Allowing a few moments of silence in a conversation
A) conveys disrespect for the speaker.
B) reduces conflict and promotes consensus.
C) puts pressure on you to rebut the speaker's ideas.
D) shows that you have doubts about the speaker's views.
E) allows the speaker time to elaborate.
Question 2
When you listen with an open mind, you
A) think you lose if you come to agree with the speaker's position.
B) seek to analyze why the speaker is taking a certain viewpoint.
C) contrast the speaker's facts with your experience.
D) apply a subjective frame of reference.
E) consider how the speaker looks, sounds, and acts.
Two women having a conversation using American Sign Language.
Shirin Neshat, Rebellious Silence, from the series Women of Allah.
Authoritative parenting involves enforcing rules in a way that conveys parental affection.
Attributed to Kojo Bonsu Final of an Okyeame Poma (SPEAKER'S STAFF)
The nurse conveys attentive listening through a posture of involvement
Social scientists have not done well at devising theories to explain lovely romantic moments