The Power of Words

Question 1

_________ is an example of a word that has a different meaning in American English than in British English.a.Yesb.Homec.Biscuitsd.Love

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C

Question 2

What is polarization?

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Polarization stems from negative language. It is when both people or groups take the most extreme opinion of a matter and begin to use absolutes in their language.

Question 3

Jason is nervous about performing the national anthem in front of his whole school. What could be said to him to help build his self esteem and lessen his anxiety?a.You sing beautifully.b.You better not mess this up.c.You might want to try a simpler song.d.It’s alright if you don’t want to do this.

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A

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of how words affect people?a.Listening to upbeat songs and feeling happierb.Watching a presidential speech and becoming inspired to do morec.Reading a book on the Civil War and buying war memorabilia d.All of the above

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D

Question 5

__________ is an example of a term that is unique to a regional culture in the United States.a.Nopeb.Fix’nc.Coold.Really

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B

Question 6

How can a person avoid polarization?

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One can avoid polarization by using positive language in order to reach a compromise. You should also try to avoid using absolutes in your language.

Question 7

Erin and Mel are having marital problems. Which of the following would help their relationship?a.“It’s all your fault.”b.“How could do that to me?”c.“I can’t talk to you right now.”d.“Can we talk about this?”

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D

Question 8

Which of the following statements is most likely to cause polarization?a.“This is too hard!”b.“I can do this if I take it slowly.”c.“You just need to take a few more steps and then you’ll be done.”d.“If we plan this right, we’ll be done shortly.”

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A

Question 9

Why are words powerful?

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Words are powerful because they can create and label experiences. We use language in order to describe what we’re going through. Words also shape and reflect culture.

Question 10

Which of the following is an example of how interpersonal relationships develop a new language and thus create a new culture?a.a businessman greeting his new clientb.a married couple using endearments with each otherc.a child waving good bye to her motherd.a football team meeting over their strategy for Saturday’s game

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B

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