Facial Expression

What is the following facial expression in the picture?

• anger

• happiness

• fear

• disgust

The evidence that Trobrianders read as “anger” an expression many Western cultures associate with “fear” mainly shows that ___________.

• Trobrianders are often angry

• facial expressions may not be universal

• emotions don't elicit natural physiological reactions

• scholars believe society is ready to change common ideas about emotions

What is the following facial expression in the picture?

• anger

• fear

• hunger

• disgust

Which of these quotes from the text best reflects the author’s thesis that emotions are not commonly understood between cultures?

• ...but a new study suggests that some facial expressions may not be so universal. (paragraph 1)

• ...scientists have wondered whether all humans experience the same basic range of emotions... (paragraph 2)

• ...facial expressions seemed to be universally understood around the world, a biologically natural response to emotion. (paragraph 2)

• ...Fridlund doubts it will convince hardliners that emotions come from a common source. (paragraph 10)

Which of these sentences correctly uses the term 'facial expression'?

• A) Her facial expression was a clear indication of her joy.

• B) The facial expression of the building was impressive.

• C) He painted a facial expression on the wall.

• D) The facial expression of the car was sleek.

What is the primary function of facial expressions in communication?

• A) To convey emotions and feelings.

• B) To decorate the face.

• C) To hide true intentions.

• D) To confuse the observer.

Choose the sentence that best describes the role of facial expressions in literature.

• A) Facial expressions are often used to describe a character's emotions.

• B) Facial expressions are irrelevant in written texts.

• C) Authors avoid mentioning facial expressions to keep the narrative neutral.

• D) Facial expressions are only important in visual media.

In the context of non-verbal communication, which facial expression is typically associated with happiness?

• A) A smile.

• B) A frown.

• C) A scowl.

• D) A blank stare.

Which of the following is an example of a metaphor involving facial expressions?

• A) Her smile was a ray of sunshine.

• B) He frowned like a thunderstorm.

• C) She had a poker face.

• D) His eyes were windows to his soul.

Identify the sentence that uses 'facial expression' as a metaphor.

• A) Her facial expression was a mask of indifference.

• B) His facial expression was hard to read.

• C) She had a happy facial expression.

• D) The facial expression was genuine.