Dana likes to argue about politics with her friends. When she comes across someone who disagrees with her viewpoint, Dana assumes that she’s heard it all before, and that there’s nothing more to be discussed or learned. This pattern of illogical

______ has most often been used to refer to a jargon or cant that is primarily used as secret language among members of the subgroup only.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

Kirsten does not consider herself very athletic, but she has enjoyed spending time with her new friend, Xavier, who takes her hiking and biking. Kirsten has, in turn, introduced Xavier to the theater, which he has learned he enjoys. This facet of their attraction is based on:

a.  similarity.   b.  proximity.   c.  complementarity.   d.  homophily.