How to Tell if Someone is Lying

How to Tell if Someone is Lying

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English

8th Grade

Medium

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Roberta Booker

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7 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common indicator that someone might be lying?

Inconsistency in their story

Speaking very fast

Laughing frequently

Using complex vocabulary

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which body language sign might suggest someone is lying?

Maintaining strong eye contact

Fidgeting with their hands

Standing very still

Smiling constantly

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How might a person's voice change if they are lying?

It becomes louder

It has a higher pitch

It becomes monotone

It becomes faster

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is understanding a person's past behavior important in detecting lies?

It helps predict future behavior

It shows their intelligence level

It reveals their social status

It indicates their education level

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What might a person do if they are uncomfortable while lying?

Speak more clearly

Touch their face

Stand up

Laugh loudly

6.

HOTSPOT QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Select the paragraph for which the main idea is "The sound of a person's voice might be an indication that the person is lying.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Select the best summary for this article.

Inconsistency, body language, tone, and previous behaviors can be used to determine if someone is lying.

Detecting a lie can be challenging, but there are some sign that might help.

Sometimes people tell stories that are not completely accuarate.

Understanding the situation and the person's character can help you make a better judgment.