Impression Management

What is impression management?

• The process of managing other people's impressions of you.

• The process of managing others' impressions on oneself

• The process of managing one's own and others' impressions

• The process of hiding one's true self

According to Goffman, what is the primary goal of impression management?

• To appear attractive to others

• To convey authenticity

• To maintain one's privacy

• To control one's emotions

Goffman's concept of front stage refers to:

• The public space where individuals interact with others

• The private space where individuals retreat to relax

• The space where individuals engage in self-reflection

• The space where individuals hide their true selves

Which of the following is an example of a front stage behavior?

• Sharing personal secrets with a friend

• Arguing with a family member in private

• Smiling and being polite to a customer

• Crying alone in one's room

Goffman's concept of back stage refers to:

• The public space where individuals interact with others

• The private space where individuals retreat to relax

• The space where individuals engage in self-reflection

• The space where individuals reveal their true selves

Which of the following is an example of a back stage behavior?

• Sharing personal secrets with a friend

• Arguing with a family member in private

• Smiling and being polite to a customer

• Crying alone in one's room

According to Goffman, what is the purpose of a performance in impression management?

• To deceive others

• To reveal one's true self

• To convey a particular image to others

• To express one's emotions

Which of the following is an example of impression management?

• Sharing one's authentic self with others

• Being honest about one's weaknesses

• Presenting oneself in a favorable light

• Refusing to engage in social situations

Goffman's concept of face-work refers to:

• The effort individuals put into maintaining their appearance

• The effort individuals put into protecting their reputation

• The effort individuals put into their emotional labor

• The effort individuals put into building their self-esteem

Which of the following is an example of face-saving behavior?

• Apologizing for a mistake

• Blaming others for a mistake

• Ignoring a mistake

• None of the above