We can use language to indicate that someone has encroached on our territory

Compare and contrast complementing and accenting nonverbal communication

What will be an ideal response?

Which of these statements reflects common European American views of African American speech?

a. “African Americans tend to be more conflict avoidant.” b. “African Americans tend to speak more emotionally.” c. “African Americans tend to use more phatic communication.” d. “African Americans tend to choose euphemistic language.”