The "Thumbs Up" Sign Means Something Is Good in Some

question 119

Multiple Choice

The "thumbs up" sign means something is good in some places, but is an obscene gesture in other places. This illustrates that _____________.

• A) hand gestures are not really symbols
• B) symbols may have different meanings among different groups of people
• C) there is a lot of misuse of the "thumbs up" gesture
• D) all symbols have universal meanings

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Definitions:

Engaging

Captivating or holding someone's interest or attention.

Unenforceable

A term that describes a contract or clause that cannot be legally enforced or compelled in court.

Usurious Interest

refers to the charging of excessively high or illegal rates of interest on loans.

Forfeit

To lose or give up something as a penalty for wrongdoing or failure to comply with certain conditions.