Keywords- validity, prediction, appropriateness. 

Communication theory helps to understand how and why messages are created, delivered and interpreted in different contexts. A strong theory demonstrates validity which accurately connects with real-world communication behaviors and outcomes. These theories help to predict and anticipate how certain messages are going to be received or react with the audience. Additionally, appropriateness is a key aspect, promoting respectful and inclusive dialogue for certain audiences. 

In the cartoon we see different eras of communication through the telephone. Mobile phones, flip phones and home phones were different ways of communication that highlight the evolution of how we connect with each other. While it shows the different generations of communication methods it serves the same purpose of connecting people. Technological evolution as well as communication theories remain relevant across all eras and help to understand the changing dynamics between people and technology. 

This relates to my real life because I experienced these transitions in communication firsthand. I now rely on modern communication tools such as smartphones, texting and social media to reach people. Understanding how communication changes over time allows me to adapt to my message delivery and meet friends and family where they are.