Signaling when you are about to hit a main point with one, two, or three fingers is an example of a/an ______.
A) illustrator
B) emblem
C) clarifier
D) demonstrator

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Signaling with fingers is an example of an illustrator, which are nonverbal movements that accompany speech and help to convey meaning. An emblem is a gesture that has a specific meaning, such as a thumbs-up sign, but signaling with fingers is not a recognized emblem. Clarifiers are nonverbal cues that help the speaker to explain or clarify their message, but signaling with fingers does not necessarily provide further explanation. Demonstrators are nonverbal cues that show how something is done, so signaling with fingers would not be considered demonstration.

Signaling When You Are About to Hit a Main Point