PORTFOLIO QUESTIONS

CHAPTER 6

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RELATIONSHIPS

    1.  Discuss the use of nonverbals by both members of the relationship.
         a.  Are they misinterpreted?  Why?
         b.  Does this affect the relationship?

    2.  Discuss the nonverbals of the other person using the different categories in the textbook.
         a.  Be sure to include proxemics, territory, clothing, gestures, body orientation etc.

CULTURE

    1.  Discuss the use and misuse of nonverbals by this culture.

    2.  Explain the statement that "nonverbals are culture bound."

    3.  Discuss the use and misinterpretation of gestures of this culture.
         a.  How can this be avoided?

    4.  Which nonverbals are the most different in comparison to the American culture?  Give at
         least 5 examples.  Examples could be proxemics, touch, use of silence, privacy, territory
        and crowding.