The advocate is likely to undermine the possibility of future argumentative encounters if he or she ______.

a. responds as an echo chamber
b. argues with passion
c. holds positions contrary to their listeners
d. is overly critical


d. is overly critical

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The goal in using the six perspectives for analysis is to move from ________ to ________reactions

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Bob and Patina respond to their tension by deciding to spend part of the weekend together and part of it engaged in separate activities. This response to relational dialectics is called __________

a. separation b. neutralization c. voice d. neglect e. reframing

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Think about the layout of your home. What do the objects, colors, decorations, and furnishings in your home say about you? In a brief essay, walk through your home and describe important items that "say" something about the image of you they reflect. Make sure to incorporate ideas and concepts about artifacts and space from the class and/or text.

What will be an ideal response?

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Rhona would like to tell her best friend that she cheated on her SATs to get into college, but she’s worried that if she does, her friend won’t think she is intelligent and won’t like or trust her anymore. Which of the following best indicates the fear that Rhona is experiencing?

A. fear of exposure or rejection B. fear of retaliation or angry responses C. fear of loss of control D. fear of losing one’s individuality

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