Which of the following would be the best illustration of the expressive role in U.S. society, as developed by Talcott Parsons and Robert Bales?
A. On dates, Al is very talkative and shares his innermost feelings with his date.
B. A newly married woman keeps a spotless apartment and cooks beautiful gourmet meals.
C. On Saturday, Bill does not need to go into the office, and he uses this time to mow the lawn and tune the engine of his wife's car.
D. Lucy works as a nurse, but she makes sure that she keeps the apartment clean and has a nice meal on the table for her husband.
Answer: B
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