Which Scenario Supports the Catharsis Theory of Emotion

question 79

Multiple Choice

Which scenario supports the catharsis theory of emotion?

• A) Tony approaches his friend Juanita, who is walking her dog. As the dog begins to bark, Tony's heart races; he thinks about why this is the case and realizes he has a crush on Juanita.
• B) Micah wakes up feeling glum. He forces himself to smile from ear-to-ear and laugh out loud, and then he begins to feel happy.
• C) Bethany feels depressed about her recent breakup with her boyfriend. She slumps down on her couch and cries for an hour straight, and then she begins to feel better.
• D) Aaron relaxes in his hammock. Suddenly, he feels an earthquake, causing him to feel afraid; at the same time, his heart beats rapidly and his palms sweat.

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