If a Young Korean Student Doesn't Look at You While

question 27

Multiple Choice

If a young Korean student doesn't look at you while you are speaking, this is probably because

• A) the child is guilty of something and feels she may be found out if she looks at you.
• B) in the child's culture of origin, it is a sign of respect to avert one's eyes when speaking to an elder.
• C) the child isn't paying attention to what you are saying.
• D) the child is upset about something and is trying to conceal his feelings.

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