Marcus wanted his new roommate to like him, so he made sure the room was spotless the first time he met him. What is his politeness strategy focusing on?
A) self-handicapping strategy
B) negative face needs
C) image confirming strategy
D) positive face needs
D
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While studies comparing facial expressions have found that certain universal expressions are easily understood, connotations for gestures can vary. Thus, interpreting nonverbal behavior requires understanding __________.
A. the intent of the receiver B. the grammatical syntax of accompanying words C. the family relationships of those involved D. the cultural norms governing it
An informative speech about Iceland's volcanoes might have evolved as a speaker brainstormed about _______
a. conditions and issues b. places and processes c. objects and places d. processes and conditions
Eighteen-year-old Heather and her family have lived in Egypt for 10 years. By now Heather feels ready to convert from Christianity to Islam and to become an Egyptian citizen. This will mean giving up her American citizenship. Heather's decision is an example of:
a. assimilation. b. tolerance. c. ethnocentrism. d. resistance.
The final step in the conflict management process is ___________
a. experience your negative feelings b. wrap it up c. evaluate your choice d. accept or reject the choice