Erving Goffman and Other Social Interactionists Brought to Sociology All

question 146

Multiple Choice

Erving Goffman and other social interactionists brought to sociology all of the following ideas EXCEPT:

• A) people are attuned to what others think of them
• B) humans possess a self that is fragile and vulnerable to embarrassment at every turn
• C) people want to save face because they seek approval and respect
• D) humans tend to collaborate with others to make sure that interactions end without embarrassment
• E) impression management requires the use of both verbal and nonverbal communication

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