If you were to give a speech on destruction of the Mayan civilization, what would be the best organizational pattern?

a. causal
b. topical
c. chronological
d. spatial


a. causal

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Miles, whose father is African American and mother is white European American, has very light brown skin

He has been brought up in a neighborhood with 80% African American population, and he identifies himself as "Black African American." However, his African American friends regard him as "white." In this case, his "Black African American" identity is an ascribed identity. Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1.Autonomy/connection is the internal manifestation of the integration dialectic. 2.Openness/closedness is the internal manifestation of the certainty dialectic. 3.Progress/stagnation is the internal manifestation of the expression dialectic. 4.Risk/reward is the fundamental dialectical tension of close relationships. 5.The coming apart phase of differentiating begins with uncoupling behavior.

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All of the following are guidelines for improving self-concept EXCEPT:

A) ?Make a firm commitment to personal growth. B) ?Gain and use knowledge to support personal growth. C) ?Set goals that are realistic and fair. D) ?Seek contexts that support personal change. E) ?Avoid self-disclosure.

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On the first day of class, you new professor strides into the room. Her head is held high, her shoulders are back, and her jaw is set. You automatically perceive her to be confident. You've concluded this by her _____

A. ocalics B. gestics C. haptics D. body synchrony

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