Raelyn and Abbas were out on their first date. About halfway through their date at an ice skating rink, Raelyn leaned over and kissed Abbas on the cheek and I said "I love you." Abbas was taken aback and did not know how to respond. Abbas ended the date as quickly as possible and never spoke to Raelyn again. Which theory best explains Abbas' reaction?

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Social script theory explains Abbas' reaction because it suggests that individuals have a set of expectations about how certain social situations are supposed to unfold. Raelyn's declaration of love on a first date deviates from the common social script for dating, potentially leading to Abbas' discomfort and decision to end the date quickly.

Raelyn and Abbas Were Out on Their First Date