Which of the following is NOT an assumption of Symbolic Interaction Theory?

A. Self-concepts provide an important motive for behavior.
B. Individuals construct meaning via the communication process.
C. A unique relationship exists between an individual and the society.
D. Language is acquired through interaction with the generalized other.

Answer: D

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1. Kinesics 2. Proxemics 3. Chronemics 4. Oculesics 5. Artifactics 6. Emblems 7. Illustrators 8. Regulators 9. Adaptors 10. Affect displays a. This type of nonverbal communication deals with the way a culture uses the concept of time. b. This type of nonverbal communication involves clothing and jewelry. c. The "thumbs ?up" signal is an example of this nonverbal cue. d. Holding your hands two feet apart while saying, "I caught a fish this big," is an example for this type of nonverbal cue. e. Territoriality is a subset of this type of nonverbal communication. f. Motioning with your hands to another group member to signal that it is his turn to talk is an example of this type of nonverbal cue. g. This type of nonverbal communication is the study of posture, movement, gestures, and facial expressions. h. This type of nonverbal cue involves actions that reveal psychological or physical needs. i. These unintentional movements reflect the sender's true emotions. j. This type of nonverbal communication concerns how eyes are focused on people and objects.

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_____________ in contrast to that which is ___________, tends to arouse a minimum of uneasiness, according to Gibbs’ theory. A. Evaluative, descriptive B. Spontaneous, strategic C. Strategic, spontaneous D. Descriptive, evaluative

A. Evaluative, descriptive B. Spontaneous, strategic C. Strategic, spontaneous D. Descriptive, evaluative

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