Which of the Following Phrases Was Used by Erving Goffman

question 64

Multiple Choice

Which of the following phrases was used by Erving Goffman to refer to being embarrassed in asocial situation?

• A)"breaking" a role
• B)"idealizing" a performance
• C)"exiting" a role
• D)"losing face"

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