Communication apprehension classroom – UGC NET Question

Communication apprehension is the fear or anxiety associated with real or anticipated communication with others,especially in public speaking situations. Sweating and trembling before class presentations are typical physical symptoms. Therefore the learner is experiencing communication apprehension.

Option A:
Immediacy is a positive relational quality indicating closeness,not fear.

Option B:
Thus apprehension is the correct answer because the symptoms reflect fear/anxiety about speaking before others.

Option C:
Redundancy refers to repetition of information,not emotional states.

Option D:
Literacy concerns skill in reading and writing,not anxiety about speaking.