a concrete example for each component.
QUESTION 4
{SOMarks)
"Conflict is defined as an expressed struggle between at least two parties who perceive
incompatible (conflicting/opposite) goals and or potential interference from the other party
in achieving the desired goal." In light of the above statement write an essay where you
discuss the following concepts:
(i) lntercultural conflict
(ii) Types of intercultural conflict
(iii) Approaches to intercultural conflict
(iv) Strategies to manage intercultural conflict
NB: Provide concrete examples in your discussion