When 13-Year-Olds Lisa and Alan Use Nicknames That Are Satirical

question 29

Multiple Choice

When 13-year-olds Lisa and Alan use nicknames that are satirical and derisive they probably do so

• A) only to be mean.
• B) to show that they belong to a group.
• C) to reduce the seriousness of a situation.
• D) to both show that they belong to a group and to reduce the seriousness of a situation.

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Definitions:

Deception

The act of misleading or deceiving others as a means to achieve one's personal goals or desires, often involving manipulation.

Real Agendas

The true intentions or goals behind individuals' actions or decisions, often hidden or not openly communicated.

Unconsciously

The state or condition of being unaware or not consciously considering something.

Closed Communications

A communication style where interactions are restricted, information flow is limited, and feedback is discouraged, leading to a lack of transparency.