Self-Presentation and interacting with others

Question 1

various models have proposed for how we express emotion in social situations

Answer 1

basic models and social construction model

Question 2

the basic model

Answer 2

this states that there are universal emotions, along with corresponding expressions, which can be understood across cultures

Question 3

the social construction model

Answer 3

states that emotions are solely based on the situational context of social interactions

Question 4

display rules

Answer 4

are unspoken rules that govern the expression of emotion

Question 5

a cultural syndrome

Answer 5

is a shared set of beliefs, norms, values, and behaviors organized around a central theme, as is found among people sharing the same language geography

Question 6

impression management

Answer 6

this refers to the maintenance of public image, which is accomplished through various strategies

Question 7

self-disclosure

Answer 7

is sharing factual information

Question 8

managing appearances

Answer 8

refers to using props, appearance, emotional expression, or associations to create a positive image

Question 9

ingratiation

Answer 9

using flattery or conformity to win over someone else

Question 10

aligning actions

Answer 10

is the use of excuses to account for questionable behavior

Question 11

alter-casting

Answer 11

this is imposing an identity onto another person

Question 12

the dramaturgical approach

Answer 12

this says that individuals create images of themselves in the same way actors perform a role in front of an audience

Question 13

front stage

Answer 13

this is where the individual is seen by the audience and strives to preserve his desired image

Question 14

back stage

Answer 14

this is where the individual is not in front of an audience and is free to act outside of his desired image

Question 15

communication involves both what and what?

Answer 15

verbal and nonverbal communication

Question 16

verbal communication

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is the conveyance of info through spoken, written, or signed words

Question 17

nonverbal communication

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this is the conveyance of info by means other than use of words such as body language, prosody, facial expressions, and gestures

Question 18

animal communication

Answer 18

takes place not only between nonhuman andimals but also betweeen humans and other animals as well. animals use body language, rudimentary facial expressions, visual displays, scents, and vocalizations to communicate