Which of the following is true of expressions given off, as defined by Erving Goffman?
A) They are usually verbal.
B) They are always under the control of the person giving them off.
C) They often happen so quickly that the naked eye cannot process them.
D) They are typically nonverbal, but observable in various ways.
E) They are always misleading.

Question

Which of the following is true of expressions given off, as defined by Erving Goffman?
A) They are usually verbal.
B) They are always under the control of the person giving them off.
C) They often happen so quickly that the naked eye cannot process them.
D) They are typically nonverbal, but observable in various ways.
E) They are always misleading.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Erving Goffman defines expressions given off as nonverbal behaviors that can be observed in various ways, such as through body language or facial expressions. While they may not always be consciously controlled by the person giving them off, they are still observable by others.

Which of the Following Is True of Expressions Given Off