Author Question: In his home country, the United States, Arnold holds his thumb up to show approval. However, when ... (Read 49 times)

captainjonesify · **on:** Jun 22, 2018

In his home country, the United States, Arnold holds his thumb up to show approval. However, when traveling to another country last year, Arnold learned that people there took offense when he put his thumb up in this way.

Which of the following best describes the reason for this? a) The thumbs up sign is an emblem that has a specific meaning in a given culture.
b) The thumbs up sign is only acceptable to people in the United States.
c) The thumbs up sign is mostly unknown, and people can disapprove of unfamiliar signs.
d) The thumbs up sign is generally a hostile form of nonverbal communication.

Question 2

What is the exception to the general equation of increased contact = greater liking?

a) Negative initial reactions lead to reduced attraction.
b) This is only true if a close relationship already exists.
c) The equation doesn't take into account cultural barriers.
d) Increased attraction doesn't develop through social media.