What Is the Implicit Message in a Story Like the Tale

question 141

Multiple Choice

What is the implicit message in a story like the tale of the Post-it note and Art Fry?

• A)Your problems are not as difficult as the problems that Art Fry faced so you shouldn't complain.
• B)You can solve your problems in novel and creative ways just like Art Fry.
• C)Your problems are much harder than the problems that Art Fry faced, but the tools you have to solve them are much better.
• D)Your problems are not like the problems that Art Fry faced so you can't solve them in the same way.

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Definitions:

Widely Shared Expectations

Norms or beliefs that are commonly held and anticipated by a large number of people within a society or group.

Role Distancing

This refers to the practice of individuals trying to distance themselves from the roles they are expected to play, often to avoid fully conforming to societal expectations or stereotypes.

Dramaturgical Analysis

A sociological perspective originating from Erving Goffman, viewing social interactions as theatrical performances where individuals present themselves in ways that will be accepted by others.

Neofunctionalism

It's a theory in sociology and anthropology which suggests that societies evolve by adapting their institutions to new needs and challenges.