Using nonsexist language helps your listeners to perceive themselves as part of your message, regardless of their gender

Appropriateness is an important element of effective oral language style. Appropriateness in

language can be achieved by AVOIDING language that A) is disrespectful to some or all of the listeners. B) expresses emotions. C) makes the speaker sound modest. D) is acceptable to the audience. E) is clear and vivid.

According to social penetration theory, in conversation we move from

A. superficial talk to intimate and revealing talk. B. revealing talk to intimate talk. C. revealing talk to superficial talk. D. superficial talk to nonverbal communication.