What are four specific types of nonverbal gestures and how do they function? Provide an example for each type of gesture
What will be an ideal response?
Four specific types of nonverbal gestures are illustrators, emblems, adaptors, and regulators. Illustrators are signals that accompany speech to clarify or emphasize the verbal message. For example, I might indicate the size of something by holding both arms out to show that it is big or holding apart my thumb and index finger a half an inch to show that it is small.
An emblem is a nonverbal gesture that stands for a specific verbal meaning. For example, if someone asks me how many of something I would like, I might hold up two fingers to indicate that I want two of the item. Another example is making an O out of my forefinger and thumb while holding up my other three fingers to signal "OK."
Adaptors are gestures used to manage our emotions, including nervous gestures. For example, I might brush my bangs back repeatedly or twirl my hair if I am nervous when talking with someone or giving a speech.
We use regulators to control conversation. That way we can indicate when we would like a turn to speak or if we are not done talking. So if a student holds up a hand to ask me a question while I am giving a speech, I might hold up one finger to indicate that I need a minute to finish my thought and I will get back to him/her.
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a. statistical evidence b. bandwagon fallacy c. lay testimony d. hypothetical example
If this were an evaluative mediation, Tatiana and Jane would expect what from the mediator?
Tatiana and Jane have been friends for many years. One day, Tatiana decided to sell her two-year-old car, and Jane told her she would like to buy. The car appears to be in excellent condition, as indicated by Tatiana. They agree on the price ($12,000) and in the payment plan (monthly payments of $1,000 for 12 months). Since the car is still under manufacturing warranty, it was transferred to Jane as part of the agreement. To complete the purchase, they took the car to one of the manufacturer’s approved auto shops to be checked, where they were told the car was in good condition besides the normal use. After two months with the car, Jane noticed there was a problem with the transmission. She took it back to the same shop, and was told they would need to work on the transmission, which would cost her about $1,200. This repair was not covered by the warranty, so Jane decided to ask Tatiana to pay for it, who replied indicating she did not know about it and that she would not pay. However she offered Jane a contribution of $200 to help with the repair cost because they were close friends. Jane refused and told her she would take her to court. Instead, they are headed for mediation to solve this dispute. a. Provide guidance as to reasonable grounds for settlement. b. Mediator will be heavily involved in the outcome. c. The mediator to be a legal expert. d. All of the above.
Discuss European Enlightenment’s influence on U.S. cultural patterns.
What will be an ideal response?
The Sapir–Whorf hypothesis asserts that language influences
a. the way people choose mates. b. the way people think. c. the way people behave. d. the way people practice their religion.