People who use the restraint style think that relationships are made stronger by keeping emotions in check and protecting the other person's "face."

The “face” you show to others

a. reflected appraisal b. significant other c. cognitive conservatism d. presenting self e. perceived self

When Sebastian told Gabriela that Nicholas had agreed to go to the formal with him, she responded by saying, “I heard. I also heard he only agreed to make the guy he actually likes jealous.”Gabriela’s comment is an example of _____

a. confirming communication b. disconfirming communication c. an “I” statement d. a “you” statement