The Power of Words Answers

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Which of the following is an example of how words affect people?

A
Listening to upbeat songs and feeling happier
B
Watching a presidential speech and becoming inspired to do more
C
Reading a book on the Civil War and buying war memorabilia
D
All of the above
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_________ is an example of a word that has a different meaning in American English than in British English.

A
Yes
B
Home
C
Biscuits
D
Love
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How can a person avoid polarization?

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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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Why are words powerful?

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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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__________ is an example of a term that is unique to a regional culture in the United States.

A
Nope
B
Fix’n
C
Cool
D
Really
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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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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 client
B
a married couple using endearments with each other
C
a child waving good bye to her mother
D
a football team meeting over their strategy for Saturday’s game
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What is polarization?

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