Some People Continue to Believe That They Can Tell by Looking

question 36

Essay

Some people continue to believe that they can tell by looking into someone's face if that person is inclined to be dishonest or truthful on a regular basis.What could study participants tell by photographs of aging men and women?

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Definitions:

Ben Shahn

An American artist of Lithuanian Jewish descent, known for his works of social realism and left-wing political views.

Massachusetts

A state in the northeastern United States, known for its significant historical sites related to the early colonization of America.

Modernist Abstract

An art movement focused on breaking away from traditional forms and techniques to create works that emphasize structure, color, and the concept of abstraction.

American Gothic

A famous painting by Grant Wood from 1930, depicting a farmer and his daughter standing in front of a Gothic style house.