A high school student must give a presentation to her class. She needs a good grade, so she dresses nicely and prepares notes. How would Goffman say she used the front or the "expressive equipment" to convince her teacher she had earned a good grade?

A. She avoided eye contact during her presentation.
B. She used face-to-face interaction.
C. She remained "out of character."
D. She convinced her teacher that she was well-prepared by using props, including her notes.


Answer: D

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